Golden Visa

Permit for Residence Authorization for Investment Activity (ARI) – GOLDEN VISA

How to apply for Residency Authorization for Investment Activity.

The legal department of Gold Roof – Real Estate & Finance have the expertise to being able to follow your application process, so that it can be completed successfully and as soon as possible.

The Golden Visa programme in Portugal, officially known as the Residence Permit for Investment Activity (ARI), underwent significant changes in 2025. This programme allows non-EU citizens to obtain residency in Portugal through qualifying investments, offering a pathway to Portuguese citizenship after five years.

Requirements and Obligations:

Investment Maintenance: The investment must be maintained for a minimum of five years.
Minimum Stay Requirements: Seven days of stay in Portugal in the first year and 14 days in each subsequent two-year period.
Clean Criminal Record: Applicants must present a valid police clearance certificate from their country of origin and from Portugal.
Mandatory Documentation: Applicants must obtain a Portuguese Tax Identification Number (NIF) and open a bank account in Portugal.

How to apply for Residency Authorization for Investment Activity.

The legal department of Gold Roof – Real Estate & Finance have the expertise to being able to follow your application process, so that it can be completed successfully and as soon as possible.

How to apply for Residency Authorization for Investment Activity.

The legal department of Gold Roof – Real Estate & Finance have the expertise to being able to follow your application process, so that it can be completed successfully and as soon as possible.

How to apply for Residency Authorization for Investment Activity.

The legal department of Gold Roof – Real Estate & Finance have the expertise to being able to follow your application process, so that it can be completed successfully and as soon as possible.

How to apply for Residency Authorization for Investment Activity.

The legal department of Gold Roof – Real Estate & Finance have the expertise to being able to follow your application process, so that it can be completed successfully and as soon as possible.

Who can apply for Residency Authorization for Investment Activity.

Third-country citizens engaged in an investment activity, in person or through a company, carrying out at least one of the following situations on Portuguese territory

Who can apply for Residency Authorization for Investment Activity.

Third-country citizens engaged in an investment activity, in person or through a company, carrying out at least one of the following situations on Portuguese territory

Who can apply for Residency Authorization for Investment Activity.

Third-country citizens engaged in an investment activity, in person or through a company, carrying out at least one of the following situations on Portuguese territory

Who can apply for Residency Authorization for Investment Activity.

Third-country citizens engaged in an investment activity, in person or through a company, carrying out at least one of the following situations on Portuguese territory

Eligible Investment Options:

Investment Funds: Minimum investment of €500,000 in Portuguese venture capital or private equity funds, with no direct or indirect link to the real estate sector.
Business and Job Creation: Minimum investment of €500,000 in an existing Portuguese company, provided it creates at least five full-time jobs for a minimum period of three years.
Scientific Research and Development: Minimum contribution of €500,000 to scientific or technological research activities conducted by public or private institutions in Portugal.
Cultural or Heritage Support: Minimum donation of €250,000 to support cultural projects or the preservation of national heritage.

Eligible Investment Options:

Investment Funds: Minimum investment of €500,000 in Portuguese venture capital or private equity funds, with no direct or indirect link to the real estate sector.
Business and Job Creation: Minimum investment of €500,000 in an existing Portuguese company, provided it creates at least five full-time jobs for a minimum period of three years.
Scientific Research and Development: Minimum contribution of €500,000 to scientific or technological research activities conducted by public or private institutions in Portugal.
Cultural or Heritage Support: Minimum donation of €250,000 to support cultural projects or the preservation of national heritage.

Eligible Investment Options:

Investment Funds: Minimum investment of €500,000 in Portuguese venture capital or private equity funds, with no direct or indirect link to the real estate sector.
Business and Job Creation: Minimum investment of €500,000 in an existing Portuguese company, provided it creates at least five full-time jobs for a minimum period of three years.
Scientific Research and Development: Minimum contribution of €500,000 to scientific or technological research activities conducted by public or private institutions in Portugal.
Cultural or Heritage Support: Minimum donation of €250,000 to support cultural projects or the preservation of national heritage.

