Get Portugal Residency Starting from €168,000

Secure European residency through Portugal’s Golden Visa programme. Minimal stay requirement, Schengen access, and a pathway to long-term settlement in Portugal.

  • Residency-by-investment programme for non-EU nationals
  • Visa-free travel across the Schengen Zone
  • Minimal physical stay requirement in Portugal
  • Include eligible family members in one application
  • Pathway to permanent residence or citizenship, subject to legal requirements
  • Live, work, study, and build a future in Portugal
  • Investment routes starting from €168,000 


    4–6
    Months
    Average processing time
    150+
    Countries
    Visa-free travel destinations
    USD 250K
    Investment
    Minimum qualifying investment
    Family
    Included
    Spouse, children & qualifying parents

    Why Portugal

    Three Reasons Clients Choose This Program

    European residency with Schengen access

    Portugal residency allows you and your family to travel across the Schengen Zone without needing a separate Schengen visa.

    Minimal stay requirement


    Maintain your residence permit without relocating full-time. Portugal’s Golden Visa is designed for investors who want flexibility while keeping a European base.

    Pathway to long-term security


    The programme can lead to permanent residence or citizenship, provided the applicant meets the requirements under Portuguese law at the time of application.

    The Process

    How It Works – 5 Steps

    1
    Free Consultation
    We review your profile, objectives, budget, and family eligibility.
    2
    Investment Selection
    We help you understand the available government-approved routes and choose the most suitable option.
    3
    Documents
    We guide you through the full checklist, including personal, financial, and supporting documents.
    4
    Submission
    Your application is prepared and submitted through the official process.
    5
    Residence Permit Issued
    Once approved and biometrics are completed, your Portugal residence permit is issued.

    Investment Routes

    Government-approved options

    Qualifying Investment Fund
    €500,000
    Investment into eligible Portuguese investment or venture capital funds.
    Popular route for investors
    Capital asset retained
    No real estate purchase required
    Subject to fund eligibility and holding requirements
    Cultural Heritage / Arts Support
    €250,000
    Capital transfer supporting artistic production or the recovery and maintenance of Portuguese cultural heritage.
    Lowest entry route
    Contribution-based option
    Suitable for applicants seeking a lower investment threshold
    Subject to approval by relevant Portuguese entities
    Research Activity
    €500,000
    Capital transfer into public or private scientific research institutions in Portugal.
    Supports innovation and research
    Government-recognised route
    Suitable for applicants seeking an impact-focused investment
    Subject to institutional and programme requirements
    Sustainable Island State Contribution (SISC)
    USD 250,000
    Main applicant + up to 3 dependents
    Non-refundable contribution to the Sustainable Island State Fund
    Fastest and most straightforward route to citizenship
    No property ownership or management requirements
    Public Benefit Option
    USD 250,000
    Government-Approved Public Benefit Projects
    Supports national development initiatives
    Alternative route to citizenship
    Government-approved investment structure
    Suitable for qualifying public benefit projects
    Public Benefit Option
    USD 250,000
    Government-Approved Public Benefit Projects
    Supports national development initiatives
    Alternative route to citizenship
    Government-approved investment structure
    Suitable for qualifying public benefit projects
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    Portugal gave our family the European flexibility we were looking for. Migrate World guided us clearly through every stage, from investment selection to documentation.
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    The team made the process feel organised and professional. We felt supported throughout the application and understood every step before moving forward.
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    Portugal Golden Visa Client
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    Portugal gave our family the European flexibility we were looking for. Migrate World guided us clearly through every stage, from investment selection to documentation.
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