Portugal Golden Visa via Fund Investment
In October 2018, Portugal officially launched a new immigration method, obtaining a Golden Visa by investing 500,000 euros in a fund. With a Golden Visa, you can live, work, do business, study, etc. in Portugal. One applicant can bring three generations, enjoy free public education and free public healthcare in Portugal, and travel to 29 Schengen countries. The Golden Visa is valid for 2 years, requiring a cumulative stay of 14 days every 2 years, no criminal record, and maintaining the fund investment to renew the visa. After holding the Golden Visa for 5 years and reaching Portuguese A2 level, you can apply for permanent residence or citizenship. With a Portuguese passport, you can travel visa-free to 191 countries, including the US, Canada, Australia, etc.
Program Highlights
Invest 500,000 euros in a fund
One applicant, three generations
Stay 14 days cumulatively every 2 years
Travel to 29 Schengen countries
Apply for permanent residence or citizenship after 5 years
Application Process
Sign Contract
Sign the contract
Initiate Account Opening and Background Check
Complete KYC with fund company and lawyer
Open Account
Open a Portuguese bank account online, no need to travel
Transfer Funds and Subscribe to Fund
Transfer investment amount to personal account, then bank transfers to fund company's custodian account, complete fund subscription
Prepare Immigration Documents
Prepare immigration documents
Online Review
Submit full set of documents electronically for online review
Receive Approval
Receive approval from the immigration authority's review system
Travel for Fingerprints and Final Review
After online approval, all applicants travel to Portuguese immigration authority to provide fingerprints and submit full paper documents
Receive Golden Visa Card
Card production, receive Golden Visa card
Application Requirements
- Main Applicant
- At least 18 years old
- Investment Requirement
- Invest 500,000 euros in a fund
- No Criminal Record
- Provide a certificate of no criminal record
- Accompanying Family Members
- One applicant, three generations
- Renewal Requirements
- Stay 14 days cumulatively every 2 years, no criminal record, maintain fund investment
- Permanent Residence/Citizenship
- Hold Golden Visa for 5 years, meet residency requirements, Portuguese A2 level
Fee Details
| Fee Item | Receiving Agency | Amount | Payment Timeline | Refund Policy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Investment Amount | Fund Company | 500,000 euros | At time of fund subscription | According to fund terms |
| Asset Requirement | Individual | 3.6 million RMB | At time of application | Not applicable |
Frequently Asked Questions
References & Sources
- 1.Portuguese Immigration Authority Official Website
- 2.Portuguese Ministry of Economic Development
- 3.European Schengen Area Administration
Author
AiEAC Immigration Consultant
Immigration Consultant