Golden Visa & Investor Programmes
We guide our clients through difficult issues, bringing insight and judgment to each situation. Our innovat ive approaches create original solutions to our clients’ most complex domestic & multi juristictional deal s and disputes. By thinking on behalf of our clients every day, we anticipate what they want, provide what they need and build lasting relationships.
Golden Visa (ARI): Investment Options
Portugal’s Golden Visa (ARI) offers a residence-by-investment) pathway for non EU/EEA/Swiss nationals through a qualifying investment in Portugal. To apply successfully, the investment must be lawful, clearly traceable supported by strong documentation (source of funds, proof of payment, and proof that the investment ismaintained
Option 1
Cultural Heritage / Artistic Production Support — from €250,000
production.
density areas (commonly referenced as 200 000)
Typical evidence required:
Eligibility is often project specific, pre-approval/verification is crucial
Option 2
A) Business Investment & Job Creation €500,000
but they tend to require the most ongoing compliance.
Creation of employment for at-least 10 full-time jobs.
2A Creating at least 10 full-time jobs in Portugal (reduced thresholds are sometimes
referenced for low-density areas).
Typical Evidence required
Important considerations
Jobs typically need to be maintained for the required period
B) Company Incorporation / Share Capital Increase + Jobs — from €500,000
Investing €500,000 into a Portuguese company (incorporation or share capital
increase) and creating/maintaining the required jobs for the required period.
Evidence required:
Evidence of job creation/maintenance (contracts, payroll, social security
Option 4:
Scientific Research Contribution — from €500,000
research activities.
Why clients choose it
Typical evidence required
requirements
Important considerations
before payment.
Minimum Stay & Maintenance
met
At GloAfric Migration, we help investors choose the most suitable Golden Visa route by focusing on three fundamental factors:
- Simplicity: For clients who prefer a straightforward, lower-touch structure,
qualifying investment funds are often the most practical route. - Impact: For clients who want their capital to support innovation or heritage, the research and cultural support routes can be a strong fit.
- Business footprint: For clients who want an operational presence in Portugal,
business investment and job creation routes may be the most aligned
