Unlock European Residency with the Portugal Golden Visa
The Portugal Golden Visa program offers non-EU investors a fast-track route to Portuguese residency through qualifying investments in real estate, investment funds, or hospitality ventures.
With low minimum stay requirements - just 7 days per year - this flexible residency-by-investment scheme grants the right to live, work, and travel throughout the Schengen Zone. After five years, applicants become eligible for Portuguese citizenship, making it one of the most accessible and attractive Golden Visa programs in Europe.
Main Benefits of the PORTUGAL Golden Visa
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Live, work, retire or study anywhere in the EU
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Citizenship in just 5 years
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Generational residency: include spouse, children and parents
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Visa-free travel across the Schengen Zone
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Only 7 days stay per year required
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World class lifestyle, health care and potential tax benefits
hospitality investment
what golden visa options are currently available?
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Real Estate: You can no longer obtain a Golden Visa by purchasing residential property in popular areas such as Lisbon, Porto, and much of the coastal Algarve.
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Capital Transfer: Transfer at least €1.5 million to Portugal.
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Job Creation: Create a minimum of 10 jobs in Portugal.
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Fund Investment: Invest at least €500,000 in qualified investment funds or venture capital.
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Research & Development: Invest €500,000 in research activities
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Cultural Heritage: Invest €250,000 in preserving national heritage.
What’s the hospitality investment path to a Golden Visa?
Rather than buying residential property, you co-invest in fully managed hotel or resort projects. These investments are pre-approved for Portugal’s Golden Visa.
WHO IS IT FOR?
Whether you're an international entrepreneur, retiree, or family looking for EU access, the hospitality route offers a hassle-free, passive investment that unlocks powerful lifestyle and financial benefits.
KEY BENEFITS
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Full eligibility for Portugal’s Golden Visa
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Passive income, no ongoing management
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No need to rent, renovate, or maintain property
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Option for capital return via guaranteed buyback.
HOSPITALITY investment snapshot
MINIMUM INVESTMENT
€500,000
RETURNS
3–5% per year or ~20% upfront
EXIT STRATEGY
Guaranteed buyback in 5–6 years
FREE USEAGE
4 weeks stay per year
TOP LOCATIONS
Including Algarve, Lisbon & Porto