Portugal

Portugal investment funds has gained spotlight after the government closed the real estate purchase for golden visas. Unlike real estate which is a straightforward purchase, new investors may find it difficult to understand how the investment fund works, fees, returns and risks associated with the fund. What are they? Portuguese investment funds for company capitalization…

We are sharing the update on latest developments in Portugal with immigration and nationality and current outlook.. Government Actions on Immigration Control and Backlogs  The current Portuguese government has successfully tackled illegal immigration control and made significant progress in reviewing 440,000 applications under the “Manifestation of Interest” program by reallocating AIMA staff. Additionally, a new…

The New Government in Portugal, although a minority in Parliament, is pursuing significant reforms across several sectors, including Immigration and nationality law changes in Portugal. So far, these proposed changes have failed progressing, sparked controversy and debate in Portugal, amid concerns expressed by notable persons, associations, law firms and foreign residents in Portugal. Immigration –…

Portugal’s hospitality sector is an important growing market, backed by foreign tourists and investor interest via golden visas, contributing significantly to the national economy. The hospitality sector witnessed impressive growth rebounding from post pandemic levels, covering 1/3 of commercial real estate investments. destinations like Lisbon, Porto, and the Algarve remained strongholds of growth, there was…

The change in the proposed law on nationality and family reunification for foreigners in Portugal has been postponed until October. Chega said on Wednesday that the government intends to postpone the final approval of the revision of the nationality law until October, prioritising the process to remedy the unconstitutionalities pointed out by the Constitutional Court…

The Portugal Horizon investment fund is a unique open ended fund that comes with key benefits and previleges. The distinct features of the fund are as follows The Horizon Digital Assets Fund Horizon is among only few Open Ended Fund in the market (considering most are closed end fund), offering Monthly Subscriptions and Redemptions, only…

Government Loss on the Constitutional Court is a positive development for the Golden Visa Program The government’s loss means the proposed immigration amendments, such as delaying family reunification and extending immigration case deadlines, were ruled unconstitutional and cannot be implemented as planned. This protects the right to timely family reunification for immigrants, preventing tighter restrictions…

The Portuguese passport has been ranked as fourth powerful passport in the World according to Henley Index 2025. The Portuguese citizens enjoyed visa free privileges to 188 destinations in the World. Portugal boasts of rich history, lively culture, stunning beaches with idyllic country side. Consistent Top Spot While EU passports dominated top spots, the Portuguese…

In a major blow to Government’s curbing restrictions on Immigration, Portugal’s President Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa has vetoed the immigration bill and sent back to Assembly without promulgation. This has given more breathing space and time for foreigners in Portugal Unconstitutional The Constitutional Court announced this Friday that it has rejected five provisions of the…

The Portuguese government has put forward sweeping changes to the country’s nationality laws that would fundamentally alter the path to citizenship for residents. Government Proposal: A Major Shift in Nationality Rules Under the proposed reforms announced on June 23, 2025, the residency requirement for naturalization would double from the current 5 years to 10 years…