Frequently asked questions

A Golden Visa is a residence permit obtained through investment that allows you and your family to live, work, and study in EU countries. After holding the visa for 5 years, you may apply for permanent residency or citizenship.

Key benefits include:

• Visa-free travel within Schengen zone (26 countries)
• Right to live, work, and study in the host country
• Path to permanent residency and citizenship
• Include spouse, children, and often parents
• Minimal physical presence requirements

Movingto specializes in the most attractive European Golden Visa programs:

We have on-ground teams in Porto, Lisbon, and Algarve, plus established partnerships with leading investment funds.

Yes, Golden Visas typically include your entire family in a single application:

• Spouse/partner and dependent children under 18
• Adult children up to 26 if studying or financially dependent
• Dependent parents over 65 (in most programs)
• Siblings with disabilities (in some cases)

We specialize in complex family structures that other firms often refuse, including blended families, adult children, and multiple generations.

Total costs include the investment amount plus additional fees:

• Investment amount: €250k-€500k+ depending on country and option
• Government fees: €5k-€15k for main applicant plus family
• Legal services: €15k-€25k for comprehensive service
• Due diligence: €3k-€8k per adult applicant
• Translation/apostille: €1k-€3k for documents

We provide transparent, all-inclusive pricing with no hidden fees and a 14-day money-back guarantee.

Our proprietary Golden Visa Fund Platform is the industry's most comprehensive comparison tool:

• 20+ qualifying funds with real-time performance data
• Side-by-side comparison of risk, returns, sectors, and terms
• Independent due diligence on fund managers and strategies
• Interactive filtering by investment amount and risk tolerance
• No fund kickbacks - completely independent advice

Our clients achieve average 6-8% annual returns while securing EU residency.

Tax implications vary by country and your residency status:

• Portugal NHR program: 10-year tax benefits for new residents
• Tax residency triggers: Usually 183+ days per year in country
• Double taxation treaties: Avoid paying tax in multiple countries
• Investment income: May be subject to local tax rates

We provide expert tax optimization guidance and work with specialist tax advisors in each jurisdiction.

We process applications 30-40% faster than industry average:

• Portugal: 8-12 months (industry average: 12-18 months)
• Italy: 3-5 months (industry average: 6-8 months)
• Document preparation: 60-90 days
• Fast-track option: Application submission in 30 days for urgent cases

Speed achieved through direct government relationships, technology platform, and licensed legal team.

Our track record since founding in 2021:

• 100% approval rate - zero Golden Visa rejections
• 100% renewal success - all renewals approved
• 2,500+ clients successfully guided (2021-2025)
• Tens of millions in investments facilitated
• Zero rejections in 2024-2025

Success achieved through 15+ years combined team experience and meticulous application preparation.

No, Golden Visas have minimal residency requirements:

This flexibility allows you to maintain your current lifestyle while gaining EU residency and eventual citizenship eligibility.

As an independent, family-owned boutique, we offer unique advantages:

• Proprietary technology: Fund comparison platform and Moving Hub community
• Licensed legal team: All applications handled by lawyers in Portugal
• Independent advice: No corporate quotas or fund kickbacks
• Select client base: Personalized attention vs. corporate volume
• Lifetime support: Ongoing guidance through renewals and citizenship

Founded by Dean and Ana Fankhauser, who personally navigated European immigration.

Our proprietary Moving Hub platform is an exclusive ecosystem for Golden Visa clients:

• Client community: Connect with other families on the same journey
• Exclusive discounts: Language lessons, broadband, utilities, mobile services
• Real estate assistance: Vetted agents and property search tools
• Relocation services: School searches, healthcare, banking setup
• Local insights: Cultural orientation and practical living advice

We're currently the only firm providing this comprehensive post-approval ecosystem.

We have immediate start capability:

• 24 hours: Document checklist and initial assessment
• 48 hours: Investment options shortlist
• 1 week: Legal team assignment and strategy session
• 30 days: Fast-track option for urgent cases
• 60-90 days: Standard application submission timeline

First step: Schedule your free consultation to discuss timeline and requirements.

Golden Visas require periodic renewal to maintain status:

• Renewal frequency: Every 2 years for most programs
• Requirements: Maintain investment and meet minimal residency
• Process: 3-6 months depending on country
• Our support: Same licensed lawyers handle renewals
• Success rate: 100% renewal approval rate

We provide lifetime advisory support through multiple renewals until citizenship eligibility.

Citizenship eligibility timelines and requirements:

We provide citizenship application support and language learning resources through our Moving Hub platform.