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Portugal: Timeless Lifestyle, Secure Future

Portugal offers more than sunshine and scenery. From historic cities and golden beaches to a thriving modern economy, it blends tradition with opportunity.

Whether you're drawn by its Mediterranean pace, family life, or the path to EU residency and citizenship, Portugal is easy to love—and practical to navigate.

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What Sets Portugal Apart?

Safe, stable, and welcoming—Portugal combines an easy pace of life with modern infrastructure, strong healthcare, and straightforward residency paths. It's a practical base in the EU that still feels relaxed and human.

With visa routes that balance affordability and flexibility, Portugal appeals to investors, families, and entrepreneurs alike. From residency to citizenship, it offers a clear timeline, international access, and a lifestyle that feels both secure and inspiring.





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Portugal Visa Programs

Choose the compliant pathway that fits your situation. Requirements vary by consulate and route—our lawyers handle the detail.

Good to know: The Golden Visa remains available via non-real-estate routes (e.g., qualifying funds, research/cultural patronage, or company capitalisation with jobs). Income and documentation for D7/D8/D2 differ—get tailored guidance before you file.

Portugal Golden Visa

Qualifying non-real-estate routes

Residency via approved investments such as regulated investment funds, research or cultural patronage, or capitalising a Portuguese company that creates jobs.

  • Minimal physical presence requirement
  • Family inclusion (spouse & dependants)
  • Pre-approval process before capital deployment
  • Pathway to long-term residency/citizenship (time-based)
  • Legal and compliance coordination throughout
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D7 Passive Income Visa

≥ Portuguese minimum wage (updated)

For retirees and passive-income earners. Demonstrate stable income and accommodation. Employment and freelance activity permitted after residence issuance.

  • Renewable residence permit
  • Family reunification possible
  • Healthcare access after registration
  • Local practice varies by consulate
  • Tax planning coordination available
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D8 Digital Nomad Visa

≥ 4× PT minimum wage (updated)

Live in Portugal while working remotely for foreign employers/clients. Proof of income, insurance and clean record typically required.

  • 1-year permit (renewable)
  • Remote work for non-Portuguese entities
  • Family members can join
  • Potential tax incentives where eligible
  • Consulate-specific practices apply
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D2 Entrepreneur Visa

Business setup & plan

Start or acquire a Portuguese business. Demonstrate viability and economic contribution. Ideal for founders and small-to-mid operators.

  • Company incorporation & bank setup
  • Employment creation strengthens case
  • Flexible capital (case-dependent)
  • Residence rights with renewals
  • Legal & accounting coordination
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Move to Portugal with Attorney-Led Support

Current routes include the Golden Visa (non-real-estate), D7 Passive Income, D8 Digital Nomad and D2 Entrepreneur. We coordinate tax planning with licensed partners where appropriate. Information only—we don’t provide investment advice.

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Portugal Residency by Investment

Portugal's Golden Visa offers a practical, non-real-estate path to EU residency. With a qualifying contribution, you and your family can live, work, and study in Portugal—with eligibility for permanent residency and citizenship after five years.

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Venture Capital & Private Equity Funds

Invest €500,000 in a CMVM-regulated Portuguese fund. Professionally managed and diversified, with at least 60% invested in Portugal—popular for a hands-off, finance-first path to residency.

Donation to Arts & Cultural Heritage

Contribute €250,000 to approved culture and heritage projects—restorations, museums, public arts. Philanthropic route with no capital return; same residency benefits at the lowest entry point.

Scientific Research

Support accredited R&D with a €500,000 contribution. Focus areas include life sciences, renewables, deep tech, and climate—great for impact-driven applicants.

Business & Job Creation

Invest €500,000 and create five permanent jobs, or create ten full-time roles with no capital requirement. Best for founders building value in Portugal's economy.

Portugal Residency by Investment
Timeline

The process is structured and predictable. From document prep to residence card issuance, here's what to expect.

Note: Timeframes are indicative and may vary with application volume.



Month 1Preparation

Prepare documents & choose route

Gather IDs, proof of funds, police clearances and translations/apostilles. Select your route (qualifying funds, research/cultural patronage, or company capitalisation with jobs).

