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Long-stay visas (Type D)

Portuguese Golden Visa (Residence Permit for Investment / ARI)

A residence-by-investment programme granting residence in return for a qualifying investment. Real estate is no longer an eligible route for this permit.

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Golden Visa minimum investment amounts (e.g. the eligible-fund threshold) and the exact list of qualifying routes change with legislation; verify the current thresholds and options on AIMA's official ARI channel before publishing any figure.

Important information

Immigration rules and fees can change. This information is for general guidance only and does not constitute legal advice. Always check the latest requirements on the official Portugal government website before you apply.
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Issued by
AIMA (Portal ARI)
Type
Residence permit for investment (residence-by-investment)
Real estate
No longer an eligible investment route
Common route
Subscription to an eligible investment fund
Minimum amounts change - confirm current thresholds on the official ARI channel
Stay requirement
Low minimum physical-presence requirement per year

Who it's for

Non-EU/EEA/Swiss nationals with capital to invest who want Portuguese residence with minimal physical-stay obligations and a path to permanent residence and citizenship, without relying on local employment.

Requirements

  • A qualifying investment maintained for the required period (e.g. eligible investment fund, research, cultural support, job creation, or business investment)
  • Proof of the lawful source and transfer of the investment funds
  • Portuguese tax number (NIF) and a Portuguese bank account
  • Valid passport, health insurance and clean criminal record certificate
  • Compliance with the minimum-stay requirement to renew

What you can do

  • Obtain and renew a residence permit while meeting only a low annual stay requirement
  • Include family members in the application
  • Travel within the Schengen area as a resident
  • Build eligibility toward permanent residence and citizenship over time

How to apply

Choose and complete a qualifying investment, then submit the ARI application through AIMA's official channel with proof of the investment, source of funds and personal documents.

After approval, collect the residence permit and maintain both the investment and the minimum-stay requirement through each renewal.

Documents

  • Proof of the qualifying investment and its maintenance
  • Evidence of the source and transfer of funds
  • Valid passport and photos
  • Portuguese NIF and bank account confirmation
  • Health insurance and criminal record certificate

Frequently asked questions

  • No. Real-estate investment, and funds that invest in Portuguese real estate, are no longer eligible; qualifying routes now include eligible investment funds, research, cultural support, job creation and business investment.

Official sources

For the most accurate and up-to-date information, always refer to the official government sources.

Verified against official gov.uk sources · last reviewed 2026-08-21. Information only — not legal advice.

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