Rules & Regulations for
Portugal Residence by Investment

Application Process

• Submission of Application

  Applications require the main applicant to visit Portugal to choose a qualifying investment, start the legal process, and open a bank account. Two trips to Portugal are needed: one for initiating the investment process and one for submitting the necessary biometric information.

• Issuance of Temporary Residency Permit

  Once the application is approved, the investor and their family members receive a temporary residence permit, which is valid for 2 years. The applicant must maintain the investment for at least five years, with options including capital transfer, real estate investment, or business/job creation, all of which must comply with Portuguese law. In addition, applicants must ensure they meet any specific requirements depending on the investment type.

• Renewal of Residency

  The temporary residence permit can be renewed every 2 years, provided the investment is maintained, and the residency requirements are met (at least 7 days of residence in the first year and 14 days in the subsequent two-year periods). The applicant's family members, including spouse, children, and dependent parents, are also eligible for the residence permit under the same application.

• Permanent Residency and Citizenship

  After 5 years of temporary residency, the investor can apply for permanent residency. After 5 years, the investor and their family may also apply for Portuguese citizenship, provided they meet language and residency requirements.

• Citizenship Eligibility

  After five years of legal residence under the Portugal Golden Residence Permit Program, applicants may be eligible to apply for Portuguese citizenship. This requires demonstrating a minimal physical presence in the country and passing all eligibility criteria for naturalization. Portuguese citizenship allows applicants to retain their original citizenship, as Portugal permits dual citizenship. Applicants must also demonstrate knowledge of the Portuguese language and culture.