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Profile
David Simoes Fitas is a Portuguese lawyer with seven years of experience specialising in immigration law, investment funds, and real estate. He has successfully handled 527 immigration cases -- the majority Golden Visa applications -- maintaining a 100% approval rate throughout his career.
Admitted to the Portuguese Bar Association (licence no. 67185P), David holds a Master's degree in Labour Law from Universidade Catolica Portuguesa and a law degree from Universidade de Coimbra. Before joining Movingto, he worked in respected Portuguese firms and international immigration organisations, handling complex cases involving residency processes, fund compliance, and legal due diligence.
David is also a published commentator on Portuguese immigration policy, having contributed opinion pieces to PUBLICO, one of Portugal's leading national newspapers. Proficient in both Portuguese and English, he works directly with international clients, guiding them through investment structuring, documentation, and residency pathways with clarity and precision.
Experience
Advises clients on Portuguese residency, investment fund routes, and real estate matters. 527 cases handled with a 100% success rate, predominantly Golden Visa applications involving fund investments and property acquisitions.
Led immigration cases for individuals and companies, specialising in residency processes, fund structures, and legal advisory.
Supported litigation, advisory work, and corporate matters, gaining practical experience in legal research and case preparation.
Published commentary on Portuguese Golden Visa policy and immigration investment in one of Portugal's leading national newspapers.
Served in leadership roles representing the academic community, coordinating projects and legal initiatives.
Promoted innovation programmes, student engagement, and entrepreneurial initiatives within the academic environment.
Focus Areas
- Portuguese Golden Visa applications and investment-based residency
- Investment fund structuring and regulatory compliance
- Real estate acquisitions and due diligence for immigration
- D7 Passive Income Visa vs Golden Visa pathway analysis
- Golden Visa cost planning and fee structuring
- Portuguese residency and citizenship processes
- Corporate structuring and compliance for relocations
- Document preparation and representation in application and renewal stages
Articles Reviewed by David
David reviews Movingto's Golden Visa and investment immigration guides to ensure legal accuracy and alignment with current Portuguese regulations.