Portugal Residency by Investment Program
The Portugal Golden Visa Program offers a fast-track and flexible route to European residency. Investors can access EU mobility, favourable tax schemes, and family inclusion, with the opportunity to apply for citizenship after five years.
Check Your EligibilityPortugal Residency by Investment
Portugal's Golden Visa remains one of the world's most sought-after residency programmes — requiring as little as seven days' physical presence per year while delivering immediate Schengen access and a clear path to EU citizenship in five years.
- The world's most flexible Golden Visa — minimum 7 days' physical presence per year
- Immediate visa-free Schengen access across all 26 EU member states from day one
- EU citizenship eligibility after just 5 years — one of Europe's shortest pathways
- Non-Habitual Resident (NHR) tax regime — favourable treatment of foreign income for 10 years
- Full family inclusion — dependants qualify under the same application
- Portugal ranks among the world's top 4 passports globally
At a Glance
- Program Type
- Residency by Investment
- Investment Starting From
- €250,000 – €500,000
- Visa-Free / Access
- 180+
- Residency Required
- Minimal presence
- Family Members
- Can be included
Investment Required for Portugal Residency
Portugal’s Golden Visa programme offers several qualifying investment routes, including EUR 500,000 in regulated investment funds, cultural donations, scientific research funding, or the creation of a Portuguese company that meets employment obligations. The chosen route should align with your risk profile, return expectations, and long-term tax planning.
Minimum Investment
Qualifying routes include cultural donation (€250,000), investment fund (€500,000), research investment (€500,000), or job-creating company formation (€500,000).
Government & Fees
Government application, biometric, and card issuance fees apply per applicant and dependant.
Cultural Donation
from €250,000
Estimated total cost
Contribution to arts, cultural heritage, or approved restoration projects.
Investment Fund
from €500,000
Estimated total cost
Subscription to a qualifying venture capital or private equity fund.
Company Formation
from €500,000
Estimated total cost
Job-creating business investment — minimum 5 new permanent positions.
Legal, tax planning, and advisory fees are calculated based on investment route, family size, and NHR tax optimisation strategy.
Portugal Residency by Investment Process
Step 1 – Initial Consultation
Sign a retainer agreement for BFG Global Mobility to advise on application strategy, due diligence, and legal processes.
Step 2 – Document Verification
Attend the Portuguese consulate or embassy to attest required documents and transfer the investment into an approved escrow or qualifying structure.
Step 3 – Biometrics Appointment
Travel to Portugal for biometric submission and finalisation of your residency application.
Step 4 – Temporary Residency Issuance
Receive your initial temporary residency permit and begin living in Portugal under the Golden Visa regime.
Step 5 – Renewal & Citizenship
Renew your Golden Visa every two years. After five years of compliant residency, you may apply for Portuguese citizenship or permanent residency.
Processing Time for Portugal Residency
Estimated processing time for Portugal residency is around 6 months for initial temporary residency issuance.
- Document preparation, legalisation, and embassy attestation
- Investment transfer and formal application submission
- Biometrics appointment in Portugal and temporary residency issuance
- Ongoing renewals and citizenship application after five years of residency
Portugal Golden Visa – FAQ
Key questions about the Portugal residency by investment programme, including minimum investment, family inclusion, timelines, and travel rights.
Qualifying options include EUR 500,000 in regulated investment funds, cultural donations, scientific research funding, or business creation that meets local employment obligations.
Temporary residency is generally issued within about 6 months, depending on processing times and the completeness of your file.
Yes. Spouse, children, and financially dependent parents can be included under a single Portugal Golden Visa application.
Portugal’s Golden Visa requires a minimum physical presence of just 7 days per year on average while holding the residency permit.
All eligible routes are government-approved and regulated. Many fund-based options are professionally managed, and BFG Global Mobility helps you evaluate the risk/return profile of each route before committing.
Next Step
Check Your Eligibility for Portugal Residency by Investment
BFG Global Mobility provides a confidential eligibility assessment to determine whether you qualify for the Portugal program and to outline the most efficient pathway for your circumstances.
Check Your Eligibility