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Quick facts

Minimum investment €500,000; Typical timeline 18 months; 3 highlights

Minimum investment
€500,000
Currency: EUR
Typical timeline
From application start
Highlights
  • Portugal Golden Visa
  • Business Investment
  • Job Creation
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Quick eligibility check

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1Question 1 of 2 — Do you hold a valid non-EU passport?
2Question 2 of 2 — Can you commit at least €500,000 in a business or job creation investment?

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Program overview

The Business Investment route enables non-EU nationals to obtain Portuguese residency by investing in a Portuguese company or creating at least 10 full-time jobs. Family members, including spouse, dependent children (≤26), and dependent parents, can be included. Minimal physical presence is required (7 days/year). This route supports active entrepreneurs and investors looking to contribute to Portugal’s economy.

Investment overview

  • Job Creation: Invest €500,000 to create at least 10 full-time jobs. Business plan approval is required; holding period ~5 years.
  • Company Capitalisation: Inject €500,000 into an existing qualifying Portuguese company; maintain operations and employment; 5-year holding period.

Costs & proof of funds

Costs & funds

Program fees & proof of funds

Fees listed: 3 line items. Estimated totals: €500,000 (EUR). Proof of funds items: 2.

Estimated program totals
EUR: €500,000
Required proof of funds
EUR: €500,000

Detailed fee table

Program fee breakdown with price, timing and notes.
ItemPriceWhenNotes
Business Capital / Job Creation Investment€500,000Before application submission

Invest in a qualifying Portuguese company or create 10 full-time jobs; must meet regulatory approval.

Application Analysis Fee€0At submission

Government processing fee.

Residence Permit Issuance Fee€0At issuance

Covers main applicant and dependents.

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Proof of funds

  • Investment amount proof€500,000

    Bank statements, incorporation docs, or proof of employment creation.

  • Additional working capital (if required)€0

    Varies depending on business type and plan.

Required (EUR): €500,000

Figures are indicative and may change with family size, project selection and program updates.

Eligibility

  • Non-EU/EEA/Swiss nationals as main applicant.
  • Valid passport and clean criminal record.
  • Evidence of legitimate source of funds and AML compliance.
  • Creation of at least 10 full-time jobs or capital injection into a qualifying company.
  • Attendance at biometric appointment and minimal physical presence.

Key benefits

  • Pathway to Portuguese residency and citizenship after 5 years.
  • Flexible investment in business or job creation.
  • Family inclusion: spouse, dependent children (≤26), dependent parents.
  • Access to Schengen travel and Portuguese public services.
  • Supports entrepreneurship and active investment in Portugal.

Application process

Process

How it works

  1. Step 1: Select qualifying business route

    Choose between job creation or company capitalisation and confirm eligibility.

    GuidedAvg. 2–4 weeks

  2. Step 2: Obtain NIF & open bank account

    Obtain Portuguese tax number and bank account if required.

    GuidedAvg. 2–4 weeks

  3. Step 3: Execute investment

    Complete capital transfer or company investment.

    GuidedAvg. 2–4 weeks

  4. Step 4: File ARI application

    Upload documents and pay government fees.

    GuidedAvg. 2–4 weeks

  5. Step 5: Authority review

    Respond to requests for additional information.

    GuidedAvg. 2–4 weeks

  6. Step 6: Biometrics & issuance

    Attend biometric appointment; pay issuance fees and receive residence card.

    GuidedAvg. 2–4 weeks

  7. Step 7: Maintain investment & renew

    Keep investment for minimum 5 years; comply with presence requirements.

    GuidedAvg. 2–4 weeks

Comparison

FeatureBusiness Investment RouteCapital Transfer Route
Minimum Investment€500,000€250,000–€500,000
Type of InvestmentActive business / job creationPassive capital / funds
Ideal ForEntrepreneurs / active investorsPassive investors / philanthropists
Residency Stay7 days/year7 days/year
Family InclusionSpouse, children ≤26, dependent parentsSpouse, children ≤26, dependent parents
Path to Citizenship5 years, 183-day annual stay, language requirement5 years, 183-day annual stay, language requirement
Risk LevelMedium (active business)Low (passive capital)
Tax ConsiderationPortuguese corporate/personal taxIncome tax on passive returns

Who this program is NOT for

  • Serious criminal convictions or ongoing criminal proceedings.
  • Listed under international sanctions.
  • Failure to demonstrate legitimate source of funds or AML compliance.

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Frequently asked questions

€500,000 for company capitalisation or creation of 10 full-time jobs.

No, minimal presence is required (7 days/year).

Yes — spouse, dependent children (≤26), and dependent parents.

Typically 5 years to maintain Golden Visa eligibility.

No — business risk applies; investment must meet Golden Visa criteria.

Investment must be into a qualifying Portuguese company or generate jobs within Portugal.
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