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For investors prepared to commit a minimum of €500,000 to a qualifying Portuguese investment fund. Every applicant is pre-screened for eligibility before we accept engagement.
Program statusRules last changed October 2023, when the real estate route was closed. Historical amendments have been enacted with limited notice. Current fund route remains open.
David Simoes Fitas
Licensed Immigration Lawyer
Portuguese Bar Association -- Reg. No. 67185P
2,500+
Successful immigration applications
4
European markets served
12-18 mo
Typical Golden Visa timeline
€500K fund route -- regulated by the CMVM, with capital retention
Independent fund guidance -- not tied to any single fund or commission
7 days per year -- lowest stay requirement of any Portuguese permit
Family inclusion -- spouse, children, and dependent parents on one application
Why MovingTo
Your Golden Visa application is handled by lawyers registered with the Portuguese Bar Association who manage the case directly -- not consultants, not intermediaries, not fund salespeople.
Licensed Legal Team
Registered with the Portuguese Bar Association. Your lawyer manages the full process from fund due diligence through to residence permit issuance. Direct accountability, no handoffs.
Independent Fund Guidance
We work with multiple qualifying fund managers but are not tied to any single fund. Recommendations are based on your investment profile and risk tolerance, not on commissions or fund partnerships.
Pre-Screened Applicants Only
We assess eligibility and investment capacity before accepting any engagement. Every applicant is pre-qualified by our legal team, which is why our clients receive approvals consistently.
Investment Breakdown
A complete view of what a single applicant should budget for a Portugal Golden Visa via the fund route. Family add-ons and government fees are confirmed in your eligibility assessment.
Fund investment
€500,000
Capital committed to a CMVM-regulated qualifying fund. Returned after the 5-year holding period, subject to fund performance.
Legal fees (MovingTo)
Fixed fee
Full legal coordination from eligibility to residence permit, quoted as a fixed fee in your engagement letter. No commission from funds, no hourly billing surprises.
Government & AIMA fees
€6,000–€8,000
Application, processing, and biometrics fees payable to AIMA. Indicative range for a single applicant; family members add approximately €3,000 per person.
Fund subscription & due diligence
Variable
Charged by the fund manager, not by MovingTo. Disclosed in full before you subscribe. We review every fee structure as part of our independent due diligence.
Typical capital-at-risk
€500,000 (retained)
The headline €500K is an investment, not a fee. It remains your capital and is returned after 5 years, subject to fund performance.
Figures indicative for a single applicant via the fund route. Exact fees, tax considerations, and family add-ons are confirmed in writing before engagement.
Client Results
"Fund-based Golden Visa for our family of four. The legal team handled everything from NIF to fund subscription to AIMA. Residence permits issued within 8 months of our first call."
R. & S. Chen
Family of 4 -- Fund investment -- Applied from Singapore, 2024
"After the real estate route closed, I needed clear guidance on fund options. MovingTo presented three qualifying funds with full due diligence. No pressure, no commissions driving the recommendation."
J. Al-Rashid
Individual applicant -- Fund investment -- Applied from UAE, 2024
"Golden Visa approved with dependent parents included. The lawyers managed the additional family documentation seamlessly. We only spent 10 days in Portugal during the entire first year."
M. & K. Patel
Family with dependants -- Fund investment -- Applied from India, 2023
"Second Golden Visa -- first was Greece, now Portugal. MovingTo's process was significantly more structured. Clear timelines, no surprises, and the fund marketplace made comparison straightforward."
L. Eriksson
Individual applicant -- Fund investment -- Applied from USA, 2024
2,500+
Applications managed
4
European markets
12-18 mo
Typical timeline
5 yr
Path to EU citizenship
Service Scope
We Handle
We Don't
Typical timeline: 12 to 18 months
01
Eligibility & Fund Selection
Free consultation to assess eligibility and investment goals. We present a shortlist of qualifying funds, explain structures and risk profiles, and confirm CMVM compliance before you commit capital.
02
Investment & Documentation
We register your NIF, coordinate Portuguese bank account opening, manage fund subscription paperwork, and guide your capital transfer. All supporting documentation is prepared for the AIMA application.
03
AIMA Application
Your Golden Visa application is filed with AIMA. We compile the complete dossier -- proof of investment, identity documents, criminal record certificates -- and manage all correspondence with the agency.
04
Residence Permit
After approval, we schedule your biometrics appointment in Portugal and manage residence permit issuance. Family members are processed in the same engagement. We handle all renewals through the 5-year term.
Common Questions
Do I get my capital back at the end of the Golden Visa?
Yes. The Portugal Golden Visa fund route is a capital retention model, not a donation. Your €500,000 remains your capital -- it is subscribed into a regulated fund, held for the 5-year minimum, and returned according to the fund's redemption terms. Principal return is structural to the program; investment returns depend on the fund you select. This is a critical distinction from Caribbean citizenship-by-investment programs, where the investment is a non-refundable donation.
Can I still get a Portugal Golden Visa through real estate?
No. Since October 2023, direct real estate purchases no longer qualify for the Golden Visa. The primary qualifying route is now investment in regulated Portuguese funds, with a minimum commitment of €500,000. We help you select from vetted, qualifying funds and manage the full legal process.
Are you tied to specific investment funds?
No. We maintain relationships with multiple qualifying fund managers but are not tied to any single fund. Our recommendations are based on your investment profile and risk tolerance, not on commission structures or fund partnerships. We verify CMVM compliance and conduct independent due diligence before recommending any fund.
Do I need to live in Portugal?
No. The Golden Visa has the lowest stay requirement of any Portuguese residence permit -- an average of just 7 days per year. This makes it the preferred option for applicants who want European residency without relocating full-time.
Can my family be included in the application?
Yes. Spouses or legal partners, dependent children, and dependent parents can be included under a single Golden Visa application. Family members receive the same residence rights and path to citizenship without additional investment.
What is the timeline from investment to residence permit?
From fund subscription to residence permit, the typical timeline is 12 to 18 months. This includes fund due diligence, capital deployment, AIMA application, and biometrics appointment. Timelines vary based on AIMA processing capacity and individual circumstances.
When can I apply for Portuguese citizenship?
After 5 years of legal residence under the Golden Visa, you may apply for Portuguese citizenship and an EU passport. The investment must be maintained for the full 5-year period. Citizenship requires a basic Portuguese language qualification (A2 level) and a clean criminal record.
Get Started
Get a personalised eligibility assessment, fund shortlist, and clear roadmap from our licensed Portuguese legal team.
Your Case Is Reviewed By
David Simoes Fitas
Licensed Immigration Lawyer
Portuguese Bar Association -- Registration No. 67185P
Specialising in Golden Visa applications, David Simoes Fitas reviews every eligibility assessment and oversees the legal process from fund selection to residence permit issuance.
2,500+ successful applications across all programs -- 4 European markets -- pre-screened applicants only
Check Your Eligibility
Free assessment with a licensed immigration lawyer. No obligation.
Free Eligibility Assessment
Takes 2 minutes. A licensed lawyer reviews your investment capacity within 24 hours.
No obligation -- no cost
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