WHO IT'S FOR · GOLDEN VISA
Who the Golden
Visa Is For
A solution for investors and entrepreneurs, with a transparent process and clear timelines. We take on all the paperwork and help you organize life, studies and business projects
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INVESTMENT · GOLDEN VISA
Investment options
from €500,000
Investment funds
Funds (excluding real estate), with a term of 5+ years. ≥60% of the portfolio in companies registered in Portugal
from €250,000
Donation · culture
Preserving Portugal's cultural heritage
from €500,000
Donation · science
Scientific research and development
10 jobs
Job creation
A new company with at least 10 full-time employees. No minimum investment threshold applies
from €500,000
Company + 5 jobs
A new company creating ≥5 jobs, or a capital increase in an existing one (5 new / 10 retained)
Not real estate
An important restriction
The investment cannot be directly or indirectly linked to real estate
ROUTES · GETTING RESIDENCY
Two ways to obtain residency
OPTION 1
Through an immigration visa
Get the visa at the consulate → arrive in Portugal → apply for residency. Your appointment is scheduled when the visa is issued (any visa type)
How it works
Arrive in Portugal on an immigration visa
Apply for residency once you're there
The AIMA appointment is scheduled when the visa is issued
OPTION 2 · SUITS THE GOLDEN VISA
Applying without a visa
Applying for residency from within Portugal without an immigration visa — available for certain residence-permit types, in particular the Golden Visa
Residence types without a visa
Golden Visa (investment-based)
Highly qualified professional
Family reunification, including with a citizen child
Studying in Portugal (including school pupils from 7th grade)
DOCUMENTS · CHECKLIST
What documents you need
IN PORTUGAL
Documents in Portugal
Tax number (NIF)
Account with a Portuguese bank
Investment agreement
Proof of source of funds
A full set of personal documents (passport, criminal record, insurance policy — per AIMA requirements)
IN YOUR COUNTRY OF CITIZENSHIP / RESIDENCE
Documents to prepare beforehand
Passport (all valid ones) + 2 photos
Criminal record certificate with apostille
Travel health insurance (from €30,000)
Documents on the source of funds (statements, contracts, income certificates)
Other documents as needed (marriage, children's birth, etc.)
ROADMAP · STAGES
From preparation
to Portuguese citizenship
We review every case individually, factoring in your country, investment type and family setup
1–4 months
Document preparation
NIF, bank account, proof of source of funds, choosing your investment and legal review
Investment
Making the investment
Executing the investment, confirming completion and legal support for the transaction
6–18 months
Residency application (AIMA)
Full package, in-person lawyer support and monitoring of processing deadlines
Residency → EU
Obtaining residency
A card for 2 years → renewal for 3 more. In time — an EU passport
"Portugal isn't just a move. It's a strategic decision that opens the door to stability, freedom and an EU passport for the whole family"
MARGARITA KURBANOVA · Managing Partner, Vesper Advisory
✦ Timelines are approximate and may vary depending on the workload of AIMA and the consulate
PRICING
Golden Visa support pricing
PRIMARY APPLICANT
€7,500
Full Golden Visa support · pay in one instalment or 50% / 50%
Selecting and structuring the investment
NIF + bank account in Portugal
Legal support for the investment transaction
Compiling the package and filing with AIMA
In-person lawyer support at filing
Status management up to the residence card
FAMILY MEMBERS
€2,500
Per family member · pay in one instalment or 50% / 50%
Full support for each family member
Family reunification paperwork
Legal support and filing with AIMA
Status management up to the residence card
Our commitment: a fixed price for Vesper's support, with no hidden fees for our services. Government fees, translations and third-party services are paid separately; we support you at every step
ADD-ONS
Additional services
AIMA government fee on submission
€7,800
Company registration government fee
€360
Bank account opening
€1,450
Residency renewal
€181.50
Family reunification (1 child)
€177.40
Citizenship government fee
€250
Translations
€20 / page
Notarization of translations
€20 / document
Apostille / duplicates
from €100
Company accountant
from €200/mo + VAT
Document delivery
€15
Driving licence exchange
€27
Powers of attorney and criminal-record and marital-status certificates are not included in the packages — they are paid separately
WHY IT PAYS OFF
An investment in your future
80+ hours
of time saved
We take on the bureaucracy, appointments and dealings with government offices for you
€3–7k
total investment
An investment in removing the hassle and clearing the red tape. The agency guides you from the first step to the result
99.2%
approved applications
Checklists, deadline tracking and pre-review of documents at every step
EU passport
Path to citizenship
The Golden Visa is a reliable path to permanent status and Portuguese citizenship
OFFICIALLY IN PORTUGAL SINCE 2019
Ready to start your
Golden Visa?
Experienced local lawyers and immigration consultants in Portugal. We handle the entire process — from first contact to residency and citizenship
CONTACTS
Mob / WhatsApp
+351 91 202 47 77Telegram
@vesperadvisoryAddress
Av. Engenheiro Adelino Amaro Da Costa, Edificio Central Office, nº189 E, escritorio 12, 2750-279 Cascais, Portugal
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