YPT is your local partner
YPT Golden Visa & Investment assists in selecting the right investment for a Portugal Golden Visa application and provides a complete offer of services related to your application.
Under one single investment, the Portugal Golden Visa Program allows for the application of direct family members, and after 5 years, you can apply for Permanent Residence or Citizenship.
PORTUGAL GOLDEN VISA
Short stay
Spend only 14 days in Portugal for each 2 years
(7 days per year)
Family reunification
Include spouse, dependent children and senior parents under your investment
Multiple investment options and low thresholds
Several investment options, namely in private equity funds or properties
Visa free travel in EU Schengen countries
Visa free travel to more than 180 countries worldwide
Portuguese passport ranks Top 5 on the global mobility spectrum
Access to public service, such as health care and education
5 years to citizenship or permanent residence
After 5 years of Golden Visa, you can apply for permanent residence permit or citizenship
Live and work in any of the EU countries with Portugal Citizenship
Favourable tax regime
Non Habitual Resident (NHR) tax regime allows a 20% tax rate or total tax exclusion on income for the first 10 years, if you choose to live in Portugal 183+ days per year
INVEstment options
Investment of €500,000 in participation units of private equity funds eligible for golden visa
companies and job creation
Incorporation of a company with 5 jobs, investment of €500,000 and minimum 3Y investment period or creation of 10 jobs
support of artistic production
Recovery or maintenance of national cultural heritage, with a minimum of €250,000
capital transfer
Investment of €1,500,000 in bank deposit, public debt, securities, or other equity investment
research activities
Transfer of capital for research activities developed by institutions integrated in the national scientific and technological system with a minimum investment of €500,000.
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Initial consultation
Get an initial appointment with our team on your specific case to define the roadmap of your process
Investment options
Our team will source the possible investment options according to your requirements
Personal documents
We will guide you throughout the process of gathering all the necessary documentation for the whole process (bank account opening, NIF - Portuguese taxpayer number, legal, etc) and work with the lawyer to make sure all the documentation is certified and ready for submission
Bank account and NIF
We will introduce you to a bank manager for account opening and will apply for a Portuguese taxpayer number (NIF)
Make the investment
After you transfer the funds to your Portuguese account, you are ready to invest. The procedures may be different depending on the investment you chose
Online application
The lawyer will submit your application to the Foreigners and Borders Service (SEF) with all the necessary documents when you will be required to pay the government analysis fee
Biometrics
Following the initial approval from the SEF, an appointment will be scheduled to collect your biometric data (fingerprint, photo)
Approval and residence cards
Following the approval of your application, you will need to pay the card issuance fee to the Government. Once your residence cards are ready, we will collect them on your behalf and send them to you. Your Golden Visa residence permit will be valid for 5 years from the date shown on your initial card
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portugal golden visa timeline
Year 0
Year 1
Year 2
Year 3
Year 4
Year 5
Golden visa issued
Valid for 2 years
Residency permit needs to be renewed
Valid for 2 years
Residency permit needs to be renewed
Valid for 2 years
Application for permanent residency or citizenship, otherwise GV needs to be renewed in year 6
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Portugal ranks as the 3rd safest country in the world
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With an average of more than 300 sunny days a year, Lisbon is Europe's sunniest capital.
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Live and work in any of the EU countries.
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Visa-free travel in the Schengen area and to more than 180 countries worldwide
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Enjoy superb gastronomy and wines
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A happy and healthy population
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An attractive and stable business environment for all business fields
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Tax benefits encouraging foreign investment
YPT Golden Visa & Investment is a Portuguese boutique firm specializing in Golden Visa-related investments. We assist our Clients in selecting the best investment to obtain the Portugal Golden Visa (Residence by Investment) and provide local support throughout the process on an end-to-end basis.
Our team combines a strong track record in the financial sector with a legal background and expat life experience.
Through partnerships with high-profile local partners and in-house support and coordination, YPT can assist its Clients in selecting the best investments for their golden visa application and render all sorts of services concerning the Portuguese Golden Visa or relocation processes.
We have a team of professionals ready to assist our Clients 24/7, to ensure a smooth and successful experience with your Golden Visa application.
YPT works with a selected group of local partners in the most diverse fields to offer you a full range of top-quality services. Your success is our goal.
YPT partners include experienced and high-profile law firms with a strong track record in immigration law, specifically in Portuguese golden visas.
We have selected reputable asset management companies in Portugal to introduce you to a diverse and broad range of private equity funds with different investment strategies and risk profiles.
Our partnerships with high-profile real estate developers grant you access to exclusive opportunities, and our partnerships with high-profile real estate agencies allow us to source properties according to your requirements.
CONTACT US
Quick Access to Some Useful Websites
Immigration website
Justiça Online
Portal das Comunidades
Immigration Information Portal
Tax Office website
Portuguese Securities Market Commission
Public Registry website
Real Estate Tax Simulator