Eligible Investment Options:

Investment Funds: Minimum investment of €500,000 in Portuguese venture capital or private equity funds, with no direct or indirect link to the real estate sector.
Business and Job Creation: Minimum investment of €500,000 in an existing Portuguese company, provided it creates at least five full-time jobs for a minimum period of three years.
Scientific Research and Development: Minimum contribution of €500,000 to scientific or technological research activities conducted by public or private institutions in Portugal.
Cultural or Heritage Support: Minimum donation of €250,000 to support cultural projects or the preservation of national heritage.

The Golden Visa programme in Portugal, officially known as the Residence Permit for Investment Activity (ARI), underwent significant changes in 2025. This programme allows non-EU citizens to obtain residency in Portugal through qualifying investments, offering a pathway to Portuguese citizenship after five years.

Requirements and Obligations:

Investment Maintenance: The investment must be maintained for a minimum of five years.
Minimum Stay Requirements: Seven days of stay in Portugal in the first year and 14 days in each subsequent two-year period.
Clean Criminal Record: Applicants must present a valid police clearance certificate from their country of origin and from Portugal.
Mandatory Documentation: Applicants must obtain a Portuguese Tax Identification Number (NIF) and open a bank account in Portugal.

Key Benefits of the Golden Visa:

Schengen Area Travel: Visa-free travel throughout the Schengen Zone.
Family Reunification: Possibility to include immediate family members under the same application.
Path to Citizenship: After five years, applicants may apply for Portuguese nationality, subject to meeting all other legal requirements.

Requirements and Obligations:

Investment Maintenance: The investment must be maintained for a minimum of five years.
Minimum Stay Requirements: Seven days of stay in Portugal in the first year and 14 days in each subsequent two-year period.
Clean Criminal Record: Applicants must present a valid police clearance certificate from their country of origin and from Portugal.
Mandatory Documentation: Applicants must obtain a Portuguese Tax Identification Number (NIF) and open a bank account in Portugal.

Key Benefits of the Golden Visa:

Schengen Area Travel: Visa-free travel throughout the Schengen Zone.
Family Reunification: Possibility to include immediate family members under the same application.
Path to Citizenship: After five years, applicants may apply for Portuguese nationality, subject to meeting all other legal requirements.

Key Benefits of the Golden Visa:

Schengen Area Travel: Visa-free travel throughout the Schengen Zone.
Family Reunification: Possibility to include immediate family members under the same application.
Path to Citizenship: After five years, applicants may apply for Portuguese nationality, subject to meeting all other legal requirements.

Key Benefits of the Golden Visa:

Schengen Area Travel: Visa-free travel throughout the Schengen Zone.
Family Reunification: Possibility to include immediate family members under the same application.
Path to Citizenship: After five years, applicants may apply for Portuguese nationality, subject to meeting all other legal requirements.

Requirements and Obligations:

Investment Maintenance: The investment must be maintained for a minimum of five years.
Minimum Stay Requirements: Seven days of stay in Portugal in the first year and 14 days in each subsequent two-year period.
Clean Criminal Record: Applicants must present a valid police clearance certificate from their country of origin and from Portugal.
Mandatory Documentation: Applicants must obtain a Portuguese Tax Identification Number (NIF) and open a bank account in Portugal.

Key Benefits of the Golden Visa:

Schengen Area Travel: Visa-free travel throughout the Schengen Zone.
Family Reunification: Possibility to include immediate family members under the same application.
Path to Citizenship: After five years, applicants may apply for Portuguese nationality, subject to meeting all other legal requirements.

Requirements and Obligations:

Investment Maintenance: The investment must be maintained for a minimum of five years.
Minimum Stay Requirements: Seven days of stay in Portugal in the first year and 14 days in each subsequent two-year period.
Clean Criminal Record: Applicants must present a valid police clearance certificate from their country of origin and from Portugal.
Mandatory Documentation: Applicants must obtain a Portuguese Tax Identification Number (NIF) and open a bank account in Portugal.

It is crucial to stay informed about legal updates and ensure full compliance to secure a successful Golden Visa application in Portugal.

This regime does not apply to Portuguese citizens, EU and European Economic Area citizens.

Gold Roof – Real Estate & Finance is not responsible for changes in Portuguese legislation.