A Beautiful Way to Belong in Europe
Quiet power meets European freedom.
Portugal’s Golden Visa is one of the most respected residency-by-investment programs in the world — and Lisbon is where that path begins.
Whether you are looking for a long-term Plan B, a soft place to land, or a path toward EU citizenship, this page is your compass.
🧠What Is the Golden Visa?
Portugal’s Golden Visa offers you the right to live, work, and study in Portugal — with minimal residency requirements.
After 5 years, you can apply for permanent residency or EU citizenship — all while enjoying access to the Schengen Area and a high quality of life.
👤 Who Is It For?
This visa is ideal if you are:
- An investor or entrepreneur
- Seeking a second passport or EU foothold
- Spending most of your time abroad but want the option to stay
- Interested in long-term freedom — for you or your family
💶 What Are the Investment Options?
As of 2024, the most popular paths include:
- €500K investment in a Portuguese investment fund
- €250K donation to cultural or heritage projects
- €500K+ investment in specific innovation projects
Note: Real estate is no longer eligible. But if you are still looking to buy a home, explore our Homes section.
📅 Timeline & Process
Here is how the journey typically flows:
- Free consultation with a trusted local advisor
- Choose your investment path
- Submit your documents
- Biometrics appointment in Portugal
- Get your residence card
- Renew every 2 years (minimal stay required)
- Apply for EU citizenship or PR after 5 years
👉 Need a referral to a trusted advisor? Join the early access list.
✨ Why Lisbon.com?
Most visa sites feel noisy, opaque, or biased. We wanted to create something better.
We work with:
- Trusted local advisors
- Transparent consultants
- Calm design and curated tools
No pressure. No noise. Just clarity, trust, and a path forward.
📨 Want to Be Notified When the Full Guide Is Live?
We are preparing a detailed 2025 Golden Visa Guide — visual, honest, and curated by locals.
👉 Join the early access list here
📌 Final Note
We believe residency should feel empowering, not overwhelming.
If Lisbon is calling, this might be your quiet way in.
