What is the Golden Visa
The Golden Visa is a residence permit for non-European investors who make qualified investment in Portugal.
Investment Options 2026
Investment funds (€500k), venture capital (€500k), job creation (10 positions) or R&D investment (€500k). Urban residential property no longer qualifies.
Process and Deadlines
The process takes 6-12 months from application to approval. Renewals every 2 years, with minimum stay of 7 days/year.