Over the past few years, Portugal’s Golden Visa program has changed a lot, and so have investors’ strategies. While real estate used to be the main choice, more applicants are now opting for investment funds as their way to get Portuguese residency. This shift isn’t just a fad — it’s a smart move influenced by…
A wave of citywide protests in Lisbon and across Southern Europe indicates growing concern about the negative effects of short-term rentals and Golden Visa investors on local housing markets. In Lisbon, activists are calling for a referendum to ban tourist rentals in residential buildings, responding to rising housing costs and pressure on long-term rentals. This…
Portugal’s Golden Visa program is experiencing a remarkable 72% surge in new applications in early 2025 compared to the same period last year – a clear and compelling signal of renewed investor confidence following significant, well-publicized reforms. Concurrently, the Portuguese government is finalizing a new, highly attractive tax-incentive model strategically aimed at attracting high-potential investors…
