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POTUGAL

GOLDEN VISA PROGRAM
OVERVIEW

The Portugal Golden Visa Program, also known as the Portugal Golden Residence Permit, is a five-year residency program for non-EU citizens that operates through investment. Portugal is an official member of the EU. The residence permit allows for visa-free travel to the Schengen Area in Europe and requires an average stay of only seven days per year in Portugal over the five-year period.

Processing time

5 years

Investment budget

EUR 280,000 – EUR 500,000

Type of investment

Property

Visa-free

Visa exemption to 27 Schengen countries

Sponsorship for the family

Spouse and children under 18 years old, along with dependents aged 18 and parents of the applicant, if there is proof of financial dependency

EU Residency

Estimated government approval within 90 days

We cannot change our family's past, but we can create a future for it

BENEFITS

  • SIMPLE PROCESS
    • Định cư Châu Âu trong 6 tháng, chỉ yêu cầu lưu trú 7 ngày năm đầu và 14 ngày trong 2 năm tiếp theo.
    • Không yêu cầu phỏng vấn, kiểm tra ngôn ngữ, trình độ học vấn hay kinh nghiệm quản lý.
    • Áp dụng cho cả gia đình (vợ/chồng, con phụ thuộc và cha mẹ).
    • Miễn visa di chuyển trong khu vực Schengen 90 ngày mỗi 6 tháng.
    • Sau khi có giấy phép cư trú, cần cung cấp dữ liệu sinh trắc học và tài liệu gốc khi gia hạn.
    • Giấy phép cư trú ban đầu có hiệu lực 2 năm, sau đó gia hạn 2 lần, mỗi lần 2 năm.
    • Yêu cầu 2 chuyến đi tới Bồ Đào Nha: chuyến đầu để mở tài khoản và bắt đầu quy trình, chuyến sau để cung cấp dữ liệu sinh trắc học.
  • FREEDOOM OF MOVEMENT
    • Visa-free travel to Schengen and the right to live, work, and study in Portugal.
    • Eligible to apply for citizenship after 5 years of legal residency, without the need to renounce current nationality.
    • Low residency requirement: 7 days in the first year and 14 days in the following 2 years.
    • High-quality international education and university system.
    • High quality of life with rich culture, cuisine, mild climate, good security, and an internationally standard healthcare system.
  • ASSET PROTECTION
    • Golden Visa holders are only required to pay taxes on income related to business activities within Portugal; any other income from other countries is not subject to taxation. This rule applies only to those who live in Portugal for more than 6 months a year.
    • The right to live, work, and study in Portugal.
PORTUGAL

COUNTRY INFORMATION

Portugal is the westernmost country in Europe. With a rich history, Portugal is one of the oldest countries in Europe and is considered one of the most globalized and peaceful countries in the world. Portugal is regarded as very safe, with a low crime rate
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CAPITAL CITY
Lisbon
POPULATION
10,800,000
LANGUAGE
Portuguese
EXCHANGE RATE
1 USD = 0.89 EUR
CURRENCY
Euro (EUR)
TYPE OF GOVERNMENT
Republican regime

BUDGET

The Portugal Golden Residence Permit Program, also known as the Portugal Golden Visa, provides residency rights for individuals and their families through significant economic contributions to the country
  • CAPITAL TRANSFER

    One of the following options:

    • 500,000 EUR to purchase units in investment funds or venture capital funds committed to capitalizing companies established under Portuguese law, with a minimum duration of five years and at least 60% of the investment portfolio in companies registered in the national territory (not applicable to real estate entities).
    • 500,000 EUR for research activities of public or private organizations that are part of the national science and technology system (400,000 EUR in low-density areas*).
    • 250,000 EUR to support artistic production or the restoration or maintenance of national cultural heritage (200,000 EUR in low-density areas*)
  • BUSINESS

    It is possible to choose one of the following options:

    • Create at least ten new jobs (create eight new jobs in low-density areas*).
    • Invest 500,000 EUR to establish a registered commercial company based in Portugal, creating at least five permanent jobs over three years, or to increase equity for an established company based in Portugal, creating at least five permanent jobs or maintaining at least ten jobs over three years.

    *Low-density areas are defined as areas with fewer than 100 people per km² or with a per capita GDP below 75% of the national average

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS
Global Citizens Asia will assign a Document Collection Specialist who will accompany you throughout the process. We understand that clients are also making an effort, so with years of practical experience, we have developed a simplified process. We will only ask clients for the minimum requirements. Please note that the list below should only be used for reference. After reviewing your profile, we will send you a tailored list suited to your specific case.
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WHY CHOOSE GLOBAL CITIZENS ASIA

Global Citizens Asia is a government-authorized agency that provides comprehensive support for your application process.
We communicate directly with the Portugal government, facilitating the process and eliminating delays from third parties.
Our experts work diligently to ensure you have the highest chance of approval, with a 100% success rate for Portugal.
With over 15 years of experience, the consultants at Global Citizens Asia can simplify even the most complex citizenship applications.
Global Citizens Asia is a leading immigration expert, assisting more clients worldwide in obtaining Portugal citizenship than any other agency.
We have teams of professional lawyers and tax advisors who provide independent advice to ensure your transition process goes smoothly.
Global Citizens Asia offers a fast application processing time of 45-60 days.
Our outstanding professionals operate worldwide, with 24/7 support from a multilingual team.

TIMELINE

5-7 days

Preparation time

  • 1
    Consult with a Global Citizens Asia Immigration Advisor.

    Our citizenship advisors will assess your case and assist you in choosing the most suitable investment options and types of real estate.

    To apply, you must:

    • Be at least 18 years old;
    • Have no criminal record;
    • Be willing to spend at least 7 days each year in Portugal;
    • Provide documentation for the qualifying investment;

    The main applicant may also include dependents in the residency application, including spouse, children, and parents

  • 2
    Prepare documents

    A list of required documents will be sent to you, and you will be guided through the document preparation process.

    Experienced immigration advisors will prepare all mandatory documents along with the residency application and will conduct a final check of each document to ensure everything complies with the procedures and all requirements are met, including evidence of investment documentation

5-7 days

Invest

  • 3
    Complete the investment

    Our citizenship advisors will assess your case and assist you in choosing the most suitable investment option

  • 4
    Schedule a biometric appointment

    Each application is reviewed by the Government through a thorough background check, during which the submitted information will be verified and validated. Currently, there is no interview requirement.

90 days

Processing time

  • 5
    Submit a residency application

    The application, along with all supporting documents, will be submitted to SEF, the agency that will process the Golden Residence application along with the documents related to the acquisition of real estate or investment

  • 6
    Receive residency permit

    After your application is approved, you will be granted a residency permit, valid for 1 year, which can be renewed for 2 years at a time, as long as you meet the requirement of 7 days each year. You will have the right to reside in Portugal and travel within the Schengen Area. After the fifth year, you can apply for permanent residency, followed by citizenship

COUNTRIES WITH VISA EXEMPTION FOR PORTUGAL

26

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