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Thrive in One of Europe’s Most Vibrant Countries.
Portugal offers an easy and rewarding path to EU residency through investment. With its laid-back lifestyle, stunning coastlines, and rich culture, Portugal isn’t just a smart move—it’s a beautiful one. Discover your investment options and see how easily you can unlock permanent residency in Portugal.
Portugal Residence By Investment - Overview
Gaining Permanent Residency in Portugal is your gateway to living, investing, and thriving in one of Europe’s most dynamic and welcoming countries. Located on the western edge of the continent, Portugal offers a perfect blend of modern infrastructure, cultural richness, and a relaxed coastal lifestyle. With its temperate climate, low crime rates, and high standard of living, it’s an ideal destination for families, entrepreneurs, and global citizens.
As a Portugal resident, you and your family gain the benefits of EU residency, including visa-free travel across the Schengen Zone, access to world-class healthcare, top-tier education, and a favorable tax system—all within a safe, stable, and beautifully diverse country.
Portugal’s Golden Visa Program is one of Europe’s most respected and successful residency-by-investment pathways, offering flexibility, minimal stay requirements, and a clear route to citizenship after five years. Whether you're investing in innovation, supporting culture, or exploring fund-based options, Portugal provides a smart, future-focused solution.
At FNDCS Immigration, we make the process clear and stress-free. From selecting the right investment to handling documentation and approvals, our team will guide you every step of the way.
Your future in Europe begins with Portugal—let us help you make it a reality.
Minimum contribution amount in Euro.
Visa-free access to 26 Schengen countries.
Covers spouse, children up to 26 years, and dependent parents & grandparents.
Total time required to obtain residency.
Eligibility to apply for Maltese citizenship.
No obligation to live in Malta; only one visit recommended during the process.
about Portugal
Portugal is a timeless European gem—one of the oldest nations in Europe, rich in history, culture, and global influence. With its high Human Development Index, strong global reputation, and status as one of the world’s most peaceful and secure countries, Portugal offers an exceptional quality of life for families, professionals, retirees, and investors alike.
As a full member of the European Union and the Schengen Area, Portugal offers visa-free access across Europe and has used the euro (€) as its official currency since 2002. The official language is Portuguese, but English is widely spoken, particularly among younger generations and in major cities and tourist regions.
Portugal has a diverse and growing economy, built on a solid foundation of business services, manufacturing, tourism, and green energy innovation.
It is the world’s largest cork producer, a leader in renewable energy (over 40% of its energy comes from wind, solar, and hydro sources), and home to the world’s most efficient wind turbine.
With a population of just over 10.2 million, Portugal remains a relatively small country offering big opportunities. It boasts mild year-round weather, world-renowned beaches, a low cost of living, and a lifestyle that blends modern convenience with old-world charm.
Portugal has produced streamlined legislation to create an efficient process by which non-EU citizens may obtain a residence permit based on investment. The legislation offers three qualifying routes of committing funds to obtain residence status under the Portugal Golden Residence Permit Program, which must be maintained for a minimum period of five years. After five years as a resident, the applicant is eligible to apply for Portuguese citizenship.
Population: 10.2 million
Languages: Portuguese, with English widely spoken
Economy: Business-oriented services and manufacturing-based
Currency: Euro
Consistently ranked in the top 10 of the Global Peace Index, Portugal is ideal for families and individuals seeking a secure, relaxed lifestyle.
Enjoy warm summers, mild winters, and abundant sunshine—especially in regions like the Algarve and Lisbon.
Live in a full EU member state and gain visa-free access to 26 Schengen countries.
With over 850 kilometers of coastline, Portugal offers some of Europe’s most beautiful beaches, surfing hotspots, and seaside towns.
English is commonly spoken in cities, tourist areas, and by younger generations, making integration easier for expats.
Portugal has excellent public and private schools, including international schools with English, French, and German curricula.
Portugal’s public healthcare system (SNS) offers quality care at low cost. Non-EU expats may need private insurance until they gain residency.
Portugal is more affordable than most of Western Europe, especially outside Lisbon and Porto.
Portugal offers flexible visa options like the D7, Digital Nomad, and Golden Visa, leading to residency and citizenship in 5 years.
Portugal consistently ranks high for quality of life, offering a relaxed lifestyle, strong family values, and plenty of outdoor activities, from surfing to hiking.
Portugal has modern infrastructure, including high-speed internet, efficient public transportation in cities, and good roads.
Portugal offers a Non-Habitual Resident (NHR) tax regime, providing reduced or zero taxation on foreign income for 10 years.
Key Benefits Of The Portugese Golden Visa Program
Portugal’s Golden Visa program offers a pathway to European residency through investment, with benefits including visa-free travel across the Schengen Area, the ability to live, work, and study in Portugal, and eligibility for permanent residency or citizenship after five years without requiring full-time residence. It’s an attractive option for investors seeking stability, global mobility, and access to Europe’s markets and lifestyle.
Portugal golden visa requirements
To qualify for the Portugal Golden Visa, applicants must be non‑EU/EEA/Swiss nationals with a clean criminal record, a valid passport, and proof of legal income generated outside Portugal. They must make a minimum qualifying investment, such as €500,000 in CMVM-approved investment funds (with at least 60% of assets in Portuguese companies), €500,000 in scientific research, €500,000 in a Portuguese company creating at least 5 jobs (or direct creation of 10 jobs, or 8 in low-density areas), or a €250,000 donation to cultural or heritage projects (€200,000 in low-density areas). The investment must be maintained for at least five years. Additional requirements include proof of health insurance, no outstanding tax debts, and submitting biometric data in Portugal during the application process.
Here's a breakdown of the requirements for the Portuguese Golden Visa Program:
Capital Transfer —
EUR 500,000 for the acquisition of investment fund or venture capital fund units committed to the capitalization of companies incorporated under the Portuguese law, with a maturity of at least five years and with at least 60% of the investment portfolio in companies with a registered office in the national territory (real estate entities do not apply)
EUR 500,000 for research activities of public or private entities that are part of the national scientific and technological system -
EUR 400,000 in a low population density area*
EUR 250,000 in support of artistic production or in the recovery or maintenance of national cultural heritage -
EUR 200,000 in a low population density area*
Business —
Create a minimum of 10 new full-time jobs in Portugal.
at least 8 new full-time jobs in a low population density area.
EUR 500,000 for the incorporation of a commercial company that is registered and headquartered in Portugal, creating a minimum of five permanent jobs for a period of three years (or for the increase of the share capital of a company already incorporated and headquartered in Portugal, creating at least five permanent jobs or maintaining at least ten jobs for three years)
*A low population density area is defined as less than 100 inhabitants per km² or with a GDP per capita below 75% of the national average.
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