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The Golden Visa programme offers fast track to non-European investors who invest a minimum amount on Portuguese real estate, as defined by law in order to receive a residency permit in the country, alongside other attractive tax advantages. Welcome to Portugal Homes, we will help you with the investment that best suits your needs.

It has been around Portugal since 2012 and was created as a way of enabling non-EU citizens the right to gain a residency permit in exchange for a 6-year real estate investment. Not only has the Golden Visa programme helped people live and work in the area, but it has also done wonders for the local economy. It's said that nearly six billion euros have been invested in Portugal since the launch of the scheme.

Portuguese Golden Visa is one of the most popular citizenship by investment programmes both in Europe and the world, because of relatively affordable property prices (one of the lowest of all EU capitals), Portugal is a safe country to live with affordable quality of life and good health care.

With a great transportation system and internationally recognized Universities, the city of Lisbon is one of the most eco-friendly cities in the world, boasting one of the best climates in continental Europe along with the best blue flag beaches making it a very attractive option for holidaymakers & investors.

Those who gain access to Portugal's citizenship by investment only need to spend a minimum period of 14 days in the country, either consecutively or intermittent, within each 2 year visa period, still keeping all the benefits that come with being an EU resident, including visa-free unlimited travel and the option to live, work and study in Portugal.

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The Portugal Golden Visa programme was launched by the Government to grant resident status to all real estate investors and respective families wishing to invest in Portugal. This is done through real estate investments and available to any citizen outside of the EU.

Once the golden visa residency permit is granted, you will have the right to:

  1. Reside in Portugal during the whole duration of your visa;
  2. Work, live and study within Portugal;
  3. Travel feely, without a visa, through the 26 Schengen countries of the European Union;
  4. You may also obtain Portuguese citizenship after a period of 5 (five) years, with the same right as anyone in Portugal and the European Union;
  5. Right to family reunion in Portugal and the European Union.

Holders of a Portuguese golden visa card are given a temporary residence permit in Portugal for two years, which is renewable for another two-years. By the end of year 5, holders of the golden visa can apply for a permanent residency or Portuguese citizenship, if all other legal requirements are met.

There has been a “dramatic spike” in enquiries for the Portuguese Golden Visa programme and Portugal has proven to be an extremely attractive option; its relatively low cost of living with beautiful landscapes, rich history and culture along with a very high standard of safety and security have all been strong reasons why it has become so popular.

Also, Lisbon was ranked by accounting firm PWC (PricewaterhouseCoopers) as the best city for real estate investment and development prospects in Europe during 2019. Property prices in the metropolitan area of the capital were up by about 8 percent in 2018, and rental yields ranged from 5.5 to 6 percent. In 2020, during the pandemic, the sale of properties increased by 23% in May with investment surpassing €146 million, which means that even during the confinement period, the market in Portugal was able to maintain a significant activity level.

How to apply for a Portuguese Golden Visa

While the process isn’t very complicated, it does involve gathering a lot of documentation - both in Portugal and in your country of origin. You may collect all the needed documents and apply for Portugal's golden visa on your own, but it would be beneficial and much faster to resort to local professionals. Portugal Homes skilled professionals know the local property market and laws. Not only would we save you time and money, but our consultants can also advise you on the best investments available in the market, we are here to help you with preparing documentation, providing attorney services, and to follow your needs during the whole period of your temporary residence obtained with us.

The Portuguese government has also announced that Golden Visa applications will now be digitalized. All documents will be submitted digitally, including the issuance of the Portuguese Individual Tax Number. This will help reduce bureaucracy and enable us to fasten your application process.

Please fill the form at the bottom of this page for a more detailed consultation.

The Golden Visa Process

What you need to know about it

1. Real Estate Investment Options

In order to start renting, the property needs to have a short-term renting license associated with it. To do so, the application needs to be submitted to the City Hall, with the right documentation, including a specific communication to the Portuguese Finance department declaring the short-term renting business. Usually, this process can take one to two weeks to be put in place and successfully receive an AL Code.

