Movicap INVESTMENT
Portugal
Portugal offers a five-year residence-by-investment programme for non-EU nationals. It provides access to the Schengen area and requires an average physical presence of only seven days per year. Our advisors provide the investment thresholds applicable to your project.
Residence options
Investment funds
Investment in Portuguese investment or venture-capital funds, with at least 60% of the portfolio invested in companies headquartered in Portugal (real estate excluded). A reduced threshold applies in low-density areas.
Scientific or technological research
Investment in research activities by public or private entities that are part of the national scientific and technological system. A reduced threshold applies in low-density areas.
Cultural or artistic heritage
Support for artistic production or the preservation of national cultural heritage. A reduced threshold applies in low-density areas.
Job creation
Creation of at least ten jobs (eight in low-density areas), or incorporation of a company with an investment and five permanent jobs over three years.
Key conditions
- ·Eligible investment validated by the Portuguese authorities
- ·Clean criminal record certificate
- ·Initial stay in Portugal for biometrics
- ·Health coverage in Portugal
- ·No criminal conviction likely to result in refusal
Benefits
- ·Free movement within the Schengen area
- ·Right to live, work and study in Portugal
- ·Low presence requirement: 14 days over 2 years, then 21 days over 3 years
- ·Family included: spouse, dependent children and dependent parents
- ·Path to nationality after 5 years of legal residence
Estimated timeline
Estimated duration: 6 to 12 months for the initial two-year permit, renewable for a further three years.
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