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Golden Visa – Residence Permit / Portugal Passport

What Are The Required Documents?

How to Obtain Golden Visa and European Passport (Portugal)

To request the Golden Residence Permit you need to submit your application to Portuguese Immigration Service (SEF). It must be done with appointment and with fully complete application form and legal documents:

• Passport or travel document with a validity of at least three months;
• Valid Schengen visa, or a short term visa – In order for the Residence Permit to be granted, non EU citizens must regularize their stay in Portugal, within 90 days of their first entry into the country. A short term visa – Schengen visa, may be issued by the Portu- guese consulate in the country of origin.
• Proof of legal entry and stay in Portugal is mandatory;
• Police Clearance Report of the country of origin or of the country where the applicant has resided for more than one year, duly recognized by the Portuguese authorities (authentication by the Portuguese consulate or apostille) (Required for all applicants over 16 years old);
• Sworn statement by the foreign national, attesting that the same will comply with the minimum quantitative and time require- ments regarding the investment activity in Portugal;
• Declaration issued by the Portuguese Tax Authorities and social security attesting the in-existence of any debts of the foreign national to the said entities;
• Proof of one of the 3 (three) types of investment

The Program

Golden Visa – Residence Permit / Portugal Passport

What Is The Usual Process?

1. Meeting in our Dubai Office

• Golden Visa Consultancy
• Support on documents preparation
• Portugal trip planning

2. Obtain Schengen Visa

• Fill Schengen Visa Application
• Schedule an Interview at closest consulate or embassy

3. Schedule the Trip dates in Portugal

• Advise exact traveling dates

4. Arrive in Portugal

• Our local team will pick you up at the airport
• Help you to make Check in at your hotel
• Take you for Formalities (POA, Tax Number)
• Help you to Open a Bank Account with referred Account Managers

5. Visit 2-3 Days of Real Estate

• Show you different type of properties
• Show you different locations
• All properties with management / fact sheet / return on investment calculation / Gross value

6. Help you sign the initial contract of each property

• Make a down payment - Deposit to Secure Property
• Check Records of Property
• Schedule the Official Property Transfer – Public Deed

7. Make the Visa Application

• Prepare all documentation to be delivered
• Visit Imigration Office for biometrics and finger prints

8. Application Approval

• Once application is approved, we will ask you to prepare the payment for Immigration Authorities to get cards printing

The Program

Golden Visa – Residence Permit / Portugal Passport

1. 3 Up To 12 Weeks To Get A Schengen Visa
2. 4 Days Up To 1 Week In Portugal For Open Bank Account And Select Investment
3. 2-10 Weeks To Organize Finantial Assets
4. 1-2 Weeks To Officially Transfer Property Records
5. Book Second Trip To Portugal For Biometrics And Fingerprints
6. 1-2 Weeks To Complete Documentation File
7. 20-24 Weeks To Get Residence Permit Cards

Please note the schedule of the payments:

25% of Legal Fees before the trip to Portugal Payment of Real Estate Deposit - Buying Contract. Payment of Real Estate Remaining Value - When registering the Properties in your Name. Payment of Public Notary Fees - When registering the Properties. Payment of IMT Tax and Stamp Tax (1 -6,5% + 0,8%) Before property registration Payment of Government Fees when Applying for Residence Permit 25% of the Legal Fees when submitting the application 50% of the Legal Fees on Residence Permit Cards delivery

The Program

Golden Visa – Residence Permit / Portugal Passport

Property Tax In Portugal:

Example for 500.000 Euro Property purchase:

Property Value 500.000 Euro. Transfer Tax (500.000 Euro x 8% - 11035.25 Euro) = 28,964,75 Euro

Stamp Tax = 500.000 Euro x 0,008 = 4.000 Euro

Example for 350.000 Euro Property purchase:

Property Value 350.000 Euro. Transfer Tax (350.000 Euro x 8% - 11035.25 Euro) = 16,964,75 Euro

Stamp Tax = 350.000 Euro x 0,008 = 2,800 Euro

Example for 280.000 Euro Property purchase:

Property Value 280.000 Euro. Transfer Tax (280.000 Euro x 7% - 8,163,12 Euro) = 11,436,88 Euro Stamp Tax = 280.000 Euro x 0,008 = 2,240 Euro

The Program

Golden Visa – Residence Permit / Portugal Passport

Government Fees

Main Investor:

• Analysis fee for SEF – 520,40€ (for the government to check all the documents and approve)
• After the SEF approval for the documents the investor need's to pay 5.202,60€ to be issued the residence card;

For each family member:

• Analysis fee - 108,20 €
• After the SEF approval for the documents each family member has to pay 5.202,60€ to be issued the residence card;

After the first year, renewal every 2 years (does not have a limit):

• Investor pays - 2.601,30€
• For each family member - 2.601,30€ Citizenship Scenario: Renewals are made after 1+2+2 years (3 renewals)
• All renewals have the duration of 2 years and will cost the same as before.

