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Portugal residence permit
Portugal residence permit
Participants receive resident status, which opens the door to a comfortable life by the sea and free travel throughout the Schengen countries without restrictions.
Investors have a choice of five options: they can support cultural arts, fund research projects, purchase shares of investment funds, invest in a business or create ten jobs. When choosing the funds option, investors have the opportunity to return their investments in 5-10 years.
After five years of resident status, the investor and his family can apply for permanent residence or even citizenship. However, it is not necessary to live in Portugal: it is enough to spend only seven days a year in the country to maintain resident status.
Advantages
- Freedom of movementAfter receiving a residence permit in Portugal for investment, you have the opportunity to freely travel around the countries of the Schengen area without the need for visas.1
- Opportunity to live and workYou have the right to live and work in Portugal without any additional restrictions, which opens up new opportunities for your career and personal development.2
- Access to educationPurchasing a Portuguese residence permit gives you access to high-quality educational and medical services, which is especially important for families with children.3
- Path to CitizenshipAfter living in the country as a resident for a certain period of time, you can apply for permanent residence or even Portuguese citizenship, which gives you all the benefits of full European Union citizenship.4
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Full list of visa-free countries with a residence permit in Portugal
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Who can get a residence permit in Portugal
- Spouse)The investor's partner is also eligible to obtain a residence permit in Portugal, provided that he/she is listed in the application and the requirements of the investment program are met.
- Minor childrenChildren of an investor who have not reached the age of majority can also obtain a residence permit together with their parents, provided that they are mentioned in the application and accompanied by appropriate documentation.
- Adult childrenIn some cases, adult children may be recognized as dependent on the investor and also be entitled to a residence permit by providing the necessary evidence.
- Parents or other relativesDepending on the investment program and its conditions, the investor can also involve his parents or other relatives in obtaining a residence permit if they are dependent on the investor and meet the requirements of the program.
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Costs for the investor
Portugal offers investors five different options for obtaining a residence permit. Minimum investment amounts of €250,000 apply to the “support for arts and cultural heritage” option.
Real estate investment opportunities have been canceled as of October 2, 2023.
It is no longer possible to obtain a Portuguese golden visa for purchasing real estate. This change has had a significant impact on investment strategies in the country and has required many potential investors to reconsider their plans.
Purchase of investment fund units
From €500,000
From €500,000
Option 1
An investment fund is a financial institution dedicated to raising capital from investors and then investing it in various assets, such as commercial real estate, Portuguese companies, industrial properties or the European stock market.
The minimum investment amount in the funds is €500,000. Investments are typically held for a minimum of 5 years, although return periods typically range from 6 to 10 years. After receiving a profit, the fund distributes it among investors, retaining its commission.
The minimum investment amount in the funds is €500,000. Investments are typically held for a minimum of 5 years, although return periods typically range from 6 to 10 years. After receiving a profit, the fund distributes it among investors, retaining its commission.
Support for culture and art
From €250,000
From €250,000
Option 2
An investment program in Portugal called “Support for Culture and Art” provides the opportunity to obtain a residence permit when investing from €250,000 in cultural and artistic projects in the country.
This program promotes the development and preservation of Portugal's cultural heritage and provides investors with access to attractive investment opportunities in the arts and culture sector.
This program promotes the development and preservation of Portugal's cultural heritage and provides investors with access to attractive investment opportunities in the arts and culture sector.
Investments in scientific projects
From 500,000 €
From 500,000 €
Option 3
The investment program in Portugal, aimed at supporting scientific projects, provides the opportunity to obtain a residence permit when investing from 500,000 € in scientific and research initiatives in the country.
This program promotes the development of science and innovation in Portugal and provides investors with access to promising scientific projects and technological innovations.
This program promotes the development of science and innovation in Portugal and provides investors with access to promising scientific projects and technological innovations.
Business investment
From €500,000
with the creation of five jobs
From €500,000
with the creation of five jobs
Option 4
In this case, the minimum investment amount is €500,000, and the investor must create at least five jobs. This program not only contributes to the development of the entrepreneurial environment in Portugal, but is also a powerful tool for stimulating economic growth and creating new jobs.
