Located on the border of Spain, Portugal is the second oldest country in Europe. It’s rich history and robust economy makes it a great choice for second citizenship and residency.
Portugal is part of the 28-member countries of the EU and the Eurozone. It is a remarkable tourist destination that welcomes around 10 million tourists on a yearly basis. Tourism accounts for 10% of its GDP and manufacturing, agriculture, renewable energy, and trade sustain the Portuguese economy.
To revamp its economy after a major hit during the 2008 financial crisis, in 2012 Portugal introduced the most renowned Residency-by-Investment program in Europe, commonly known as the “Golden Visa.”
Here are the details:
- Qualified applicants may obtain residency permits for themselves, their spouses, dependent children, and parents.
- Applicants receive their residency permits within 2 months of making an investment and applying.
- The residency permit holder can apply for naturalization after 6 years of legal residency in Portugal.
Why Choose Portugal?
- Visa-free access to all European Schengen countries
- Right to live, work, and study in Portugal
- No tax on foreign income for non-residents
- Dual citizenship is allowed in Portugal
What are your Investment Options in Portugal?
Investment Option 1: Purchase of Real Estate
- € 500,000: Invest in real estate of any type and in any area
- € 350,000: Purchase and refurbishment of real estate property older than 30 years or a property located in areas of urban regeneration
Note 1: One or multiple properties can be purchased
Note 2: If a € 350,000 property is purchased, the price does not include the cost of refurbishments
Investment Option 2: Capital Investment
- € 1,000,000: Flexible investment in Portugal (i.e companies, shares, real estate, etc.)
- € 500,000: Venture capital investment (small to medium size companies, shares, etc.)
- € 350,000: Investment in research activities
- € 250,000: Investment in artistic production or maintenance of the national cultural heritage
Investment Option 3: Job Creation
- Creation of at least 10 jobs in Portugal
- No minimum investment value
Note 1: Any investment must be held for a minimum of 5 years
Note 2: Prices above are exclusive of application fees, VAT, and professional fees. Please contact us for an accurate quotation
What is the Timeline Breakdown?
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Year 1: Make an eligible investment
Within 2 months you will receive temporary residency permit which is valid for one year. You will be required to visit Portugal for 7 days. A one-week vacation is one of the more exciting parts of the process.
Year 2: Renew your residency permit
Your residency permit is only valid for 2 years. At this point, you will need to visit Portugal for 2 weeks.
Year 4: Renew residency permit
Your permit will be valid for 2 years only so you will need to make another 14-day visit to Portugal.
Year 6: Apply for a permanent residency permit
Year 7: Apply for citizenship
If you are looking for a beautiful country to call home, look no further. Portugal is a great place for newlywed, businessmen, and families. It might not be the fastest or least expensive dual citizenship option but it is certainly one of the most exciting places to live in Europe that offers great opportunities.
Schedule a consultation meeting with us to find out more details about this program and how we can help you achieve this dream.
We love holding our client’s hands through this entire process and offering guidance and genuine support. However, Citizenship Bay’s scope of services is limited to assisting investors and their families in obtaining a temporary residence permit.
Contact us today:
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