Golden Residence by Investment
Portugal
Last updated: December 27, 2025
2 years (renewable)
$6,458
12-24 months
High
About this Visa
This is a residency visa for investors. You invest money in Portugal, and you get the right to live there. It's designed for people from outside Europe who have significant savings or investment capital. Once approved, you can live in Portugal, work, and bring your family. You can travel freely across 29 European countries without needing extra visas. This visa is active and available right now. Portugal changed it in October 2023 by removing real estate options, but other investments are still open.
Key Benefits
- Work without restrictions in Portugal
- Bring spouse and children with same rights
- Free healthcare access after registration
- Travel visa-free to 29 Schengen countries
- Access to Portuguese schools for children
- Path to citizenship in 5 years
- Keep original citizenship - dual nationality allowed
- Family members eligible for citizenship
Eligibility & Requirements
Eligibility Criteria
- Must be 18 or older
- Cannot be from EU, EEA countries, or Switzerland
- Must have no criminal record
- Cannot be on EU sanctions lists
- Must have sufficient funds for required investment
- Must have health insurance minimum €30,000 coverage
- Investment funds must come from outside Portugal
- Must be able to maintain investment for 5 years
Financial Requirement
Minimum €250,000-€500,000 investment depending on route. Funds must originate from outside Portugal. Investment must be maintained for 5 years.
Documents
- Valid passportMust be valid for at least 3 months after application
- Criminal record certificateFrom home country, issued within 90 days
- Proof of fund originBank statements showing money comes from outside Portugal
- Investment proofFund agreement or donation receipt
- Health insuranceMinimum €30,000 coverage
- Bank confirmation letterFrom Portuguese bank confirming funds arrived
- Proof of addressPortuguese residential address
- Bank account proofProof of Portuguese bank account
Disclaimer: The information on this page is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal or immigration advice. Visa requirements, fees, and processes change frequently. Please verify all information with official government sources and consult a qualified immigration attorney before making decisions.