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Why High-Net-Worth Investors Choose Portugal?

Portugal has one of Europe’s most reliable and future-proof residency-by-investment frameworks.


  • Minimal stay requirements
  • Clear path to EU citizenship
  • Government-backed, investor-friendly options
  • Legal certainty in a stable EU member state

You gain a safe European foothold, lifestyle optionality, and long-term stability , all with a compliant, government-approved investment.

Secure your Portugal residency!


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Portugal Golden Visa Requirements

Minimum residence requirement

The Golden Visa requires you to spend seven days in Portugal for the first year, and 14 days for each subsequent year.

Maintain the qualified investment for the duration of the visa

You must present supporting evidence that you have invested the minimum amount required, and a declaration of honor, committing to maintain the investment for the duration of the visa, is also needed.

Required documents for the Portugal Golden Visa

Paperwork can be daunting to get right. Global Citizen Solutions ensures that Golden Visa applicants correctly submit the following documents for the initial application and each renewal:

  • -Portugal Golden Visa application form
  • -Copy of a valid passport and travel documents
  • -A declaration from your bank in Portugal confirming the transfer of funds from abroad
  • -Proof of health insurance in Portugal (Enrollment in SNS is required if the investor resides in Portugal)
  • -A background check or a police clearance letter from your country of origin, issued no more than 90 days before submitting your application.
  • -A declaration of honor promising to maintain the investment for five years.
  • -Documents showing a good standing with the relevant tax authorities
  • -Document showing non-enrollment or good standing with the Social Security
  • -A receipt showing that you have already paid the application processing fee

All documents issued by a non-Portuguese entity must be legalized, with an apostille required if the issuing country is part of the Hague Convention. Additionally, any document not in Portuguese must be translated and certified, typically by a notary.

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Portugal Golden Visa Requirements

Minimum residence requirement

The Golden Visa requires you to spend seven days in Portugal for the first year, and 14 days for each subsequent year.

Maintain the qualified investment for the duration of the visa

You must present supporting evidence that you have invested the minimum amount required, and a declaration of honor, committing to maintain the investment for the duration of the visa, is also needed.

Required documents for the Portugal Golden Visa

Paperwork can be daunting to get right. Global Citizen Solutions ensures that Golden Visa applicants correctly submit the following documents for the initial application and each renewal:

  • -Portugal Golden Visa application form
  • -Copy of a valid passport and travel documents
  • -A declaration from your bank in Portugal confirming the transfer of funds from abroad
  • -Proof of health insurance in Portugal (Enrollment in SNS is required if the investor resides in Portugal)
  • -A background check or a police clearance letter from your country of origin, issued no more than 90 days before submitting your application.
  • -A declaration of honor promising to maintain the investment for five years.
  • -Documents showing a good standing with the relevant tax authorities
  • -Document showing non-enrollment or good standing with the Social Security
  • -A receipt showing that you have already paid the application processing fee

All documents issued by a non-Portuguese entity must be legalized, with an apostille required if the issuing country is part of the Hague Convention. Additionally, any document not in Portuguese must be translated and certified, typically by a notary.

START YOUR PROCESS TODAY

Why High-Net-Worth Investors Choose Portugal?

Portugal has one of Europe’s most reliable and future-proof residency-by-investment frameworks.


  • Minimal stay requirements
  • Clear path to EU citizenship
  • Government-backed, investor-friendly options
  • Legal certainty in a stable EU member state

You gain a safe European foothold, lifestyle optionality, and long-term stability , all with a compliant, government-approved investment.

Secure your Portugal residency!


START YOUR PROCESS TODAY

How It Works

From application to approval in 3 clear steps:

Select a Qualifying Investment

Choose from government-approved routes including investment funds, research contributions, cultural financing, or business activity.

Prepare Your Application
We structure your documentation, legal compliance, bank account, NIF, and all required filings.

Submit & Secure Residency
Once approved, you and your family receive Portugal residency with flexible stay requirements and access to an established EU legal framework.

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How It Works

From application to approval in 3 clear steps:

Select a Qualifying Investment
Choose from government-approved routes including investment funds, research contributions, cultural financing, or business activity.

Prepare Your Application
We structure your documentation, legal compliance, bank account, NIF, and all required filings.

