Golden Visa Portugal - Residency by Investment
Your pathway to Portuguese Residency
Obtain Portuguese residency through the Golden Visa program by investing in
regulated venture capital funds – structured to align with international tax and legal standards.
Why the Golden Visa Makes Sense?
Capital Returns & Clear Exit Strategy
Regulated and Professionally Managed Investments
Simple Process and Minimal Stay Requirements
Diversification and Risk Management
Frequently Asked Questions
Below are some frequently asked questions FAQs and their answers related to the Golden Visa
Yes, as of July 2025, Portugal’s Golden Visa program remains open, but only through non – real estate routes. The most popular and reliable option is the 500.000€ investment in regulated venture capital (VC) or private equity funds. Real estate investment is no longer eligible.
You do not need to relocate. As a Golden Visa holder, you:
- Maintain U.S. residency and tax status.
- Can travel visa – free to 29+ Schengen countries.
- Access Portuguese public healthcare and education.
- Qualify for EU citizenship in 5 – 10 years, depending on residency law changes.
- Need to only spend 7 days per year in Portugal.
Only funds that are:
- CMVM regulated.
- Complaint with Golden Visa rules.
- Have an audited track record, clear exit strategy, and defined investment scope.
Here at Residencys we present a curated shortlist to qualified clients during our
onboarding process.
Yes. We can arrange pre-qualified, private meetings with fund representatives in Lisbon or remotely via Zoom. However, many U.S. investors complete the entire processremotely, including fund subscription and application filing.
Our Process
Apply Seamlessly
Our in - house team and Portuguese layers handle your Golden Visa application from A to Z.
Choose a Fund
We curate only CMVM - regulated VC funds with performance history, exit strategy, and legal transparency.
Become a Resident
Secure Portugal residency in
6 – 9 months. Maintain freedom to live in the
U.S. while gaining EU access.
Benefits for Investors
Pathway to Portuguese Citizenship
Portugal permits dual nationality,
allowing eligible applicants to retain their current citizenship while acquiring
Portuguese citizenship.
Freedom of Movement Within Europe
Portuguese residency allows visa free
travel through the Schengen Area, allowing seamless mobility across
participating European countries.
Access to Public Services in Portugal
Residents may access Portugal’s
public healthcare and education systems, with the option to enroll dependents in
private and international schools.
Fiscal Efficiency for Investors
Our team of financial advisors help assess your personal situations.
Professionally Managed Investment Structure
Qualifying fund investments
provide exposure to diversified sectors under regulated management.
Family Reunification
Eligible family members can obtain Portuguese residency through family reunification.
Invest in Portugal’s future & yours.
Portugal’s Golden Visa Program is a residency by investment program launched in 2012. As of 2025, it continues – but with a strategic pivot from real estate to economic growth, focusing primarily on qualifying investment funds, business creation, research, and heritage support.
Our Story
Our Golden Visa platform was created to bridge the gap between high net worth investors and the new era of residency by investment in Europe. We created our platform to offer a smarter, compliant, and investment driven path which aligns with the evolving Portuguese legal landscape and unique tax realities of international investors.
Meet Our Team
We are UrHome Portugal
Secure your path to Portugal’s Golden Visa –
without buying real estate. Book your free
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