Portugal is one of the oldest countries in Europe located on the Iberian Peninsula, in Southwestern Europe. Rich with culture and centuries old history, Portugal has become a diversified and increasingly service-based economy since joining the EU in 1986.
Qualified investors (Non-EU resident) can invest in various areas and investment offered by the Government.
CAPITAL TRANSFER
- Donation to Arts: EUR 250,000 (EUR 200,000 in low population density area)
- Donation to Research Activities: EUR 500,000 (EUR 400,000 in low population density area)
- Venture Capital / Private Equity Funds: EUR 500,000
BUSINESS
- EUR 500,000 for the incorporation of a commercial company that is registered and headquartered in Portugal, creating minimum 5 permanent jobs for at least 3 years
- EUR 500,000 increasing share capital of a company already incorporated and headquartered in Portugal, creating at least five permanent jobs or maintaining at least ten jobs for three years)
- Business that creates 10 new jobs or 8 in
Why Portugal?
- Excellent international and Portuguese schools and universities
- Rich in history and culture with low cost of living
- Visa-free travel in Europe’s Schengen Area and the right to live, work, and study in Portugal
- International quality healthcare and hospitals
Program Benefits
- 7th Safest country to live in
- Over 18 months to obtain residency permit.
- Passport in 5 years
- Family including spouse and dependent children
- 188 visa free countries or visa on arrival
- 7 days for first year of residence and 14 days for the two subsequent years, which can count towards citizenship