Getting the Portugal Golden Visa by investing in Madeira property is a popular option in 2022. But for those who don’t want to be restricted by location, there’s another interesting Golden Visa option available.
Compared to property investment, the Portugal Golden Visa investment funds route is a faster, less costly way to access residency in Portugal. With a minimum investment of €500,000, the investment funds route is directly comparable to the standard property route in Madeira – but without the hefty property taxes and legal fees.
Another advantage of the investment funds route is its speed. It’s much faster to put your money into a fund, rather than find the perfect property and go through the whole purchasing process. Your Golden Visa application can only be processed once the investment is in place, so it makes sense to lock this in as soon as possible.
Timing is also a major concern for those aiming for an eventual Portuguese passport. With a five-year timeline to citizenship, the sooner you get started, the faster you can access all those EU benefits – such as freedom of movement across 30 countries.
Once your investment is in place and you’ve secured your Golden Visa residency permit, you’re free to buy or rent property in Madeira, or anywhere else in Portugal. The investment funds route provides maximum flexibility – being very much a “set and forget” Golden Visa option.