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Golden Visa
What we offer

Elegibility
To be eligible for the Portuguese Golden Visa, applicants must be non-EU, non-EEA, and non-Swiss citizens who make a qualifying investment in Portugal.
Benefits
Benefits
- You do not really need to move to Portugal to maintain the residency permit!
- Portugal's Residence by Investment Visa Program only requires 14 days in each two-year period.
- This program applies to the entire family. Since day one the whole family can live, work and study in Portugal and travel and live for several months in any of the other 26 European countries.
- After only 5 years, the investor and his/her entire family can apply for permanent residency and for dual citizenship which is one of the quickest in Europe! This means total freedom of living, working, and studying not only in Portugal but in the entire EU and visa free access to 188 countries.
- Affordable investment options - The investment in Funds is €500k and Art and Cultural Heritage, €200k in low density area projects.
- The Residence by Investment Program is also a viable alternative for people who are looking to have a Plan B.
- It's an opportunity to have a safety net for the whole family in case of uncertainties or crisis within their country of origin (civil unrest, political instability etc). It offers access to a very safe and secure environment to live in, a high quality of life, stability and a rich culture, as well as access to an international standard of education and health care facilities.
Requirements
Requirements
- Open a personal bank account and NIF in Portugal
- Compile personal documents for the main applicant and his/her dependents.
- Have a clean criminal record.
- Choose the investment and make the payment (ensure the funds for the investment arrive from outside of Portugal)
- Submission of all documents for validation.
- Attend the appointment scheduled by the Immigration office (AIMA) in Portugal for the biometrics to be taken and for submission of the original documents.
- Receive a temporary resident card valid for two years which will be renewed thereafter twice, for another two years.
- On completion of the 5th year counting from the submission date , apply for permanent residence and / or Portuguese citizenship.
Investment routes
Investment routes
- Investment Funds - Venture Capital Funds
Transfer of €500,000.00 to an existing portuguese non real estate investment or venture capital fund with a minimum maturity of five years. At least 60% of the investments must be in Portuguese commercial companies based in Portugal.
- Art and cultural heritage - Donation
A non-refundable charitable contribution to preserve portuguese cultural heritage. It requires a €200,000.00 (low density areas) or a €250,000.00 (high density areas) investment in artistic production, national cultural heritage maintenance.
- Research activities - Capital investment
It requires a € 500,000.00 investment in research activities of public or private entities that are part of the national scientific and technological system or € 400,000.00 in a low population density area.
- Job creation
Creation of a minimum of ten new jobs or eight new jobs if in a low population density area.
- Incorporation of a commercial company
It requires a €500,000.00 investment in the incorporation of a commercial company with registered office in Portugal, creating five jobs for at least 3 years.
Additional services
Tax advisement
Expert guidance on optimizing your tax obligations in Portugal.
Investment advisement
Expert guidance for your investment opportunities, in Funds and Arts.
Property search
Professional help in finding and securing your ideal property in Portugal.
Concierge services
Personalized support to ease your transition to Portugal.
Legal assistance
Comprehensive legal support for all your immigration and residency needs.
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Strategic Partnership Enables IRA/401k Rollovers for Golden Visa Investments in Portugal
Strategic Partnership Enables IRA/401k Rollovers for Golden Visa Investments in Portugal
We are excited to announce a strategic partnership with a prominent provider of self-managed retirement accounts in the US. This collaboration enables access to rollover funds from retirement accounts, such as IRA/401k, for investment in Golden Visa-eligible funds in Portugal.
Other programs
D7 Visa
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D8 Visa
If you are a Digital Nomad employed by a company outside Portugal or are self-employed with clients outside Portugal, you might be eligible for a D8 visa.
D2 Visa
If you are a entrepreneur or freelancer looking to establish or expand your business in Portugal, this might be the visa for you.
Why choose us?
At SjF Immigration & Investments, we stand out as your premier choice due to our unique blend of personalized, tailor-made solutions and comprehensive services. As a one-stop shop, we offer everything from immigration assistance to tax advice and concierge support. Our client-centric approach means we build personal relationships, providing expert guidance tailored to your specific needs. Our commitment to excellence guarantees that you receive the highest quality service. Choose SjF for expert assistance.
What our clients say
S. Khan, Pakistan
"Immigration processes can be tiresome, problematic and time consuming if not well understood. Need to collect different kinds of documentation and having process steps executed on the right is crucial to any successful application.
I was recommended to SJF by a close acquaintance and feel blessed to have SJF with me to guide at each and every step throughout the visa process. SJF staff is very knowledgeable and will stay in close contact with their clients at different stages of the application process.
SJF team assisted me through all our doubts and questions very professionally and efficiently. SFJ team is always transparent and go out all the way to protect client interests; with SJF team around one always get the comforting feeling of having a safety net around you.
I am happy to recommend SJF to anyone who is looking for Portuguese Immigration services and wish them a lot of success in the future."