Months 2–3Submission

AIMA portal submission

Your lawyer files the application with AIMA, including investment documentation and supporting evidence for family members (if applicable).

Months 4–6Pre-approval

Government review & pre-approval

Authorities assess eligibility and due diligence. Once pre-approved, you'll receive an invitation to book biometrics in Portugal.

Months 6–8Biometrics

In-country biometrics appointment

Attend your appointment in Portugal for fingerprints, photo and signatures. Any final documents are validated at this stage.

Months 9–12Approval

Final approval & issuance fees

Formal approval is issued. Government issuance fees are paid for each applicant before card production begins.

Months 12–14Residence card

Residence card delivered

Your first Portuguese residence permit card (typically two years) is issued—granting residency rights and Schengen travel. Renewals follow your chosen route's rules.

Moving to Portugal by Country

Guides tailored to your passport—requirements, timelines, tax implications and practical tips.

Moving from USA

D7/D8 routes, treaty considerations and practical settlement guidance.

  • Visa options overview
  • US-PT tax matters
  • Banking & FATCA basics

Moving from UK

Post-Brexit pathways, timelines and SNS healthcare transition.

  • D7 and work routes
  • Accommodation & proof of means
  • Tax & pensions considerations

Moving from Australia

Visa options, healthcare setup and practical relocation tips.

  • Route selection
  • Healthcare registration
  • Cost of living notes

Moving from Canada

Visas, treaty points and documentation for a smooth landing.

  • Multiple pathways
  • Treaty implications
  • Health system transition

What You Get With Movingto

From first scoping to residency approval, we run every step with attorney-led precision, transparent pricing, and a software-led workflow—calm, clear, and compliant.
01 |

Initial Scoping

We map your goals and timeline, then evaluate visa routes that fit your profile—Golden Visa, D7, D8, or Entrepreneur.

02 |

Country & Route Strategy

We compare options across Portugal and our other covered countries, selecting the most strategic path for you and your family.

03 |

Legal & Documentation

Attorney-led review and precise document preparation. No guesswork, no hidden risks—just clean files ready to submit.

04 |

Submission & Processing

We liaise with authorities, manage filings and appointments, and keep you updated at each milestone—without the paperwork stress.

05 |

Residency Approval

Permits issued—you can live, work, or study in Portugal. We also coordinate renewals and ongoing compliance through the platform.

06 |

Citizenship Planning

Guidance beyond residency: renewals, permanent residency, and citizenship eligibility after five years—mapped clearly from day one.

Frequently Asked Questions

01
Can I Work in Portugal with Residency by Investment?
Yes. Residency by investment allows you and your family members to live, work, and study in Portugal with full access to the labour market.
02
Do I Need to Live Full-Time in Portugal?
No. Portugal's Golden Visa has one of the lowest stay requirements in Europe—just 7 days per year on average.
03
Is Portugal Residency by Investment a Path to Citizenship?
Yes. After 5 years of legal residence, you can apply for permanent residency or Portuguese citizenship if eligibility criteria are met.
04
What Family Members Can Be Included?
Spouses, dependent children, and dependent parents may all be included under a single Golden Visa application.
05
Can I Travel Freely in Europe with Portuguese Residency?
Yes. Portuguese residents can travel freely within the Schengen Zone without additional visas.
06
What Are the Investment Options Available?
Current options include investment funds, cultural contributions, and job creation routes. Real estate is no longer eligible.
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We’re Dean and Ana. We moved our family across Europe and built the Golden Visa service we wish existed: real lawyers from day one, direct answers, clear fees, and a fund comparison that speaks human. Strategy, track record, liquidity, and U.S. suitability, so you can decide in days, not months.

We keep momentum with same-day replies and tight checklists from first call to submission.

If something’s slow or risky, we say it. If there’s a cleaner route, we steer you there. The goal is simple: remove noise, keep you in control, and make approval feel inevitable.

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“I used this service to get a NIF number for my father. They managed to get it in less than 7 days, gave me a log in to manage the number as well.I haven't got around to using it for their other services yet, but it worked well for me."
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“Movingto demonstrated exceptional dedication in assisting my family and me with our relocation to Portugal. I wholeheartedly recommend their services for anyone looking to make a smooth and successful transition to Portugal."
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