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Portugal
Details and Benefits of Portugal Residency by Investment
The Portugal Golden Visa Program, officially known as the Residence Permit for Investment Activity (ARI), was launched in October 2012.
Portugal introduced the program to attract foreign direct investment into the country. Since its inception, it has drawn investors from around the world, with significant interest from individuals in China, Brazil, the United States, Turkey, and South Africa.
Portugal remains an attractive destination for foreign investors seeking the right to live, work, and study in the country.
The program offers several investment options, including fund subscription, business investment, and donation. Qualified applicants may obtain residency permits for themselves, their spouses, dependent children, and parents. Successful applicants typically receive their Portugal Golden Visas within a few months of making an eligible investment and submitting their application.
Residency permit holders are eligible to apply for Portuguese citizenship after five years.
Advantages of obtaining Portugal Golden Visa by Investment
European residency in a few months
No tax on foreign income for non-residents
Travel visa-free to any of the 26 countries in the Schengen Area
Dual citizenship is allowed in Portugal
Dependent children and parents can be included in the same application
Citizenship is available after 6 years
Right to live, work, and study in Portugal
Steps and Timeline
Step 1: Contact our team to learn about the Golden Visa program and choose investment type.
Step 2: Citizenship Bay will connect you with the top approved funds in Portugal that are eligible for Golden Visa and with the best immigration lawyers in Portugal.
Step 3: Our team will guide you to gather and collect all necessary documents.
Step 4: Get a taxpayer identification number (NIF) in Portugal and open a bank account.
Step 5: Transfer funds to your Portuguese bank account and finalize the investment.
Step 6: Submit your Golden Visa application to AIMA portal (previously SEF).
Step 7: Receive notification from AIMI to schedule a biometrics appointment.
Step 8: Travel to Portugal for biometrics.
Step 9: Receive your Residence Permit cards (Golden Visa).