Legal Fees:

• Investor - 10.000€
• Each family members - 2.500€
• Renewals (each member and investor) - 1.500€

Frequently Asked Questions?

Which Family Members Can Join Main Investor In The Application?

Only direct dependents such as, parents, sons, grandparents, grand- child's, parents in law. Cousins and Aunts will not be considered.

Who Is Considered Dependent?

All minors (under 18 years old) (do not have to be in Portugal)

All single (unmarried) adults that are studying on a Full time basis and without a source of income.

Which Nationality Can Not Apply For This Program?

All nations are considered to apply for this Residence Permit, with exception to EU Citizens.

Is There Any Limit Of Visa Approved Per Year?

No. There is no limit of number of Residence Permit, that can be issued under this regulations.

Can I Get Citizenship / Passport After 6 Years?

To get the Passport after 6 years you need to apply for nationality and pass a multiple choice basic Portuguese language test.

All persons joining the main applicant can apply for nationality after 6 years.

Can I Work In Portugal With This Visa?

Yes they can work, live and study in Portugal as a regular citizen.

Do They Need To Pay Taxes On Global Earnings After Getting This Visa?

If you spend over 183 days per year in Portugal you have to declare their global earnings and pay taxes following our IRS Tax Rate. If you do not spend over 183 days per year are considered as non-resident and only the income with origin in Portugal needs to be declared and pay taxes. You can also use the double taxation agreements with your country of residence to clear the exact tax rate.

Real Estate In Portugal – Frequently Asked Questions:

How Much Is Expected To Increase Price Level?

10 - 15% increase per year in Average in main cities

4 – 10% increase per year in Average in regions outside main cities

How Much Is Expected To Get In Rentals Return?

2-5% on average for Long Term Rentals

7-12% on average for Short Term Rentals

How Much Is A Regular Annual Tax?

Client usually have to pay a Management Fee of 50-120 Euro per Month (1000 Euro / Year)

Annual Tax is approximately 0.2% of Property Acquisition Value. Varies accord- ing to Tax Department Evaluation and Local Tax Level (1000 euro / Year)

PT Golden Visa Services:

We offer the full service from the beginning to the end of the Golden Visa process.

1. Consultancy on Golden Visa Program in Dubai
2. Support on all documents preparation in Dubai
3. Define Agenda and Logistic support on the Trip to Portugal
4. Prepare all Residence Permit Application
5. Check and Submit the Residence Permit Application
6. Accompany you during your Real Estate visits
7. Advise about Real Estate opportunities
8. Help in the negotiation with Real Estate Developers
9. Check the Property Records of Selected Properties
10. Make the Sale Agreement between you and the developer
11. Be present at Public Deed (Property Records Transfer)
12. Accompany you to Submit Finger Print and Official Pictures in Government Facilities
13. Help you to open a Portuguese Bank Account
14. Open your Tax Personal Number for all Applicants
15. Be your Local Tax Representative
16. Get your Residence Permit approved
17. Collect your Residence Permit Cards and Deliver them to you
18. Manage your Property (30% commission on rental income value)
19. Make your annual Tax return
20. Solve all your property problems
21. Make sure you get your rental income
22. Renew your Residence Permit
23. Make the application for citizenship

Our Group Services:

• Real Estate Advisory
• Real Estate Tour
• PTGVI, Lda:
         Real Estate Consultant License
         AMI: 12717 APEMIP Member
         License: 5388
• The submission and renewal of “Golden Resident Permit”
• Legal Advisory Services (per- sonal and/or corporate pres- ence in Portugal)
• Banking Services (Liaising with banks)
• Consulting (Liaising with the Portuguese Authorities)
• Accounting Services
• Banking Services
• Company Formation & Domi- ciliation Services
• Company Management, Secretarial and Compliance
• Property Management in Long or Short Rental basis