Portugal's Golden Visa Investment Program
Portuguese Golden Visa（Golden Visa) Allows non-EU citizens to obtain a European residence permit through capital investment. Currently, the most common method is to invest in 500,000-euro Compliance Fund(At least 60% must be invested in Portuguese companies), with only a minimum annual residency requirement 7 days. Although the new policy in 2026 makes some adjustments to the residency requirements for subsequent naturalization, it in no way affects its status as a premier pathway to free travel within the Schengen Area and access to high-quality resources.
Key Advantages of the Project
Schengen Freedom of Movement and a Highly Valuable Status
Travel freely throughout the 29 Schengen countries in Europe; in the future, you can apply for a highly prestigious passport and enjoy visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to 191 countries and regions worldwide.
Extremely lenient application requirements
There are no strict requirements regarding the applicant’s business background, language proficiency, academic qualifications, or explanation of the source of funds, and the process is straightforward and compliant.
Very Low Residency Requirements and No Worldwide Taxation
No concerns about the traditional “residency requirement” (only 7 days of residence required in the first year, followed by a cumulative total of 14 days every two years); no global taxation burden.
Three Generations of Migration and the Benefits of Settling Down and Making a Living
One person applies, and three generations of the family receive residency cards at the same time; children born in Portugal who meet the requirements can obtain citizenship directly, making it easy to plan for the future.
Eligibility Requirements and Family Composition
Requirements for the Principal Applicant
• At least 18 years of age and not a citizen of the European Union
• No criminal record
• Complete the subscription for a 500,000-euro fund and purchase private health insurance
Accompanying family members
• Legally married spouse
• Minor children under the age of 18
• Children between the ages of 18 and 25 who are unmarried, enrolled in full-time school, and financially dependent on their parents
• Both sets of parents (the principal applicant’s and the spouse’s parents)
Phase 1: Before Submitting the Application (Estimated 1–3 months)
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Project Launch
Sign the service agreement and pay the relevant initial processing fees.
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Open an Account in Portugal
Complete the compliance forms, prepare your personal documents, and finalize the opening of your offshore account in Portugal (1–2 months).
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Fund Subscription
Submit the subscription application materials and transfer the investment funds to your personal overseas account (1–2 months).
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Fund Transfer
Formally transfer the investment funds to the Portuguese fund's custodial account (approximately 2 weeks).
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Online Submission
Complete the review of all required documents, submit the application online through the immigration agency’s system, and schedule an appointment for entry (approximately 2 weeks).
Phase 2: From Application Submission to Approval (Estimated 6–9 months)
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Preparing to Apply for a Schengen Business Visa
A professional team will assist you with applying for a business visa to Portugal and making travel arrangements (1–2 months).
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Fingerprint Collection upon Entry
Upon arrival in Portugal, you will be accompanied by a lawyer at all times to the immigration office to submit the original documents and provide fingerprints (1–3 days).
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Card Production and Issuance
Once the immigration authorities have approved the application, a residence card will be issued and mailed to the applicant’s home country or picked up by a lawyer on the applicant’s behalf (3–6 months).