GOLDEN VISA RESIDENCE PERMIT IN EUROPE

NEW LAW GRANTS FOREIGNERS AND THEIR FAMILIES A RESIDENCE PERMIT IN PORTUGAL

The recent changes to the legal rules on entry and stay of foreign nationals in Portugal have introduced (among other changes) a mechanism that allows foreign nationals to obtain a Portuguese residence permit if they make certain investments in the country All the legislation

How?

BY INVESTING IN PORTUGAL

• Purchasing real estate with a value equal to or greater than 500.000€ • May be more than one property adding up to this amount (not limited to one) • For higher value properties, several entities may be involved, as long as each of them make proof of a 500.000€ contribuition Immediate benefits • Immediately upon purchasing your property may be rented (investment guaranteed) • 5 years from purchase, you may sell your property, since you will then be considered a Portuguese citizen • 6 years from purchase, may require portuguese nationality • Allows you and your family to move freely in the 27 countries that make up the Schengen area • You may base your operations in Portugal, and from here operate throughout Europe and the whole World

• Why?

REASONS TO CHOOSE PORTUGAL

• No real estate speculation in the past 15 years. Today’s low property prices create opportunities due to the current financial situation that this country is going through • No inheritance tax • Low taxes compared to the rest of Europe You and your family can live in Portugal, in a safe environment and a unique mediterranean climate conditions, just a few hours’ flight across Europe