Program Advantages

  • ✦ Renewable residence permit valid for 5 years.
  • ✦ Eligibility for Portuguese citizenship after 5 years.
  • ✦ Visa-free travel across the Schengen Zone.
  • ✦ Minimal stay requirement: only 7 days per year in Portugal.
  • ✦ Includes spouse, dependent children, and parents.
Download Portugal Golden Visa Summary (PDF)

Eligible Investment Options (2025)

1. Venture Capital / Private Equity Funds
€500,000

A minimum investment in qualifying Portuguese investment funds.

2. Scientific Research Contribution
€500,000

A contribution to a certified scientific research institution.

3. Business Creation or Expansion
€500,000

Invest in a Portuguese company that creates at least 5 permanent jobs.

4. Arts & Heritage Donation
€250,000

A donation to support cultural projects or heritage preservation.