*The threshold will be reduced by 20% should the funds be committed to a low population density area, defined as less than 100 inhabitants per km² or with a GDP per capita below 75% of the national average.

The residence permit is valid for a period of one year after issue and renewable for two subsequent periods of two years.

Applicant Requirements:

• Provide proof that investment funds originate from abroad.
• Hold no criminal record.
• The main applicant’s property is not frozen within the boundaries of the EU.
• Pay application and processing fees where applicable.
• Enter Portugal for the first time on a valid Schengen visa.
• Meet or exceed the minimum stay requirements. (Seven days for the first year, 14 days for subsequent two-year periods.)

Key Advantages of Portugal Golden Residence Permit:

• Visa-free travel within Europe’s Schengen Area
• The right to live, work, and study in Portugal.
• Eligibility to apply for citizenship after five years as a legal resident while keeping other citizenships.
• Entire Family are eligible, spouses, dependent children and parents.
• Low physical presence requirement (seven days during the first year of residence and fourteen days for the two subsequent years).
• Excellent healthcare system, international and Portuguese schools and universities.
• High quality of life and low crime rate.
• Attractive taxation system: Option to become a “non-habitual resident” of Portugal for tax purposes, thereby paying little or no tax for 10 years.
• Let out your property and gain potential returns on your investment.

Application Processing Time: 3–8 months
Minimum Stay Requirement: Seven days during the first year of residence and fourteen days for the two subsequent years.