Portugal
Portugal’s Golden Visa program offers a streamlined path to EU residency through investment, with perks like Schengen travel and a route to citizenship after five years.
Business Initiatives
- Create at least 10 new full-time jobs. For low-density areas, this requirement reduces to 8 jobs.*
- Invest €500,000 to establish a new commercial entity in Portugal or expand an existing one. This must generate or maintain a minimum of five permanent jobs for three years.
*Low-density areas are defined as regions with less than 100 residents per square kilometer or a GDP per capita under 75% of the national average.
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Application Process
- Initial Contact & Due Diligence – Client reaches out to Harper Greene, and preliminary due diligence checks are completed.
- Agreement & Retainer – Client signs the agreement and submits the retainer fee.
- Introduction to Portugal Team – Applicants are connected with our Portugal-based team to begin the process remotely or in person, including document preparation, taxpayer number registration, investment selection, and bank account setup.
- Investment & Document Collection – Finalization of the chosen investment and gathering of all required personal documents.
- Application Submission – The completed application is submitted through the government’s online platform for approval.
- Portugal Visit & Biometrics – Client and family visit Portugal for an appointment with the immigration office, where biometric data and original documents are provided.
- Approval & Residence Card Issuance – Upon approval, the client completes the required residence card payments.
- Residence Permit Granted – A two-year residence permit is issued, renewable for three more years. After this period, the client may extend the permit, apply for permanent residency, or seek citizenship.
The Portugal Golden Residence Permit Program offers a clear and accessible path to European citizenship with flexible investment options and minimal residency obligations. Investors can benefit from a high standard of living, access to the European Union, and the ability to secure a future for their families. This program is an ideal choice for those seeking long-term security and a European passport.
Harper Greene is a premier investment migration advisory firm with offices in Canada, United States, Europe and Asia. With over 25 years of collective experience, our team of seasoned immigration experts consist of lawyers, consultants and skilled economists who have been leaders not only in processing immigration applications, but also in shaping immigration policy as well as developing and servicing migration programs and products. In short, we understand investment migration, front to back, inside out. Collectively, our team has serviced more than 5,000 clients around the world. Our unparalleled insights and experiences enable us to provide bespoke investment solutions and deliver world-class advisory service tailored to you and your family’s unique needs.
Permanent Residency and Citizenship in Portugal Through Investment
One of the most attractive options of the Portuguese Golden Visa is the ability to apply for permanent residency or citizenship after five years without the need to reside in Portugal full time. The applicant and their family need only visit for two weeks every two years to renew the Portuguese Golden Visa through this period. Read more on the path to Portuguese Citizenship.
The residency card granted through the golden visa programme allows the holder to travel throughout the EU Schengen zone. Citizenship of Portugal and a second passport conveys the right to live, work and study anywhere in the European Union.
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Frequently asked questions
Everything you need to know about the visa and billing.
How much does the Portugal visa cost?
Previously it was possible to invest through real estate. That is no longer the case. Now investment must be through either:Investing €500,000 through a Private Equity or Venture Capital Fund: These are funds regulated by the Portuguese Securities Market Commission (CMVM). Such funds are managed by a regulated Fund Manager. Funds can not be invested in real estate.Company Investment: Either by establishing your own company and creating 10 jobs or investing a minimum €500,000 in an existing company creating 5 jobs.
Is it possible to modify my Portugal visa program selection at a later time?
Previously it was possible to invest through real estate. That is no longer the case. Now investment must be through either:Investing €500,000 through a Private Equity or Venture Capital Fund: These are funds regulated by the Portuguese Securities Market Commission (CMVM). Such funds are managed by a regulated Fund Manager. Funds can not be invested in real estate.Company Investment: Either by establishing your own company and creating 10 jobs or investing a minimum €500,000 in an existing company creating 5 jobs.
What are the terms of cancellation for the Portugal visa program?
Previously it was possible to invest through real estate. That is no longer the case. Now investment must be through either:Investing €500,000 through a Private Equity or Venture Capital Fund: These are funds regulated by the Portuguese Securities Market Commission (CMVM). Such funds are managed by a regulated Fund Manager. Funds can not be invested in real estate.Company Investment: Either by establishing your own company and creating 10 jobs or investing a minimum €500,000 in an existing company creating 5 jobs.
Can additional information be included in the Portugal visa program application?
Previously it was possible to invest through real estate. That is no longer the case. Now investment must be through either:Investing €500,000 through a Private Equity or Venture Capital Fund: These are funds regulated by the Portuguese Securities Market Commission (CMVM). Such funds are managed by a regulated Fund Manager. Funds can not be invested in real estate.Company Investment: Either by establishing your own company and creating 10 jobs or investing a minimum €500,000 in an existing company creating 5 jobs.
Could you explain the billing process for the Portugal visa program?
Previously it was possible to invest through real estate. That is no longer the case. Now investment must be through either:Investing €500,000 through a Private Equity or Venture Capital Fund: These are funds regulated by the Portuguese Securities Market Commission (CMVM). Such funds are managed by a regulated Fund Manager. Funds can not be invested in real estate.Company Investment: Either by establishing your own company and creating 10 jobs or investing a minimum €500,000 in an existing company creating 5 jobs.
How can I apply for the Portugal visa program?
Previously it was possible to invest through real estate. That is no longer the case. Now investment must be through either:Investing €500,000 through a Private Equity or Venture Capital Fund: These are funds regulated by the Portuguese Securities Market Commission (CMVM). Such funds are managed by a regulated Fund Manager. Funds can not be invested in real estate.Company Investment: Either by establishing your own company and creating 10 jobs or investing a minimum €500,000 in an existing company creating 5 jobs.
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