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Permanent Residency 10 June, 2026

Portugal does not grant permanent residence by investment. To obtain permanent status or citizenship, foreigners live in Portugal for 5 years with a residence permit. Residence permit cards are issued for 2 years and can be extended for 3 more years. To prolong a residence permit obtained, say, after a D7 visa, one needs to live in Portugal for at least 8 months a year. However, Golden Visa holders can spend 7 days a year in Portugal to be able to renew their residence permit and later apply for permanent residency.

Residence permit 31 May, 2026

Portugal offers several pathways to a residence permit, including employment, study, family reunification, and investment. The permit allows its holder to live in Portugal, access public services, open bank accounts, and travel visa-free within the Schengen Area. Investors can obtain residence through the Portugal Golden Visa. It grants the same core residence rights. Unlike other permits, it does not require the holder to relocate permanently to Portugal.

Residence permit 24 May, 2026

There are several ways to obtain a residence permit in Portugal. Purchasing fund units is now the most commonly chosen option by Immigrant Invest clients. Portugal’s Golden Visa fund option requires a minimum investment of €500,000 and allows investors to delegate portfolio management to licensed professionals. To qualify for the Golden Visa, the fund must invest at least 60% of its capital in Portuguese companies and have a minimum maturity of 5 years. The Golden Visa programme grants residence in Portugal, visa-free travel across the Schengen Area, and the right to apply for permanent residence after 5 years.

Business 20 May, 2026

Portugal has phased out its well-known Non-Habitual Resident, or NHR, preferential tax regime in 2025. NHR was replaced by a new framework, the IFICI tax regime, often referred to as NHR 2.0. Both former and current regimes levy 20% of foreign-based income instead of a progressive rate. However, the two regimes target different taxpayer profiles. This guide outlines the requirements, benefits, procedure, documents, and the differences between the former NHR regime and the new IFICI system.