Submit & Secure Residency
Once approved, you and your family receive Portugal residency with flexible stay requirements and access to an established EU legal framework.

BOOK YOUR CONSULTATION

We are trusted by 10,000+ Investors Worldwide

Global Citizen Solutions. Proven success. Global presence. Full confidentiality.

US$3.5B+ in investments facilitated

Presence in 17+ countries

Clients in 20+ nationalities served

Top-tier compliance and ethical standards

We are trusted by 10,000+ Investors Worldwide

US$3.5B+ in investments facilitated

Presence in 17+ countries

Clients in 20+ nationalities served

Why Work With Us

Full 360° support from strategy to final approval

100+ legal, investment
& compliance experts dedicated to your outcome

Transparent pricing & structured processes —
no surprises

Trusted by high-level investors who value discretion, clarity & results

End-to-end managed service: from NIF to final residency card

How We Can Help

01

Strategic guidance to choose the best Golden Visa route for your goals.

02

Full legal structuring, documentation management, translations, and compliance.

03

NIF, banking, due-diligence prep, and all filings handled for you.

04

Complete preparation and submission of your residency application.

05

Ongoing support for you and your family throughout the process.

Let our experts handle the entire process

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Hear what successful investors say
about their journey with Global Citizen Solutions:

Hear what successful
investors say:

“We have been clients of GCS since 2019 and have used them for our Golden Visa process in Portugal. We have had a seamless professional experience with their team since day one. They helped us with the purchase of not one, but two properties and we are now full-time residents of Portugal. They could not have made the application process for citizenship any easier and they have always been extremely responsive and reliable.”

- Howard Heller

“GCS have provided me with First class service. They make me feel like I am their most important client and nothing seems to be too much trouble for them. From the first inverview with them to now living in Portugal, the case executive, Lawyer and the backroom teams, have kept me fully informed. They have helped me prepare all the documents necessary, assisted with obtaining the initial interview, following up the application and now assisting with the interview with AIMA.”

- Alasdair Andrew

“I know many people navigate the visa process on their own, but I truly couldn't have done it without the help of everyone at Global Citizen Solutions. Aline and Alicia are experts in their fields, and were able to skillfully help us navigate the whole process. They helped answer all of my (many) emails, and enabled the process to be as smooth as possible. Our D8 was accepted, and we were able to move to Lisbon while we wait for our resident permit appointment. I highly recommend GCS to help with this major life decision.”

- Alyssa Murray

“GCS guided me through the application process for citizenship, kept me abreast of each step throughout the process, and submitted my application in a timely fashion. Kudos to the lawyer Luis Almeida for his knowledge, professionalism, and splendid sense of humor!”

- Peggy Sharpe

“We have been clients of GCS since 2019 and have used them for our Golden Visa process in Portugal. We have had a seamless professional experience with their team since day one. They helped us with the purchase of not one, but two properties and we are now full-time residents of Portugal. They could not have made the application process for citizenship any easier and they have always been extremely responsive and reliable.”

- Howard Heller

“GCS have provided me with First class service. They make me feel like I am their most important client and nothing seems to be too much trouble for them. From the first inverview with them to now living in Portugal, the case executive, Lawyer and the backroom teams, have kept me fully informed. They have helped me prepare all the documents necessary, assisted with obtaining the initial interview, following up the application and now assisting with the interview with AIMA.”

- Alasdair Andrew

“I know many people navigate the visa process on their own, but I truly couldn't have done it without the help of everyone at Global Citizen Solutions. Aline and Alicia are experts in their fields, and were able to skillfully help us navigate the whole process. They helped answer all of my (many) emails, and enabled the process to be as smooth as possible. Our D8 was accepted, and we were able to move to Lisbon while we wait for our resident permit appointment. I highly recommend GCS to help with this major life decision.”

- Alyssa Murray

“GCS guided me through the application process for citizenship, kept me abreast of each step throughout the process, and submitted my application in a timely fashion. Kudos to the lawyer Luis Almeida for his knowledge, professionalism, and splendid sense of humor!”

- Peggy Sharpe

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Credibility You Can Verify

We’ve been recognized by global and industry-leading publications.

We’re corporate members of the Investment Migration Council and partners with leading legal and investment experts worldwide.

We’re corporate members of the Investment Migration Council and partners with leading legal and investment experts worldwide.

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