Portugal is recognized as a highly developed and tranquil nation, boasting impressive architecture, a vibrant culture, and a diverse history, as one of the oldest civilizations in Europe. The official language of Portugal is Portuguese.
In addition to its rich cultural heritage, Portugal is renowned for its political and economic stability, as well as its high rankings in quality of life and cost of living. It is a member of the European Union (EU), the Eurozone, and the Economic and Monetary Union (EMU).
The Golden Visa Programme, also known as the Portuguese residency by investment programme, was established in partnership with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the Department of Consular Affairs, and the Portuguese Trade and Investment Agency (AICEP).
Located on the stunning Iberian Peninsula, Portugal is officially known as the Portuguese Republic. Its geographical position as the westernmost nation on mainland Europe provides it with a desirable Mediterranean climate.
Portugal’s Golden Visa residency programme offers visa-free travel throughout Europe, EU residency, and a favorable tax system, making it an excellent choice for those seeking these benefits.
Lisbon
92,212 km2
10,194,849
Portuguese
GMT+1
Euro (€)
1st December
+351
You can obtain your European residency in just 6-12 months. After five years, you are then eligible to apply for Portuguese citizenship.
Portuguese residency immediately grants visa-free travel throughout the Schengen States.
Portugal is ranked 19th worldwide on quality of life and it is also one of the world’s safest countries. Your parents, spouse and children can also obtain the Portuguese Golden Visa and are thereby entitled to live/study/work in Portugal.
Portugal’s business environment is as welcoming as it is thriving, ranked 39th in the world for “Ease of Doing Business”. The country is also a vital business hub for global trade and travel.
Andorra
Armenia*
Austria
Belarus
Belgium
Bosnia and Herzegovina
Bulgaria
Croatia
Cyprus
Czech Republic
Denmark
Estonia
Faroe Islands
Finland
France
Germany
Gibraltar
Greece
Greenland
Hungary
Iceland
Ireland
Italy
Kosovo
Latvia
Liechtenstein
Lithuania
Luxembourg
Malta
Moldova
Monaco
Montenegro
Netherlands
Norway
Poland
Portugal
Romania
Russia
San marino
Serbia
Slovakia
Slovenia
Spain
Sweden
Switzerland
Turkey
Ukraine
United Kingdom
Vatican City
Wallis and Furtuna
Argentina
Belize
Bermuda
Bolivia*
Brazil
Colombia
Costa Rica
Ecuador
French Guiana
Guyana
Nicaragua
Panama
Peru
Suriname
Uruguay
Venezuela
Anguilla
Antigua
and Barbudas
Aruba
Bahamas
Barbados
Bonaire; St.
Eustatius
and Saba
British Virgin Islands
Cayman Islands
Cuba
Curacao
Dominica
French West Indies
Grenada
Haiti
Jamaica
Montserrat
Saint Kitts and Nevis
Saint Lucia
Saint maarten
Saint Vincent
and Grenadines Samoa
Trinidad and Tobago
Turks and Caicos islands
Bangladesh
Cambodia*
India*
China
Hong Kong
Sar China
Laos*
Macao(Sar China)
Malaysia
Maldives*
Nepal*
Philippines
Singapore
South Korea
Sri Lanka*
Taiwan
Timor Leste
Uzbekistan
Cook Islands
Fiji
French Polynesia
Micronesia
New Caledonia
Niue
Samoa
Palau islands
Tonga
Tuvalu
Vanuatu
Papua New Guinea
Iran*
Israel
Jordan*
Palestinian
Territories
Botswana
Burundi
Cape Verda Islands
Democratic Republic
of the Congo
Comoros Islands
Djibouti
Eswatini (Swaziland)
Ethiopia*
Gabon*
Gambia
Guinea Bissau
Guinea Conakry*
Kenya
Lesotho
Madagascar*
Malawi
Mauritania*
Mauritania
Mauritius
Mayotte
Mozambique
Rwanda*
Reunion
Senegal
Seychelles*
Sierra Leone*
Somalia*
St. Helena*
Tanzania
Togo*
Uganda*
Zambia
Note:
*Visa on arrival **eTA
There is 1 investment options which serve as a qualifier for the application to the Dominican citizenship-by-investment programme: