Portugal Immigration News
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Portugal's August 2023 Golden Visa Data Released
Recently, the Portuguese Immigration and Borders Service (SEF) announced the Golden Visa data for August 2023. In August 2023, a total of 64 main applicants and 72 dependent applicants were approved for the Portuguese Golden Visa, with an investment amount of 32.83 million euros. Among them, there were 12 main applicants from the United States, ranking first, followed by China (9), Brazil (8), Russia (6), and Turkey (5).
New Developments Following the Suspension of Changes to the Portugal Golden Visa
Latest news: The Portuguese Parliament will re-examine the housing measures decree vetoed by the President of the Republic on September 21, which includes the termination of the Golden Visa. It is also planned to resume the bi-weekly debate with the President on the 27th of the same month, with the President scheduled to attend the parliamentary session for discussion on September 27. The new bill is expected to be promulgated and implemented in early October. For those intending to immigrate to Portugal, they should seize the current opportunity to obtain residency through property investment...
Portugal Golden Visa Data for July 2023 Released
Recently, the Portuguese Immigration and Borders Service (SEF) released the Golden Visa data for July 2023. In July 2023, a total of 101 main applicants and 169 dependent applicants were approved for the Portuguese Golden Visa, with a total investment of 57.22 million euros. Among them, 16 main applicants were from the United States, ranking first, followed by the Philippines (13), the United Kingdom (10), Brazil (9), and South Africa (9).
New Global Ranking of Best Countries for Retirement: Portugal Takes First Place
Recently, the U.S. magazine International Living released its 2023 ranking of the best countries for retirement, with Portugal ranking first.
Practical Case Study! A Visas Consulting Group Client Successfully Transitions to an EU Passport via the Portugal Golden Visa
Currently, among EU countries, Portugal has one of the lowest thresholds for naturalization. The Portugal Golden Residence Permit Program offers investors an excellent opportunity to conveniently obtain an EU passport. Recently, Visas Consulting Group's Portugal immigration program received major good news! We successfully assisted a client in navigating the Portugal Golden Residence Visa process to obtain a Portuguese passport, which is an EU passport. Visas Consulting Group has become one of the few immigration agencies in the industry to possess such a practical case...
Major News! Portugal Golden Visa Policy Change Postponed
On August 21, 2023 (local time), the President of Portugal vetoed the draft bill regarding the "adjustment of the Golden Residence Permit program." The relevant proposal will undergo further discussion and revision before being resubmitted for presidential signature. Consequently, the current Portuguese Golden Residence Permit program will remain in effect until the new legislation is introduced, which is expected in early October. This means that the policy for applying for a Portuguese Golden Residence Visa through real estate investment remains valid...
Breaking News! New Updates on Portugal Golden Visa Policy Changes
Breaking News! New Updates on Portugal Golden Visa Policy Changes
Portugal Golden Visa Data for June 2023 Released
Recently, the Portuguese Immigration and Borders Service (SEF) released the Golden Visa data for June 2023. In June 2023, a total of 179 main applicants and 192 dependent applicants were approved for the Portuguese Golden Visa, with an investment volume of 79.886 million euros. Among them, 47 main applicants were from the United States, ranking first, followed by the United Kingdom (26), China (17), India (14), and Turkey (13).
Attention! This Real Estate Investment Program for EU Passport Eligibility Is About to Change
The Portuguese government has recently submitted a new proposal to amend the "Mais Habitação" (More Housing) legislative plan, which includes details regarding the Golden Visa. The proposal is currently under parliamentary discussion. Until the final legislation is enacted, the immigration authorities continue to accept Golden Visa applications as usual.
Portugal's Immigration Agency to Close in October
According to recent local news reports in Portugal, the Portuguese Immigration and Borders Service (SEF) will close in October 2023. Responsibilities previously handled by the agency will be transferred to other government departments. Pending Golden Residence Permit applications, renewals, and other related matters will also be managed by the new departments and will not be affected by the closure of the agency.
Why Choose Portugal for Immigration?
The charming country of Portugal has always been a destination many aspire to. With its warm temperate maritime climate, a stunning 850-kilometer coastline, as well as beaches, seafood, and football, it consistently ranks at the top of international travel lists and is known as the "Kingdom of Tourism." In recent years, with the recovery of the Portuguese economy and the improvement of the real estate market, it has attracted many overseas individuals for investment immigration.
The Closure of the Portugal Golden Visa Is Certain; Now Is the Time to Catch the Last Train to the EU
Recently, the Portuguese Parliament generally approved the "More Housing" (Mais Habitação) plan introduced by the government to address the housing crisis, which includes the termination of the Golden Residence Permit Program.