Destination Algarve

The Algarve is and has always been a haven for those looking for world class golf courses and beaches. The tranquillity, safety and the 2 hour flight proximity to most European capitals makes this a great spot to holiday and run your international business.

Step by step

The following Algarve Golden Visa Process is a guide to the application procedure for the golden visa programme in Portugal. It is meant as a step by step practical guideline for clients using real estate services and does not serve as a full legal guide. Details may change from time to time so you may contact us for updates.

Prior to any application, the applicant and their family when applying for the golden visa needs to have sufficient investment in real estate. That is €500,000 per applicant. Subject to making the required investment and meeting the programme criteria below, applicants will be granted theresidency visa.

Speak to us

Consult with us as to your eligibility and suitability for the golden visa programme in the Algarve. Our advice is for those clients looking to use our services.

We will advise on the Algarve Golden Visa Process fitted for your family structure, country of residency, financing and other circumstances. No two families are the same but we have experienced and dealt with various situations.

Before you fly

We will help plan your visit and where necessary obtain an invitation letter to Portugal so you can obtain a Schengen visa. Please note that in all circumstances we require evidence of sufficient funds (€500,000) for the Golden Visa Process.

We will also advise on the most appropriate areas and real estate investments to suit your needs. Lifestyle, rental, intended usage, capital growth, business and travel needs can play a part in this Algarve Golden Visa Process.

First visit

During your first visit to the Algarve you will essentially need to do the following before you pick up your golf clubs:

Visit and view properties chosen by us and our trusted real estate agent
Meet with our lawyer and grant a Power of Attorney (POA)
Open a local bank account
Visit immigration for biometrics (photo and thumb prints)

We will take care of all the arrangements and accompany you. With local in-situ experience and dealing purely with international real estate investors just like you both in the procurement and hand-over of completed and sometimes fully furnished luxury properties. We have built a network of people we have worked with and are now trusted partners including financial institutions, developers, agents and lawyers to help ensure a smooth process for your visit and property investment.

Back home

On returning home you will need to make a transfer of deposit to secure the property if this was not done during your visit to the Algarve. Completion of the property typically takes 2 to 3 months. Your lawyer can undertake this in full in your absence.

The requirements for the investor visa are: