Beautiful historic church in Braga, Portugal

€500,000

Minimum investment

Golden Visa

Portugal’s Golden Visa residency-by-investment programme offers 5-year residency for all 29 European Schengen countries. It gives your family dual residency by investing directly in one or more regulated alternative investment funds approved for Golden Visa.
Access dual residency in Portugal for your family and freedom of movement across the European Schengen region countries.
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Enjoy the flexibility of spending only 7 days in Portugal a year to maintain your Golden Visa status and seek permanent residency in Europe within 5 years.
Overview

At a glance

Access dual residency in Portugal, freedom of movement across the European Union, attractive regulated investment fund options, and a path to permanent citizenship through the Portuguese Golden Visa.
Portuguese passports and residency

€500,000+ Investment

Benefit from Portugal's Golden Visa by investing a minimum of €500,000 in 1 or more regulated and approved funds in Portugal (Portugal Pathways has an index of the relevant funds).
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Minimum time spent

A minimum of 7 days a year in Portugal will maintain your Golden Visa status.
Expat family living in Lisbon, Portugal

Entire family eligible

Secure dual residency in Portugal/EU for yourself and your immediate family, including your spouse and dependents.
Expat resident enjoys sea views in Algarve, Portugal

5-year residency

Once you have maintained your Golden Visa status for 5 years, you can apply for permanent residency.
Cliffs, coastline and ocean in Algarve, Portugal
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300+ Days Of Sun
Portugal boasts year-round sun.
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Tax  Benefits + EU Access
Making the most of your income and assets.
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World-class Healthcare
Your health is in good hands.
Why Portugal?

Europe's Best Kept Secret for Quality Living

Enjoy the lifestyle, culture, and climate in one of the world's most upcoming countries.
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Voted Best Place to Relocate: Enjoy the exceptional climate and low cost of living in Portugal, a country globally recognised as one of the safest, happiest, healthiest and friendliest in the world.
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Regulated Investment Environment:  Offers diverse investment opportunities that benefit the country's growth and prosperity alongside a growing luxury real estate market. Ask about Portugal Pathways’ Golden Visa Investment Fund Index listings.

How we can help

Discover the advantages of entrusting your Golden Visa residency-by-investment journey to our experienced team.

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Document Preparation

Our team of professional experts understands the complexities of visa requirements. We assist you in gathering and organising the necessary documents, ensuring accuracy and completeness to avoid any delays or complications.

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Application Submission

Our professional experts handle the entire application submission on your behalf, from preparing the necessary forms to submitting them to the relevant authorities. Our meticulous approach minimises errors and maximises your chances of a successful application.

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Ongoing Support

We provide continuous support throughout the visa process. Our team is available to answer your queries, provide guidance, and keep you informed about the progress of your application. We strive to keep you updated at every stage, giving you peace of mind and saving you valuable time and effort.

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Tailored Solutions

We understand that each visa application is unique. Our services are tailored to your specific requirements, whether you are applying for a Golden Visa, or need support on tax planning and changing your tax status. We ensure that your application meets all necessary criteria and regulations.

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Expert Knowledge

With our in-depth knowledge of Portuguese visa regulations, we navigate the intricacies of the system with precision. We stay up-to-date with the latest changes and requirements, ensuring that your application adheres to the most current guidelines.

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Peace of Mind

By entrusting your visa application to us, you gain peace of mind knowing that experienced professionals are handling the process. We strive to make your visa journey seamless, allowing you to focus on other aspects of your relocation or investment plans.

Client case studies

Using the Golden Visa program to reunite a family in Portugal

"When my daughter and her family considered the move to Portugal, living close by in Vale do Lobo, the potential for a drawn-out, complicated and stressful process was averted with the help of Portugal Pathways. Their expert guidance and support helped us devise a plan that worked for all our family using the Golden Visa and the NHR tax regime. They even helped with my grandchildren's school application and integration process.''
Jasper Bennet
Vale do Lobo
Using the Golden Visa program to reunite a family in Portugal
Talk to our experts

Maximise your wealth, tax status, property and life in Portugal

Schedule a free consultation with one of our expert team so that we can offer personalised support to meet your specific needs.

Please note that during the Christmas and New Year period, response times for form submissions may be longer than usual. We appreciate your understanding and patience during this festive season. Our team will do their best to attend to your submissions as promptly as possible. Wishing you a wonderful holiday season!
In order for us to best help you, please state: what solutions you require, the status of your residency, if you hold NHR tax status, if you are currently applying/intending to apply for NHR, if you hold a NIF ID, if you are currently applying/intending to apply for a NIF ID, if you have medical insurance in Portugal, and if you have proof of an address in Portugal, in addition to any other pertinent information.
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Frequently
asked questions

Find answers to commonly asked questions about our visa solutions.

What are the main benefits of obtaining a Golden Visa in Portugal?
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Some of the primary benefits include the freedom to live and work in Portugal, visa-free travel within the Schengen Area, right to healthcare and education as well as a smooth pathway to citizenship.

Can my family benefit from my Golden Visa application?
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Yes, immediate family members, including a spouse, dependent children, and dependent parents, can also be eligible for residency under the main applicant's Golden Visa.

How long is the Golden Visa valid for?
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Initially, the Golden Visa is valid for one year and can then be renewed for two successive periods of two years each.

Who is eligible to apply for the Golden Visa in Portugal?
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Any non-European Union (EU), non-European Economic Area (EEA), and non-Swiss nationals are eligible to apply for the Golden Visa programme if they meet the necessary investment requirements.

What is the Golden Visa Programme in Portugal?
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The Golden Visa programme is a residency-by-investment scheme offered by the Portuguese government to non-European Union citizens, allowing them to obtain residency and right to work in Portugal in exchange for making significant financial investments in the country.

What is the current status with the Golden Visa programme and its benefits?
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As of July 19th 2023, it was announced in the Portuguese parliament that the visa by real estate investment of €500,000 or more is in the process of being discontinued. While other investments options for this Golden Visa are likely to remain, our experts believe this is likely to involve investing in Portuguese businesses which might not be as popular as real estate. The D7 Visa offers many of the same benefits, alongside the Non-Habitual Residency (NHR) tax regime benefits and this remains the best route.