The Portugal Golden Visa, officially known as the Portugal Residency By Investment Program (RIB), grants non-European Union nationals a five-year residency opportunity in an European Union (EU) member state through qualifying investments. This program is rooted in Portuguese law, specifically the Immigration Act (Law No. 23/2007 of July 4), with its core regulatory framework outlined in Article 90-A. It was first established under Regulatory Decree No. 84/2007 and later refined through amendments, including Law No. 29/2012.

There are multiple pathways to secure Portuguese residency through investment. At The Premiere, we focus on two streamlined and valid options for obtaining residency in Portugal:

1. Portugal Fund Investment (Golden Visa Program)
2. Portugal Startup Visa (D2 Visa)

General Eligibility

The main applicant for the Portugal Golden Visa must meet the following criteria:

• Be a minimum of 18 years old.
• Make a significant investment in Portugal.
• Not have any convictions resulting in a prison sentence over one year.
• Maintain the investment for at least five years
• Have no criminal records.
• Possess excellent health conditions.
• Applicant’s dependents include spouse, children (biological & adopted) under 26 years, parents over 65 years, dependent parents 55 – 64 years and siblings under 18 years.

Processing time

Applications take between 18-24 months.

Benefits Of the Golden Visa Program

• Portugal passport is the 4th strongest passport in the world and one of the safest countries to live in the world.
• Access to visa free travel to over 180 countries including the Schengen area.
• Reside and work in Portugal with a minimal residency requirement of just seven days per year on average over the five-year period.
• Main applicants can include their spouse, dependent children, and dependent parents in the application.
• After maintaining residence for five years, investors may be eligible to apply for Portuguese citizenship with basic Portuguese language skills required.
• Access to first class healthcare, top-tier education, and quality lifestyle.

Benefits of D2 Visa

• Portugal offers a fertile ground for entrepreneurs to grow their businesses, thanks to its thriving start-up ecosystem and strategic access to European markets. 
• A supportive business environment, complete with incentives for innovation and start-ups, makes it an attractive destination for new ventures. 
• To fuel their growth, entrepreneurs can tap into a range of funding opportunities, incubators, and accelerators. Initiatives like Startup Portugal and government-backed programs provide valuable support to emerging businesses, helping them navigate the market and reach their full potential.