Portugal residency by investment
The Portugal residency by investment program was launched in 2012, and since then, 27,000 people have got their residence permits.
Investors may choose one of seven options. The most popular ones are:
- €500 000 — purchase of residential or commercial real estate;
- €350 000 — purchase of properties for restoration;
- €500 000 — buying investment fund units.
Investors may sell their assets after five years and get their money back. And while investors own real estate or securities, they may get rental income, dividends or interest.
An investor’s spouse, children under 26, and parents can be included in the application. The investment amount doesn’t depend on family composition.
Investors may apply for Portugal citizenship without living in the country. It’s enough for them to spend seven days a year in Portugal to maintain their residency status.
€250,000+ Investment amount
8–10 months Obtaining period
A detailed guide
Portugal D7 visa for financially independent persons
Portugal D7 visa is available for foreigners with passive income in another country enough to live in Portugal. Dividends, rental income or salary from a remote job are suitable.
The rules for obtaining the visa are laid down in article 58 of Law № 23/2007. One must confirm the availability of income and rent or purchase a residential property in Portugal to apply. An investor’s spouse, children under 21, and parents may also obtain a residence permit. The larger the family, the higher income is needed.
Visa D7 is issued for four months. At this time, the investor must visit Portugal and obtain a 2-year residence permit. This permit allows one to live, work and do business in the country.
€760 a month Minimum income
2+ months Obtaining period
A detailed guide
Portugal HQA startup visa
A Highly Qualified Activity (HQA) visa is intended for qualified professionals who plan to invest in an innovative Project in Portugal. The rules for obtaining the visa are laid down in article 61 of Portugal’s Immigration Act (REPSAE).
Applicants invest €175,000 in a project connected with technology, for example, biotech, digital communications or software development. The project starts in collaboration with a business incubator and a research facility.
Investors may get an HQA visa for under one year or an HQA Residency Authorization for a period of 1+ year. There are no time limits on staying in Portugal: one may move there or rarely visit on the contrary.
A spouse, children under 18 and parents over 65 get visas with the investor.
€175,000 Investment amount
3+ months Obtaining period
A detailed guide

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