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