Hotel Invest Venture Capital Fund: A Strategic Investment in Luxury Hospitality

The Hotel Invest Venture Capital Fund, now in its second iteration, represents a focused and specialised opportunity in the realm of luxury hotel operations.

Managed by FundBox SGOIC, S.A., a seasoned alternative investment fund manager, this Hotel Invest Venture Capital Fund is dedicated exclusively to the hotel management sector.

At the core of its investment strategy lies Estoril 8023 SA, an established hotel consolidation company with a focus on high-end hospitality.

The Hotel Invest Venture Capital Fund strategically channels capital into this company with the aim of enhancing the value of invested assets.

Its operational model includes acquiring, holding, developing, managing, and eventually divesting shareholdings in the hotel industry—all with a focus on generating capital gains and long-term value appreciation.

Hotel Invest is not merely a passive investor. Its vision is aligned with the dynamic evolution of luxury travel, where quality service and strong brand identity drive profitability.

By concentrating exclusively on operational excellence in the hotel sector, the fund offers investors a chance to participate in one of the most resilient and experience-driven industries.

Portugal Golden Visa: A Pathway to Residency and Citizenship

Portugal's Golden Visa residency-by-investment programme continues to offer the most appealing residency-by-investment frameworks in Europe, having undergone significant changes in 2023.

While direct real estate investments are no longer eligible, the fund investment route remains firmly intact and increasingly popular.

Under the revised regulations, non-EU, non-EEA, and non-Swiss nationals can qualify for residency in Portugal by investing a minimum of €500,000 in eligible alternative investment funds.

These funds must allocate at least 60% of their assets to Portuguese-based companies, contributing meaningfully to the country’s economy.

One of the key attractions of the Golden Visa is its low minimum stay requirement—just seven days in the first year and 14 days in each subsequent two-year period.

This makes it particularly appealing to global citizens seeking residency flexibility without the burden of relocation.

The Golden Visa programme extends residency rights to family members, including spouses, dependent children, and dependent parents, and offers access to Portugal's public services, healthcare, and education systems. Importantly, it also grants visa-free travel throughout the Schengen Area, enabling seamless movement across much of Europe.

After five years of maintaining the investment and meeting the minimum stay requirements, Golden Visa holders become eligible to apply for permanent residency or citizenship, provided they demonstrate basic proficiency in Portuguese and fulfil standard requirements.

Portugal permits dual citizenship, and the Portuguese passport ranks among the most powerful globally, offering visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to over 190 countries.

With its current focus on promoting innovation, cultural preservation, and economic diversification, Portugal’s Golden Visa programme remains a strategic and forward-thinking option for investors.

Funds like Hotel Invest, with their direct ties to the Portuguese economy and strong growth potential, align perfectly with the investment requirements, allowing investors to gain exposure to high-performing sectors while securing a valuable residency status in the EU.

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Interested in the Hotel Invest Venture Capital Fund or another Golden Visa-approved investment fund? Contact Portugal Pathways for more information.

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About Portugal Pathways

Portugal Pathways has supported hundreds of Golden Visa residency-by-investment applications and provides expert guidance through its professional supply chain network on luxury property, wealth management, and tax optimisation, including post-NHR tax regime planning, as well as private healthcare, IFICI tax incentive applications, money transfers and bespoke relocation solutions to enhance life and investments in Portugal.

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Disclaimer: The information on the Portugal Pathways and Portugal Investment Owners Club (P Club for short) websites and in email communications is for general informational purposes only and should not be construed as legal, tax, or financial advice. You should consult and check with a qualified professional advisor before relying on any information provided on this website or in email communications. As it relates to investments in Golden Visas or other wealth management solutions offered by regulated and professional advisors, it is important to note that past performance is no guarantee of future returns. Private equities can be highly illiquid and come with risk and should always be under professional independent advice. Golden Visa investments need to be held for 6 to 7 years to allow for permanent citizenship/passport in the EU.

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