Are there any nationality restrictions for applying for the Golden Visa?

There are no nationality restrictions for the Golden Visa program, open to individuals meeting eligibility criteria set by the respective country.

The Golden Visa program in Portugal does not impose nationality restrictions; it is open to citizens of any country. However, applicants must meet certain eligibility criteria, including making a qualifying investment and complying with the program’s legal requirements. The key criteria generally include:

  1. Investment Requirement: Meeting the minimum investment amount specified by the program, which can be in real estate, capital investment, or job creation.

  2. Criminal Record Check: Providing a clean criminal record certificate from your country of origin and any other country where you have resided for over one year in the past five years.

  3. Health Insurance: Having valid health insurance coverage in Portugal.

  4. Proof of Legal Status: For non-EU citizens, demonstrating legal residency status in their current country of residence if applicable.

There are no specific nationality-based restrictions, but applicants must adhere to the general eligibility and documentation requirements.