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Drawn by the low cost of living and attractive tax benefits, many Americans are now living in Portugal and find it the ideal place to live. The Golden Visa program is not about relocating, it creates future opportunities for families looking for either improved quality of life, access to better education or a safe haven from political instability. Portugal doesn’t charge tax on worldwide income.
Realwealth Co-Founder and Gateway Portugal Partner Kathy Fettke explains why
Citizenship is for sale
August will mark the third consecutive month that the dollar has risen, while the euro has dropped 6.6% respectively over the same period.
Thanks to EU regulations, Portugal has significantly stricter sanitary and animal welfare standards than the US. Locally grown produce is plentiful and low cost. Take advantage of wonderful climate and affordable European public transport and high-speed rail.
English is widely spoken in Portugal. Bestow an EU legacy for future generations.
The World Health Report for 2019 by the World Health Organisation awarded the Portuguese healthcare system number 12th in its ranking (USA ranks 37th).
The World Health Report for 2019 by the World Health Organisation awarded the Portuguese healthcare system number 12th in its ranking (USA ranks 37th).
50 %+ reduction in cost of living depending on lifestyle chosen. Property taxes in Portugal are less than 1% of the property value. For example, an apartment in Lisbon valued at €300,000 would be charged €2400 per annum.
According to research and the Global Peace Index, Portugal is ranked the 3rd safest country in the world thanks to low crime rates, lack of gun crime and a stable political scene.
A Golden Visa is a gateway to 27 member states. On top of that a European passport allows for visa free travel to over 150 countries. A Portuguese passport ranks the 4th most powerful in the world.
There are a variety of investment options available that are pre-qualified for the Portugal Golden Visa program.
The most cost-effective investment opportunities where the Developer is offering rental return. Some offer buy back options after 5 years.
These are refurbished apartments or suites in historic buildings. The Developer is offering a rental return. Some are offering buy back options and some are freehold.
Investing at this level allows you to avail of the Golden Visa while owning property in the most popular areas of Portugal. Some developers are offering a Guaranteed return
Yes. After five years of maintaining your investment in Portugal, you can apply for a permanent residency permit or citizenship.
Yes, with the Golden Visa you can secure dual citizenship.
The application itself is submitted online, but you need to travel to Portugal for biometrics after your application is accepted.
The Portugal Golden Visa processing times usually takes between three and six months.
Yes. You can bring your spouse, as well as your kids (if they are younger than 18 at the time of application or enrolled in studies and being supported by you).
On the 3rd November, 2022, the Prime Minister of Portugal, announced that several visa schemes within the country are being re-evaluated. At the same time he highlighted the continued success of the schemes in attracting investors to Portugal.
If changes are made to the scheme, the change of legislation required, typically takes some time to come into effect. The last change took 18 months and people already in the scheme were not affected, as the application is protected under law. The Golden Visa scheme continues to operate as usual.
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