The Portuguese Golden Visa has undergone significant reforms in recent years, most notably the removal of residential real estate as a qualifying investment. In 2025, the fund investment route has emerged as the leading choice for investors seeking residency — and eventual EU citizenship — in Portugal. By investing in regulated Portuguese funds, applicants can […]

For years, Portugal’s Golden Visa was synonymous with real estate. From luxury apartments in Lisbon to villas in the Algarve, property purchases dominated as the fastest and most popular route to residency. However, following reforms in 2022–2023, real estate was removed as an eligible investment option. This has left many prospective applicants asking: What are […]

Since its launch in 2012, the Portuguese Golden Visa has been one of Europe’s most popular residency-by-investment programs. It has brought billions of euros into the Portuguese economy and attracted thousands of investors worldwide. However, ongoing reforms, political debates, and EU scrutiny have led many to wonder: Is the Portuguese Golden Visa ending? As of […]

The Portuguese Golden Visa remains one of the most attractive residency-by-investment programs in the world, providing a short five-year route to EU citizenship, family inclusion, and visa-free access to the Schengen Zone. However, despite its straightforward process, many investors face delays, rejections, or unnecessary costs because of preventable errors. To maximize your chances of success […]

For global investors, securing second residency or citizenship is one of the best strategies to ensure mobility, security, and wealth diversification. But while these two concepts often overlap, residency-by-investment (RBI) and citizenship-by-investment (CBI) programs are not the same. The Portuguese Golden Visa is Europe’s most popular residency-by-investment program, offering a pathway to citizenship after five […]

Residency in Portugal through the Golden Visa program opens the door to far more than Schengen mobility and EU citizenship. One of the most attractive elements for global investors is the potential for tax optimization, specifically through Portugal’s Non-Habitual Residency (NHR) regime. Whether you choose to relocate to Portugal or maintain minimal residency, understanding the […]