The Portuguese Golden Visa is one of the most popular investment migration programs in Europe because it is the only one that allows you to transition from residency to citizenship without relocating. While other European programs require you to live in the country for several years, Portugal only requires five weeks in five years.

The two main requirements are having the necessary investment capital and a clean criminal record. While the standard investment is €500,000, we offer structured options—such as hospitality projects with upfront returns—that reduce the entry capital. There is also a donation route available from €168,000.

The traditional fund route requires €500,000. Hospitality investments offer upfront returns, lowering the entry capital to €300,000–€400,000. The donation route requires €168,000 but is non-refundable, as it’s not an investment.

There are five official routes. We recommend three ways to access the programme as of today: investment funds (€500,000), hospitality projects (structured to lower capital with upfront returns), and the “donation-style” private financing route (private lending). Real estate purchases are no longer valid, but hospitality investments may offer unit ownership in year 6.

Yes, Portugal only requires one week per year, or two weeks every two years. You do not need to relocate to apply for citizenship.

Due to legal changes, the five-year clock starts from the application date, not approval. From start to residence card, just over a year. From start to passport in hand, it usually takes between 6 to 7 years.

Yes. You can include your spouse, dependent children, and parents (65+ automatically, under 65 with proof of financial dependency).

You receive almost all the rights of a citizen (except voting), including full access to Schengen travel. Once you gain citizenship, these rights expand EU-wide.

1) Get a Portuguese tax number (NIF) and open a bank account. 2) Sign agreements. 3) Transfer funds. 4) Execute investment. 5) Submit application to AIMA.

It allows for upfront returns (€101,000), reducing capital needed to apply. Some projects also offer financing, reducing the requirement to €300,000–€400,000. At year 6, you can choose between a full buyback or converting your investment into real estate. As well you get free stays in hospitality complex for the duration of the process.

Funds vary in risk, return, and liquidity. Some require capital lock for 5–7 years. Hospitality offers upfront returns, free hotel stays (up to 6 months over the period), and exit options.

As with any investment, there’s risk. However, funds are regulated, and hospitality projects use real estate units as collateral for added protection.