This route requires a minimum subscription of €500,000 in units or interests of one or more eligible non-real-estate collective investment undertakings established under Portuguese law.

At the time of investment: 

• The undertaking must have a maturity of at least five years. 

• At least 60% of the value of its investments must be invested in commercial companies headquartered in Portugal. 

• The structure must comply with the prohibition on using the qualifying investment directly or indirectly for real-estate investment. 

Immigration eligibility does not make an investment risk-free. 

Capital value, liquidity, distributions and returns are not guaranteed. Applicants should obtain independent advice from appropriately authorised financial and tax professionals before subscribing to any investment product. 

How to Qualify: Fund Subscription of at least €500,000
To be eligible under this category, applicants must invest a minimum of €500,000 into a Portuguese-regulated investment fund. These funds are typically focused on sectors such as technology, renewable energy, healthcare, real estate development, and other strategic areas. All qualifying funds are subject to regulation by Portugal’s Securities Market Commission (CMVM), ensuring transparency and legal compliance.

Key Benefits of the Investment Fund Route

• No Requirement to Manage a Business: Unlike the business investment route, fund participation is passive. Investors are not required to be involved in day-to-day management, allowing for a hands-off approach.
• Diversification and Professional Management: Funds are managed by licensed professionals, providing investors with access to diversified portfolios and risk-managed strategies.
• Efficient and Compliant Process: With expert guidance and due diligence, we ensure your investment meets all Golden Visa eligibility criteria. Our team helps identify the best fund options aligned with your financial goals and risk profile.
• Smoother Application Experience: Acting as a bridge between you and the fund managers, we provide end-to-end assistance.

To submit the application, it will be needed the evidence of the fund subscription, and a certificate confirming the investment details.

Summary:
The investment fund pathway under Portugal’s Golden Visa program offers a secure and streamlined option for individuals seeking EU residency through capital allocation, without the need to establish or operate a business. It is an ideal solution for those who prefer a strategic and diversified investment.

This route requires a minimum capital transfer of €500,000 either: 

• To incorporate a commercial company headquartered in Portugal, combined with the creation of five permanent jobs; or 

• To increase the share capital of an existing commercial company headquartered in Portugal, combined with the creation of at least five permanent jobs; or 

• To increase the share capital of an existing commercial company headquartered in Portugal while maintaining at least ten jobs, at least five of which must be permanent, for a minimum period of three years. 

Applicants should obtain separate corporate, employment, tax and commercial advice before completing the transaction. 

Key Benefits of the Business Investment Route

• Active Entrepreneurial Role: Ideal for those who wish to manage or expand a business in Portugal while securing residency.
• Job Creation Impact: Directly contributes to local employment and economic development.
• Strategic Flexibility: Choose between launching a new venture or strengthening an existing one.
• No Sector Restriction: Businesses can operate in a wide variety of industries, including tourism, technology, services, or manufacturing.

All documentation—such as proof of capital transfer, business registration, and employment contracts—must be submitted as part of the Golden Visa application process and its subsequent renewals. 

Summary :
The Portugal company formation route for Golden Visa applicants is a viable option for international investors who want to establish or support a business while obtaining legal residency in Europe. Whether you plan to start a company in Portugal or invest in an existing one, this route enables you to contribute to the national economy and secure long-term residence rights within the European Union. 

An applicant may qualify by transferring at least €250,000 for investment in or support of eligible artistic production or the recovery or maintenance of Portuguese national cultural heritage. 

The investment or support must be made through an entity permitted under the applicable legislation. 

The minimum amount may be reduced to €200,000 where the activity is carried out in an eligible low-density territory. 

Before funds are transferred, the following should be confirmed: 

• The eligibility of the receiving entity. 

• The eligibility of the project. 

• Whether the relevant territory qualifies for the reduction. 

• The legal nature of the payment. 

• The evidence that will be issued for the Golden Visa application. 

• Any refund, termination or substitution provisions. 

Cultural-support arrangements may be structured as non-refundable contributions. The precise legal and financial nature of the payment must be confirmed in the project documentation. 

Summary :
The Cultural Golden Visa route offers a unique and impactful way to obtain Portuguese residency by supporting projects of historical and artistic significance. It’s a meaningful investment for those who value heritage preservation and wish to align their residency strategy with social and cultural responsibility.

An applicant may qualify by creating at least ten employment positions in Portugal. 

The requirement may be reduced to eight employment positions where the activity is carried out in an eligible low-density territory. 

Relevant evidence may include: 

• Employment agreements. 

• Payroll documentation. 

• Social-security and Tax-authority registrations. 

• Evidence of the commencement of employment. 

• Evidence that the required positions continue to exist. 

The continued existence of the qualifying employment positions will be relevant to both the initial application and subsequent renewals. 

Summary :
The job creation option under Portugal’s Golden Visa program is a powerful way for investors to gain EU residency while actively contributing to the country’s labor market. It is particularly attractive for those who wish to establish a real business presence and play a hands-on role in their investment.

A minimum capital transfer of €500,000 may qualify where it is applied to research activities carried out by a public or private scientific-research institution integrated into Portugal’s national scientific and technological system. 

The minimum amount may be reduced to €400,000 where the research activity is carried out in an eligible low-density territory. 

The eligibility of the institution, project, territorial location and supporting evidence should be confirmed before the transfer is completed. 

Summary :
The scientific research investment option offers a meaningful and strategic path to Portuguese residency for those looking to make a positive, lasting contribution to society. By supporting innovation and academic excellence, investors become part of Portugal’s push toward a knowledge-driven future. With a minimum investment of €500,000 and no requirement to manage operations or create jobs, this route balances social responsibility with convenience.

New Golden Visa applications cannot be based on: 

• The purchase of residential real estate. 

• The purchase of commercial real estate. 

• The acquisition of property for rehabilitation. 

• Investment structures intended directly or indirectly for real-estate investment. 

• The former unrestricted capital-transfer route. 

An applicant may still acquire property in Portugal independently for personal or commercial purposes, but the acquisition does not constitute a qualifying Golden Visa investment.