Portugal Cultural Investment Program
Overview
The Portugal Cultural Investment program allows investors to obtain Portuguese residency, and potentially citizenship, by contributing financially to projects that preserve and enhance Portugal's rich cultural legacy. Applicants are required to invest a minimum of €250,000 in projects that are approved by the Portuguese Ministry of Culture and can range from restoration of historic buildings to supporting cultural activities and artistic productions. At the end of the program, applicants are eligible to apply for Portuguese Permanent Residency, and/or Portuguese Citizenship
Investment
€250,000 (or €200,000 in low-density areas)
Processing Time
Up to 24 months for approval and issuance of residency card
Program Requirements
To apply for the Portugal Cultural Investment Program, applicants must:
Be a non-EU/EEA/Swiss national
Be at least 18 years old
Have no criminal record
Make and maintain a qualified investment for five years
Spend a minimum of 7 days in Portugal for the first year, then no less than 14 days for each subsequent two-year period
Key Benefits
Path to Citizenship
Citizenship can be granted 5 years after the date of the residence application submission
No Management
required from the investor
Healthcare & Education
Access to top-tier medical services and prestigious educational institutions.
Quality of Life
Ranked 7th for safety, Portugal blends a rich heritage with a pleasant climate
Application Process
1. Client Onboarding
2. Investment
3. File preparation & Submission
4. Pre-approval & Biometrics Collection
5. Residence title
6. Eligibility for Citizenship
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