  • Proceed to the requirements of the short-term renting according to the Portuguese Law
  • Set up multi-risk insurance, which we set up with our partner insurance companies;
  • Install the Safety Kit equipment, for which we are also in contact with the direct suppliers of that equipment;
  • Set up the utility services (water, electricity, gas)
  • Set up Internet and TV pack.

2. Requirements

In order to start renting, the property needs to have a short-term renting license associated with it. To do so, the application needs to be submitted to the City Hall, with the right documentation, including a specific communication to the Portuguese Finance department declaring the short-term renting business. Usually, this process can take one to two weeks to be put in place and successfully receive an AL Code.

  • Proceed to the requirements of the short-term renting according to the Portuguese Law
  • Set up multi-risk insurance, which we set up with our partner insurance companies;
  • Install the Safety Kit equipment, for which we are also in contact with the direct suppliers of that equipment;
  • Set up the utility services (water, electricity, gas)
  • Set up Internet and TV pack.

3. Who is eligible

In order to start renting, the property needs to have a short-term renting license associated with it. To do so, the application needs to be submitted to the City Hall, with the right documentation, including a specific communication to the Portuguese Finance department declaring the short-term renting business. Usually, this process can take one to two weeks to be put in place and successfully receive an AL Code.

  • Proceed to the requirements of the short-term renting according to the Portuguese Law
  • Set up multi-risk insurance, which we set up with our partner insurance companies;
  • Install the Safety Kit equipment, for which we are also in contact with the direct suppliers of that equipment;
  • Set up the utility services (water, electricity, gas)
  • Set up Internet and TV pack.

4. Documentation

In order to start renting, the property needs to have a short-term renting license associated with it. To do so, the application needs to be submitted to the City Hall, with the right documentation, including a specific communication to the Portuguese Finance department declaring the short-term renting business. Usually, this process can take one to two weeks to be put in place and successfully receive an AL Code.

  • Proceed to the requirements of the short-term renting according to the Portuguese Law
  • Set up multi-risk insurance, which we set up with our partner insurance companies;
  • Install the Safety Kit equipment, for which we are also in contact with the direct suppliers of that equipment;
  • Set up the utility services (water, electricity, gas)
  • Set up Internet and TV pack.

5. Costs

In order to start renting, the property needs to have a short-term renting license associated with it. To do so, the application needs to be submitted to the City Hall, with the right documentation, including a specific communication to the Portuguese Finance department declaring the short-term renting business. Usually, this process can take one to two weeks to be put in place and successfully receive an AL Code.

  • Proceed to the requirements of the short-term renting according to the Portuguese Law
  • Set up multi-risk insurance, which we set up with our partner insurance companies;
  • Install the Safety Kit equipment, for which we are also in contact with the direct suppliers of that equipment;
  • Set up the utility services (water, electricity, gas)
  • Set up Internet and TV pack.

6. golden Visa Qualified Areas

In order to start renting, the property needs to have a short-term renting license associated with it. To do so, the application needs to be submitted to the City Hall, with the right documentation, including a specific communication to the Portuguese Finance department declaring the short-term renting business. Usually, this process can take one to two weeks to be put in place and successfully receive an AL Code.

  • Proceed to the requirements of the short-term renting according to the Portuguese Law
  • Set up multi-risk insurance, which we set up with our partner insurance companies;
  • Install the Safety Kit equipment, for which we are also in contact with the direct suppliers of that equipment;
  • Set up the utility services (water, electricity, gas)
  • Set up Internet and TV pack.

Timeline of Application

Timings for every step of the process

1-4 Months

Invest and apply via the Portugal Golden Visa Programme.

Year 1 & 2

Golden Visa application is valid for 2 years.

Year 3 & 4

Portuguese Golden Visa renewal valid for 2 years.

Year 5 & 6

Golden Visa 2nd renewal is valid for 2 years. By the end of year 5, you can apply for citizenship or permanent residency.

Testimonials

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Golden Visa Properties

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549,500 - 639,400
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350,000 - 350,000
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