Golden Visa Portugal is a unique residency-by-investment solution. By making an investment in Portugal, you can obtain EU residency rights. This can lead to Portuguese citizenship for you and your dependants.
Your fast-track route to live, work and study in Portugal with further citizenship eligibility after 5 years.
One of the most successful immigration programs in Europe, the Golden Residence Permit Program in Portugal, grants the right to live, work and study in the country, with visa-free access within the Schengen zone.
The program provides a wide range of investment options, such as purchase of real estate for a minimum value of €280,000 – €500,000, depending on when it was built and the location (if it is within low GDP or low populated density areas).
In addition to real estate, alternative investment options are available under the program, such as capital investment of €1,500,000 or creation of at least 10 jobs.
Estimated government approval in 90 days.
Spouses, dependent children and parents.
Within Schengen Zone for 90 days within any six-month period.
Apply for citizenship after completing the 5th year.
7 days during the 1st yr & 14 days during each subsequent 2yrs of residence.
Beneficial tax regime for non-habitual residents (NHR).
Secure your EU residency with potential returns on your investments.
Access to many prestigious universities at lower EU tuition fees.
Portugal Residence by Investment Program offers visa-free access within Schengen Zone — get visa-free access to 27 EU states, including Switzerland, Luxemburg, Italy and Germany. Go on a last-minute business trip or take your family on a spontaneous holiday in Europe — open up Europe with Utopicform.
Investments under the Portuguese Golden Residence Permit Program must be maintained for a minimum of 5 years from the date the residence permit is granted. Become a permanent resident of Portugal by choosing one of the following three qualifying investments:
Applicants are required to make a capital investment into a Portuguese bank account or specifically approved investment options.
Utopicform’ focus is to provide a hassle-free and seamless service assisting you with a residency application. We will hand-hold you through every step of the EU residency acquisition process with due diligence and care, ensuring that your application is submitted correctly and followed up to application approval.
3–4 DAYS
Preparation
Utopicform’ Immigration advisors will evaluate your personal circumstances and help you select the most suitable program and real estate option.
– be at least 18 years of age;
– have no previous criminal convictions;
– be ready to spend at least 7 days per year in Portugal;
– Proof of the qualifying investment;
The main applicant may also add dependents to a residency application, including his/her spouse, dependent children, and parents.
A detailed checklist will be provided, and you will be guided through the documents collection stage. Experienced immigration advisors will prepare all the required documents along with the residency application and will conduct a final check of each document for compliance to ensure all requirements are met, including, proof of investment documentation.
3–4 DAYS
investment
The purchase of real estate in Portugal, investment in a Portuguese business, or capital transfer to the Bank of Portugal. András Orbán Law will provide you with the best investment options available that meet your requirements.
We will book an appointment for you and your family to submit biometrics in Portugal.
90 DAYS
Processing time
The complete application along with all supporting documents will be submitted to the SEF, the body that processes Golden Residence Permit applications along with documentary evidence of the real estate acquisition or of the investment.
Once the application is reviewed you will be granted the residence permit, valid for 1 year, extendable for 2 years each time, provided you meet the 7 days per year requirement, with the right to settle in Portugal and travel throughout the Schengen Area. After the fifth year, you can apply for permanent residency followed by citizenship.
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