Portugal Golden Visa is the most sought-after residency by investment programs in Europe, offering an accelerated pathway to permanent residency in Portugal. The program was first launched in 2012 to encourage foreign investment and fuel the Portuguese economy. Since then, over 10,000 families have made Portugal their new home. The Golden visa pathway permits foreign nationals to get permanent residency, eventually leading to citizenship.

Initially, the permit allows a non-EU national to live and work in Portugal. Additionally, investors can travel within the Schengen area and enjoy visa-free access to 186 countries (only after getting a Portuguese passport). The visa pathway is an excellent residency scheme