
Golden Visa:
New rules are in force
The new rules for Golden Visa came into effect on January 1, 2022. Therefore, new residence permit applications based on an investment are already subject to these changes.
New rules for Golden Visa came into effect
What are the new rules?
- Acquisition of a property for housing purposes will only be eligible for the Golden Visa when it is located in the Autonomous Regions of the Azores and Madeira or inland territories, according to Ordinance No. 208/2017, of 13 July. Therefore, properties with other types of purpose, for example, commercial and tourist, do not have restrictions on location.
- Transference of capital: the minimum amount of €1.5 million for investment by the capital transfer;
- Acquisition of units of participation of investment funds or venture capital funds: The minimum amount of €500K
- Investment in research activities: The minimum amount of €500K
- Incorporation of a commercial company with head office in Portugal + Creation of five permanent jobs, OR reinforcement of the share capital of a commercial company with head office in Portugal + Creation or maintenance of jobs, with a minimum of five permanent, and for a minimum period: Minimum amount of €500K
I already have a residence permit based on the Golden Visa; will I be affected by these changes?”
These changes do not affect the possibility of renewing the Golden Visa and the granting or renewal of family reunification based on the Golden Visa when the residence permit has been granted under the previous legal regime.
Which areas are eligible for investment in the acquisition of a property for housing purposes?
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*DISCLAIMER: This publication has been prepared without taking account of the objectives, financial situation, or needs of any particular client. Always consult a lawyer to advise you on your decisions.
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