Portugal – D7 Visa

€20,000+

Required Investment

2-3 months

Time to Residency

Yes

Travel to Schengen Zone

Portugal’s warm and pleasant weather throughout the year makes it an attractive place to live. From its beaches to mountains, serene streets, and secure surroundings, the country offers high-quality living standards. The continued economic and political stability creates a safe environment for residents looking to open businesses or create a safe future.

The Portugal D7 Visa is also known as Retirement or Passive Income Visa. First introduced in 2007, the visa gives individuals with passive income, in retirement, or dividends an option to settle in Portugal. Legislation introduced the visa under Article 58, paragraph 1 of Law no. 23/2007 of 4 July and article 24 d) of Regulatory Decree no. 84/2007 of 5 November.

Portugal’s warm and pleasant weather throughout the year makes it an attractive place to live. From its beaches to mountains, serene streets, and secure surroundings, the country offers high-quality living standards. The continued economic and political stability creates a safe environment for residents looking to open businesses or create a safe future.

The Portugal D7 Visa is also known as Retirement or Passive Income Visa. First introduced in 2007, the visa gives individuals with passive income, in retirement, or dividends an option to settle in Portugal. Legislation introduced the visa under Article 58, paragraph 1 of Law no. 23/2007 of 4 July and article 24 d) of Regulatory Decree no. 84/2007 of 5 November.

Quick Facts

Population

>10,000,000

Capital

Lisbon

Currency

Euro

Total Area

92,212km2

Visa Free Countries

190+

Language

Portuguese

Portugal Residency Benefits

Obtaining a permanent residency in Portugal will open new opportunities to the investor and transform their life.

A Path to EU Citizenship

A Portugal Golden Visa allows the investor to apply for a permanent residency or Portuguese citizenship after 5 years. This is one of the quickest paths toward European citizenship through an investment program.

A ‘Safe Haven’ for your family

Portugal enjoys a politically stable climate with a growing economy. As an investor, you and your family are not obligated to live in Portugal, but have the possibility to live there whenever you need to. 

Global Business Opportunities
New Business Opportunities

For business owners looking to expand into the European market, a Portugal residency will create new opportunities. As a Golden Visa holder, you can register a business in Portugal and access the European Union as a market.

Live and Work in the European Union

Given its member status in the European Union and the Schengen Zone, Portugal is part of the vast network of countries in Europe that allow free travel without borders in the Union. Traveling inside the EU can be incredibly difficult and frustrating for foreigners. With a golden visa to Portugal you have the opportunity to travel freely through the EU.

Access to World-Class Healthcare

Portugal has ranked as one of the best countries for patient care and medical services innovation globally. As a permanent resident of the country, you and your family will have access to great healthcare. Additionally, public education in Portugal is incredibly strong and can provide great opportunities if you plan to have children in the future.

Why Portugal

Portugal has a strong cultural history with a solid presence and position on the world stage. With a D7 visa in Portugal, you can enjoy a calm country to retreat to with all the benefits of being a resident in the European Union. The rules for the program are straightforward and can lead to citizenship in Portugal within 5 years.

Investment Options
and Other Fees*

Portugal’s D7 visa offers a straightforward investment pathway which we break down below

*Please note that the below prices are not inclusive of miscellaneous government fees and a legal management fee calculated on a case-by-case basis. Prices are subject to change based on government regulations. Please contact one of our advisors for a personalized quote.

Minimum Investment
€20,000+

Portugal’s D7 Visa requires the applicant to have passive income and rent or purchase a property in Portugal. You will need to live in the country for 16 months during the first 2 years. Otherwise, the government may invalidate your residence permit. Passive income can come from retirement payments, passive income sources, or dividends. 

In order to qualify for the visa, a single applicant will need at least €9,840/year. If you intend to apply with a spouse, an additional €4,230/year are required. Dependent children will require €2,538/year more passive income per child.

Eligibility Criteria

In order to qualify to apply for a D7 Visa, applicants must have:

  • Clean Criminal Record 
  • Valid Passport (with a minimum validity of six months) 
  • National Identity documents from Country of Birth or Country of Residence 
  • Birth Certificates 
  • Proof of passive income

Eligible Dependents that you can include in a family reunion application are:

  • Spouse/Partner
  • Child under 18
  • Incapacitated Child
  • Unmarried Student
  • Dependent Child
  • Dependent Parent
  • Sibling under 18

Restrictions: All Nationalities are eligible to apply for Portugal D7 Visa.

The Process

Free Consultation
(30-60 minutes)
Book a free consultation with one of our client advisors to discuss your fit the Portugal D7 visa.
Vancis Capital’s Due
Diligence (1 day)
Prior to signing any paperwork, our due diligence team will evaluate your ability to qualify for the program. All we require is your passport and one working day. If there are no issues, we will send you a client engagement letter.
Collection of Documents
Before submitting your application to SEF (Serviço de Estrangeiros e Fronteiras), Portuguese Immigration and Borders Service, our local partners work with you to obtain a Tax Payer number and open a bank account.
Buy or Rent a Property
In order to obtain the proof of residence in Portugal you will need to rent or buy a property. Depending on your preference, we advise on the appropriate options.
Submission of Documents
Once we have completed all requirements, we will submit your application to the Portuguese Immigration and Borders Service. Upon submission you are required to pay the applicable submission fee.
Receive a Temporary Visa
If the Portuguese Immigration and Borders Service approves your application, you will receive a temporary residency visa that will allow you to enter Portugal.
Receive Residency Permit
Once you have entered Portugal you need to make an appointment with SEF for biometric data collection. After that you will receive your temporary residency permit valid for two years. The permit can be renewed and you will be eligible to apply for Portuguese citizenship after 5 years.

Take charge of your future with our expert advisors

Get in touch to discuss how we can help you with your citizenship or residency by investment goals. One of our investment migration experts will contact you to discuss your case. With over 16 years of combined experience our team has helped hundreds of families achieve freedom.