Portuguese citizens are also citizens of the European Union, and EU legal standards guarantee equal rights to all EU passport holders.
✓ Security
Portugal ranks 4th among the world’s safest countries.
✓ Freedom of Movement
A Portuguese passport allows free entry and movement across EU countries and the Schengen Area, even during quarantines and travel restrictions related to the pandemic.
✓ Freedom of Choice
EU citizens have the right to live and work in any EU country.
✓ High Standard of Living and Stability
Portugal boasts stable economic development, ensuring access to high-quality social benefits for its citizens.
✓ Social Security Benefits
A second passport provides access to social security, government aid, European-level salaries, and pensions.
✓ Visa-Free Travel
Portuguese passport holders can travel visa-free to over 180 countries worldwide.
✓ A Bright Future for Children
Children with EU citizenship can choose educational institutions without restrictions. Additionally, education at some schools, colleges, and universities may be entirely free for EU citizens.
✓ Business and Financial Advantages
As an EU citizen with a Portuguese passport, you can freely buy and sell real estate, obtain loans, and secure low-interest mortgages.
Portugal also offers the lowest corporate tax rate in the EU (Madeira – 5%) and the possibility of acquiring a special tax status as a non-habitual resident.
✓ Dual Citizenship in Portugal
Portugal permits multiple citizenships. You won’t need to renounce your first citizenship, allowing the Portuguese passport to serve as your second one.
Portuguese citizenship and passport can be obtained under the provisions of the Citizenship Law — Lei da Nacionalidade No. 37/81 of March 10, 1981, and Law No. 2/2018 of July 5, 2018, through the following pathways:
This program suits IT specialists, programmers, seafarers, freelancers, and entrepreneurs with a passive income of at least €705 per month or €8,460 per year for the main applicant.
Key Benefits:
Business immigration involves first obtaining a residence permit based on registering or purchasing an existing business, and after 5 years of living in the country, acquiring Portuguese citizenship.
To obtain a residence permit and subsequently citizenship on this basis, a detailed business plan, rental or purchase of an office with a legal address, and financial resources for implementing the business idea are required.
Portugal does not have a minimum investment threshold for companies; each project is always evaluated individually.
In addition to the opportunity to obtain a residence permit and Portuguese citizenship, many entrepreneurs choose Portugal to optimize taxation and build a corporate structure due to the advantages of Madeira’s low-tax jurisdiction and Portugal’s tax residency program for foreigners.
Madeira has a special tax incentive system, the lowest corporate tax rate in the EU — 5%, as well as lower operating costs compared to other EU regions.
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In recent years, Portugal’s Golden Visa has been recognized as one of the most attractive programs in the world for obtaining EU residency and citizenship.
Many refer to this category as “Portuguese citizenship through investment” or “Portuguese citizenship through real estate purchase.” However, it is important to understand that initially, the investor receives a residence permit (residency in Portugal), and after 5 years of holding resident status under the Golden Visa, they can apply for Portuguese citizenship and a passport.
The unique feature of this program is that the investor is not required to reside permanently in Portugal to apply for citizenship.
The investor only needs to live in Portugal for 14 days during the first 2 years of the residence permit and 21 days over the following 3 years, which counts toward obtaining citizenship after five years.
Business Investment Options in Portugal:
Other Investment Options:
The Portuguese Ministry of Economy has launched the Start-Up Visa program, allowing entrepreneurs to establish a start-up branch or launch a new business in Portugal, with eligibility for a Portuguese residence permit and eventual citizenship.
Main Requirements:
The EU Blue Card grants a residence permit to professionals engaged in high-skilled work in Portugal. After 5 years of residence, holders can apply for Portuguese citizenship.
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Key requirements for foreigners seeking Portuguese citizenship:
Portuguese citizenship can be obtained through:
Portuguese citizenship can be obtained through investment under the Golden Visa Program. Initially, the investor receives a two-year residence permit with the option to renew. After five years of residence, demonstrating good character, and integration into society, the investor becomes eligible to apply for a Portuguese passport.
Portugal does not offer programs that grant immediate citizenship and a passport, unlike Malta’s Citizenship by Investment program.
Obtaining a second passport through investment in Portugal involves several stages: first, acquiring a temporary residence permit (TRP), and later becoming eligible for citizenship.
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