Darrel FroelichApr 14, 2026“Viv Europe helped my wife and I apply for a D7 Portuguese visa and residence cards. They were extremely helpful at every step. I'd recommend them to anyone.”
Back to Portugal
Golden Visa.
Secure residency through investment, with a clear pathway to citizenship.
Who it’s for.
About the Golden Visa
Portugal's residency-by-investment route — a qualifying capital transfer into a regulated Portuguese fund, with no minimum-stay requirement and a clear path to permanent residency and citizenship.
Who’s eligible
Investors who want EU residency with minimal time in Portugal, through a qualifying fund investment.
What you can do
- Keep your life and work abroad — only about 7 days a year in Portugal
- Live, work or study in Portugal whenever you choose
- Travel freely across the Schengen area
- Use the public healthcare system when resident
- Bring your family through reunification
- Build toward permanent residency and citizenship
Key facts & documents.
Our approval rate98%+
Typical duration6–12 months
ComplexityHigh
- Investment
- From €500,000 (fund route)
- Minimum stay
- ≈ 7 days / year
- Pathway
- 5 yrs → PR · 10 yrs → citizenship
Documents required
- Proof of the qualifying €500,000 fund investment
- Source-of-funds documentation
- NIF (Portuguese tax number) and a Portuguese bank account
- Criminal background certificate
- A valid passport
How it works
A clear, guided process.
Six simple steps from first call to fully settled, so you always know what's next.
Book a free call
30 minTell us where you are and where you want to go. We confirm what you need and how we can help.
Get your plan
Within daysYour dedicated case manager maps out the steps, documents and timeline, tailored to your situation.
We handle it
We drive itWe do the legwork and coordinate every party, keeping you updated in your client app at each stage.
Your secure client app
AnytimeAccess our app to exchange information and documents safely, with all the security required at every step.
We meet you there
On arrivalOnce you arrive, your case manager meets you in person in your destination country, to welcome you and help you find your feet.
You're settled
Move completeYou arrive ready to live, not just survive, with the essentials in place and us a message away.
What’s included.
Everything we take care of for you with your Golden Visa.
Eligibility and source-of-funds review
Guidance on selecting a CMVM-regulated Portuguese investment fund
NIF (Portuguese tax number) and Portuguese bank account set up for you
Coordination of the qualifying €500,000 fund transfer and its documentation
Preparation and submission of your residency-by-investment application
Family application support for your spouse, partner, children and dependents
Government-fee handling and document collection support
Process monitoring and AIMA biometrics appointment coordination
Do it with Viv, not alone.
The same move, two very different experiences.
On your own
With Viv Europe
Chase multiple agencies, lawyers and translators
One case manager coordinates everyone for you
Decode immigration rules in another language
Lawyer-reviewed documents and plain-language guidance
Book and attend every public-agency appointment yourself
We schedule and handle the appointments on your behalf
Hope you got the file right and risk refusal
98%+ success, and we cover any denial at no extra cost
Piece together NIF, bank, housing and utilities solo
Everything set up and tracked in one client app
Real Stories
Clients who made the move with us
Darrel FroelichApr 14, 2026Ellen LeonardFeb 02, 2026“They made me feel secure in a process that feels completely out of your control. We now have our D7 Visa, a bank account, NIF, and an apartment with working utilities.”
Kenneth ColeNov 18, 2025“I'm now a permanent resident of Portugal, coming from Canada. The Viv Europe team is clearly very knowledgeable as well as experienced.”
Olivia HughesMar 09, 2026“From the first call to collecting our residence cards, every stage was clear and on time. Moving from the UK felt genuinely manageable.”
Lucas AlmeidaJan 27, 2026“They handled my NIF, bank account and D7 application without a single hiccup. I always knew exactly what the next step was.”
Sophie BauerDec 03, 2025“Professional, responsive and genuinely caring. Viv Europe turned a daunting bureaucratic process into something I could actually enjoy.”
Why Viv EuropeWe treat your move
We treat your move
like it's the only one.
Expert guidance with a personal, human-centered approach, so you navigate the whole process feeling supported every step of the way.
Personal & Digital Approach
A dedicated representative plus a 24/7 client portal, a human touch backed by technology.
Pay Per Progression
You only pay as we advance through each stage, so you see value before any payment.
8 Years of Expertise
Immigration experience and deep knowledge of local regulations.
98%+ Success Rate
We handle any denials at no extra cost, appealing or restarting as needed.
Everything in one app
Your messages, documents and updates all live in your client app, so there are no emails to chase.
FAQ
Common questions.
How much do I need to invest?
The fund route requires a qualifying transfer of at least €500,000 into a CMVM-regulated Portuguese investment fund, maintained throughout the residency period.
Do I have to live in Portugal?
No — the Golden Visa has no minimum-stay requirement beyond roughly 7 days per year on average, which is what makes it popular with investors who can't relocate full-time.
Does it lead to citizenship?
Yes. After 5 years you can seek permanent residency, and after 10 years (7 for EU/CPLP nationals) you may be eligible to apply for citizenship — a process you initiate separately.
What investment options qualify?
The most popular route is a qualifying transfer of at least €500,000 into a CMVM-regulated Portuguese investment fund. We guide you to suitable, regulated options.
How long does the Golden Visa take?
Around 6–12 months to the residence permit, with AIMA processing times varying. We keep your case moving and you updated throughout.
Can my family be included?
Yes. Your spouse or partner, dependent children and dependent parents can be included in the same application.
Do I need to speak Portuguese?
Not for the Golden Visa itself. A basic level (A2) only becomes relevant later, if you apply for citizenship.
Ready when you are.
Book a free 15-minute call and we'll map out exactly how this works for you.