Portugal Golden Visa Assessment
Discover Your Path to Portuguese Residency
What You'll Get:
- Personalized assessment of your eligibility
- Detailed investment options based on your profile
- Expert guidance on the application process
- Free consultation with Portugal immigration specialists
Takes only 3-5 minutes to complete
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- A qualified Portugal immigration attorney will review your assessment
- You'll receive a personalized consultation within 24-48 hours
- Receive detailed guidance on your optimal Portugal Golden Visa pathway
- Get answers to all your specific questions and requirements
Portugal Golden Visa Assessment Tool
Why Choose Portugal's Golden Visa?
Portugal's Golden Visa program offers one of Europe's most attractive pathways to residency and citizenship. Our assessment tool evaluates your eligibility and guides you through the optimal investment strategy.
How The Assessment Works
Complete evaluation in 4 simple steps:
- Personal Profile: Basic information and family composition
- Investment Capacity: Available funds and investment preferences
- Investment Options: Choose from real estate, funds, or business creation
- Timeline & Goals: Your residency and citizenship objectives
Investment Thresholds (2025)
Real Estate: €500,000+ (rehabilitation projects in low-density areas)
Investment Funds: €500,000+ in qualifying Portuguese funds
Business Creation: €500,000+ creating 10+ jobs
Research & Development: €500,000+ in approved R&D activities
After Your Assessment
Upon completion, you'll receive:
- Personalized eligibility report with investment recommendations
- Direct connection to Portugal-licensed immigration lawyers
- Free 30-minute consultation within 24-48 hours
- Detailed timeline and cost breakdown
- Information about tax implications and residency requirements
Portugal Immigration Specialists
Our partner network includes:
- Portuguese Bar Association licensed attorneys
- Specialists in ARI (Golden Visa) applications
- Experts in Portuguese tax law and NHR program
- Proven track record with 500+ successful applications
- Multilingual support (English, Portuguese, Spanish, French)
Important Program Updates
Recent Changes: Portugal has restricted real estate investments in Lisbon and Porto. New applications must focus on interior regions or alternative investment routes. Our assessment tool reflects all current requirements and helps you navigate these changes effectively.
Portugal Golden Visa Benefits
Path to EU citizenship in 5 years • Visa-free travel to 188+ countries • No minimum stay requirement first year • Family inclusion (spouse, children, parents) • Access to Portuguese healthcare and education • Potential tax benefits through NHR program • Right to live, work, and study anywhere in the EU
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The assessment takes 5-10 minutes and provides immediate results. All information is confidentially shared with qualified Portuguese immigration attorneys who will contact you with personalized guidance at no cost.
Portugal Golden Visa FAQ
Complete answers to the most frequently asked questions about Portugal's Golden Visa program and the path to Portuguese citizenship
Qualifying Portuguese venture capital or private equity funds
Rehabilitation projects in low-density areas (€400,000 in interior regions)
Creating 10+ jobs or supporting Portuguese companies
R&D activities in approved Portuguese institutions
Preservation of national heritage or arts reconstruction
Minimal Physical Presence Required:
- Year 1: Minimum 7 days in Portugal
- Years 2-3: Minimum 14 days per two-year period
- Years 4-5: Minimum 14 days per two-year period
- 5 years of legal residency through Golden Visa
- Basic Portuguese language proficiency (A2 level)
- Clean criminal record
- Maintain qualifying investment throughout the period
- No requirement to renounce previous citizenship
Eligible Family Members:
- Spouse or civil partner
- Minor children under 18 years old
- Dependent children under 26 in full-time education
- Dependent parents over 65 (both applicant's and spouse's parents)
- Minor siblings under legal guardianship
0% tax on most foreign-sourced income for 10 years
Special rates for certain Portuguese income sources
Access to Portugal's extensive double taxation treaties
Foreign pensions may be tax-exempt under NHR
Note: Tax residency occurs if you spend 183+ days in Portugal or have your main residence there. Professional tax advice is essential to optimize your situation.
- Preparation: 2-3 months (document gathering, investment selection)
- Investment: 1-2 months (completing the qualifying investment)
- Application Submission: 1 month (filing with Portuguese authorities)
- Processing: 8-12 months (due diligence and review)
- Biometric Appointment: Schedule upon approval
High demand has increased processing times. Working with experienced Portuguese immigration lawyers can help ensure proper preparation and potentially expedite the process.
- Must maintain investment for at least 5 years
- Or until you obtain Portuguese citizenship (whichever comes first)
- Early sale typically results in loss of residency status
• Lisbon and Porto metropolitan areas
• Coastal municipalities
• High-demand urban centers
• Interior regions and islands
• Low-density areas
• Properties requiring rehabilitation
- €500,000 minimum investment (general areas)
- €400,000 minimum in low-density areas
- Properties must be over 30 years old or require rehabilitation
- Must complete rehabilitation works within specified timeframe
✓ No Portuguese language requirement
✓ Application process available in English
• A2 level Portuguese required
• Basic conversation and understanding
€5,325 (main applicant)
€2,663 (each dependent)
€15,000-€25,000
For experienced Portuguese lawyers
€3,000-€5,000
Background checks and documentation
€2,663 every 2 years
For maintaining residency status
Work Rights in Portugal:
- Employment: Right to work for any Portuguese employer
- Self-Employment: Start your own business or freelance
- Study: Access to Portuguese universities and schools
- Healthcare: Access to Portuguese national health service
✓ Full work and study rights
✓ Access to social services
• Travel freely for business/tourism
• Work permits needed for employment
Free access to Portuguese public schools
High-quality education system
Access to English, French, German curricula
International Baccalaureate programs
EU student fees at Portuguese universities
Access to universities across Europe
Become fluent in Portuguese
Advantage for future EU opportunities
Program Reliability:
- Established: Running successfully since 2012
- Legal Framework: Backed by Portuguese and EU law
- Track Record: Thousands of successful applications
- Political Stability: Strong democratic institutions
- EU Membership: Full EU member since 1986