Investing in a business not only benefits the investor, but also contributes to the development of the local economy, which makes this program very attractive to many entrepreneurs.
Investing in a business not only benefits the investor, but also contributes to the development of the local economy, which makes this program very attractive to many entrepreneurs.
Opening a company
Creating at least 10 jobs
Creating at least 10 jobs
Option 5
Opening a company in Portugal is a promising investment that can attract the attention of investors. At the same time, to obtain a residence permit, the creation of at least 10 jobs within the new enterprise is required. This program stimulates the creation of new jobs and contributes to the development of the business environment in the country. Opening a company not only provides investors with the opportunity to obtain resident status, but also creates favorable conditions for business development in Portugal.
Investing in starting a company can be a profitable move for both investors and the local economy, promoting mutual benefit and prosperity.
Investing in starting a company can be a profitable move for both investors and the local economy, promoting mutual benefit and prosperity.
Calculation of the cost of a residence permit in Portugal
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Calculation of the cost of a residence permit in Portugal
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Step-by-step procedure for obtaining a residence permit in Portugal
1
Pre-check
1 day
1 day
The company "Ways to Europe" analyzes investor documents. This process is confidential and takes only one business day. Thanks to pre-verification, the risk of failure for our clients is reduced to 1%.
2
Preparation of documents
2-3 weeks
2-3 weeks
We prepare personal and financial documents necessary to participate in the program. Our lawyers fill out all government forms themselves and certify copies of documents. The investor only has to sign.
3
Full Due Diligence
2-6 months
2-6 months
The completed package of documents is sent to the program department or other authorized government body. The applicant pays the Due Diligence fee and the due diligence process begins. All family members over 16 years of age undergo this process.
4
Fulfillment of investment conditions
Up to 3 months
Up to 3 months
Once the program department or other decision-making body notifies Ways to Europe that the application has been approved, the investor fulfills the investment condition of the program: making a contribution to a government fund or purchasing real estate. A period of 90 days is provided for this.
5
Receiving a passport
From 6 weeks
From 6 weeks
6 weeks after the investment condition is fulfilled, a passport and a certificate of naturalization are issued. They are sent by mail to the address specified by the investor.
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We develop customized solutions to eliminate visa restrictions, create a safe haven, legally reduce your tax liability in a foreign jurisdiction, and support your immigration process.
We help our clients, starting from the first consultation with us, in all possible aspects, including obtaining and replacing a passport or residence permit.
We develop customized solutions to eliminate visa restrictions, create a safe haven, legally reduce your tax liability in a foreign jurisdiction, and support your immigration process.
We help our clients, starting from the first consultation with us, in all possible aspects, including obtaining and replacing a passport or residence permit.
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About Us
- Licensed attorneysAll local partners have lawyer licenses and experience in immigration programs for at least 5 years, which allows them to quickly and professionally solve even the most complex problems.1
- On the market since 2014We know the industry very well: the details of the due diligence process for each citizenship and residence permit program by investment program, we have experience and “live cases” from clients.2
- 99% approvalWe conduct pre-compliance testing on each of our clients to virtually eliminate the risk of failure. If we discover factors in their background that may result in their application being denied, we will offer a suitable alternative solution or refuse to continue with the application process after explaining the situation to the concerned client.3
- Support at every stageWe provide comprehensive services, working with a personal lawyer who will work with you to resolve all of your issues both before and after you receive the necessary immigration documents.4
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A residence permit in Portugal provides access to living and working in the country, and also allows you to freely travel throughout the Schengen countries.
Obtaining a residence permit through investment sometimes requires investing in the Portuguese economy, such as purchasing real estate or investing in a business, and meeting certain conditions and formalities.
Key benefits include access to high-quality health care and education, freedom of movement within the Schengen area and the possibility of obtaining citizenship after a certain period of residence.
The time it takes to obtain a residence permit may vary depending on the chosen program and other factors, but usually the process takes several months.
Yes, with a residence permit you have the right to live and work in Portugal without additional permits. However, this may depend on the type of your status and the specific conditions of your residence permit.
Yes, after a certain period of residence as a resident of Portugal, usually of at least five years, you can apply for permanent residence and then request citizenship, subject to additional requirements established by the country's legislation.
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