Portugal Golden Visa for non-EU residents
Plan your move with confidence, Structured Residency, Tax & Wealth Planning
Whether you are considering a permanent relocation, securing a European foothold, or creating future optionality, the Portugal Golden Visa offers a flexible and credible solution for international investors.
Planning a move to Portugal is a strategic decision, one that directly impacts your residency, tax position, and long-term wealth planning.
The Portugal Golden Visa is designed for flexibility, offering a fast and efficient route to EU residency with minimal stay requirements. It is particularly suited to non-EU individuals who want to secure residency without relocating full-time.
Through a qualifying investment, you can establish your residency position while maintaining your current lifestyle and global commitments.
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End to end step with Dixcart – A structured, end-to-end approach with Dixcart
Relocating is not just about lifestyle—it requires careful management across tax, residency, and asset structuring. Without the right plan in place early, risks increase and opportunities can be missed.
Dixcart supports you at every stage, including:
- Residency and immigration advice Personal tax planning and coordination with international advisers
- Pre-relocation structuring of assets and investments
- Property acquisition support
- Family office and governance advisory
We ensure your move is efficient, compliant, and fully aligned with your long-term objectives, whether Portugal becomes your primary home or a strategic second residence.
Request a private consultation to confirm your eligibility and begin your Golden Visa application
Portuguese Visa Routes
The Golden Visa remains one of the most attractive options for non-EU individuals seeking residency with minimal physical presence.
The programme offers a legal route to Portuguese residency through qualifying investments, while requiring only limited time spent in the country—making it particularly well suited to individuals with global commitments.
Key Benefits:
- Portuguese residency through approved investment routes
- Minimal physical presence requirements (averaging a small number of days per year)
- Eligibility to include immediate family members in a single application
- Visa‑free travel within the Schengen Area
- Pathway to long-term residency and potential citizenship
Recent reforms have shifted the focus toward regulated fund-based investment, aligning with long-term planning strategies.
A good residence option for non-EU citizens who want to relocate to Portugal.
What do you need to do to apply for the D7 Visa?
There are 3 steps,
- The first step is to obtain a Portuguese tax number and open a bank account at a Portuguese bank
- The second step is to secure long-term accommodation in Portugal
- The third step is to submit an online application for an interview with the Portuguese Consulate, in your country of residence
A Premier Pathway to European Expansion, requirements include the following:
- Be a non-EU national
- Have sufficient funds to support yourself during your stay in Portugal – a deposit of the minimum monthly Portuguese salary of €920 in 2026, multiplied by twelve is mandatory to present to the Portuguese Immigration Authorities (i.e., €11,040)
- Incorporate a Portuguese (or Madeiran) company or being an independent professional
- Hold a clean criminal record
- Residing for more than 183 consecutive days in Portugal (or not be absent from Portugal for more than 8 non-consecutive months during the validity of the residence permit)
- Show proof of accommodation in Portugal for at least 12 months
- Becoming a tax resident in Portugal
The digital nomad visa allows remote workers or self-employed individuals to pursue their profession in Portugal, enjoying all of the quality of life that Portugal has to offer.
The Digital Nomad Visa offers good residency options for non-EU digital nomads who either want to work remotely while living in Portugal for one year or wish to make Portugal a permanent residency. It is also relevant for individuals applying for a residency permit and following the path for Portuguese citizenship or, alternatively, applying for the Portuguese Permanent Resident Permit.
A deposit of the minimum monthly Portuguese salary of €920 in 2026, multiplied by twelve (the minimum stay period) is mandatory, to present to the Portuguese Immigration Authorities (i.e., €11,040).
Taxation in Portugal
To ensure a smooth transition, it is crucial to consider the tax implications before relocating to Portugal. Tax compliance is not only essential for peace of mind but also a necessity.
- Portugal operates a residency-based tax system
- Worldwide income may become taxable
- Cross-border considerations (e.g. US/UK) require careful coordination
Early planning ensures:
- Compliance
- Efficiency
- Optimisation of available structures
Why Dixcart?
Dixcart is a long-established, family-owned firm with a strong international presence.
- Offices in Lisbon and Madeira, supported globally
- Deep experience in cross-border structuring
- Collaborative approach with your legal and tax advisers
- Long-term, governance-led advisory not transactional
Our focus is simple: clarity, confidence, and a well-structured transition from day one.
Ready to Move Forward?
If you are actively considering relocating or applying for the Portugal Golden Visa, now is the time to act.
Speak to Dixcart Portugal to explore whether Portugal is the right fit for you and your family and how residency options can support your long-term goals.
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Speak to Dixcart Portugal to explore whether Portugal is the right fit for you and your family, and how the Golden Visa or alternative residency routes may support your long‑term objectives.
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