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Portugal Golden Visa Data for August 2022 Released
Recently, the Portuguese Immigration and Borders Service (SEF) released the Golden Visa data for August 2022. In August 2022, a total of 77 main applicants and 125 dependent applicants were approved for the Portuguese Golden Visa, with an investment volume of 37.545 million euros. Among them, 19 main applicants were from China, ranking first, followed by the United States (10), Brazil (10), Pakistan (5), and Morocco (4).
Immigration Benefit: All Nurseries in Portugal Are Now Free
Good news: As of September 1, 2022, all nurseries in Portugal are free. The Portuguese government has invested 20 million euros to waive all tuition fees for children in phases 1-2 of nursery school for over 5,000 children. All age-appropriate children born in Portugal are eligible for this policy.
Portugal Immigration: Enhanced Childcare Benefits
Recently, the Portuguese government announced that it will strengthen family allowances, providing a minimum of 600 euros per year for each child, regardless of age, and additional benefits for children in extreme poverty.
Portugal Golden Visa Data for July 2022 Released
Recently, the Portuguese Immigration and Borders Service (SEF) released the Golden Visa data for July 2022. In July 2022, a total of 80 main applicants and 112 dependent applicants were approved for the Portuguese Golden Visa, with an investment volume of 43.94 million euros. Among them, there were 11 main applicants from the United States and 10 from China, with the number of U.S. applicants once again surpassing China to take the top spot. They were followed by Brazil (9), South Africa (7), and Turkey...
Portugal Golden Residence Visa Applications Reach Record High in First Half of the Year
The Portugal Golden Residence Visa has seen strong growth in the first half of this year! According to reports, investment obtained through the Portugal Golden Residence Visa in the first half of the year reached 331.6 million euros, an increase of 33% compared to the same period last year. Meanwhile, in the first half of the year, the Portugal Golden Residence Visa program approved a total of 649 main applicants and 735 dependent applicants.
Portugal June Golden Visa Data: Applicants from China and the U.S. Tied for First Place
Recently, the Portuguese Immigration and Borders Service (SEF) released the Golden Visa data for June 2022. In June 2022, a total of 155 main applicants and 204 dependent applicants were approved for the Portuguese Golden Visa, with an investment amount of 77.92 million euros, an increase of approximately 45% compared to May. Among them, applicants from China and the United States were tied at 30 each, ranking first, followed by Turkey (14) and India (11), Brazil (10)...
Lisbon, Portugal Named the "Happiest City in the World"
Recently, a statistical report revealed that among 40 different destinations worldwide, Lisbon, Portugal ranks first, being recognized as the happiest city in the world.
Great News! Validity of Portuguese Residence Permits Extended to the End of 2022
Recently, according to a resolution by the Portuguese Council of Ministers, it has been clarified that Golden Residence Permits that expired on or after February 24, 2020, will be automatically extended until December 31, 2022. This is excellent news for investors.
Portugal's Naturalization Application Success Rate Reaches 99%
According to the 2021 annual report from the Portuguese Immigration and Borders Service (SEF), a total of 54,288 citizenship applications were received last year. The agency processed 47,278 applications, with 46,855 approvals, resulting in a high approval rate of 99%.
2022 Global Peace Index Released: Portugal Ranks Among the Top
Recently, the Institute for Economics and Peace (IEP) released the latest 2022 Global Peace Index. This index uses 23 metrics to rate 163 countries and regions worldwide, covering 99.7% of the global population. In this ranking, Portugal is positioned sixth in the world, once again recognized as one of the most peaceful countries globally.
Portugal's Golden Visa Data for May 2022 Released
Recently, the Portuguese Immigration and Borders Service (SEF) announced the Golden Visa data for May 2022. In May 2022, a total of 112 main applicants and 138 dependent applicants were approved for the Portuguese Golden Visa, with an investment amount of 53.8 million euros. Among them, there were 17 main applicants from China, ranking first, followed by the United States (16), Brazil (10), Lebanon (8), and India (7).
Good News! The Portuguese Immigration Agency's Online Submission Platform Has Reopened
Good News! The Portuguese Immigration Agency's Online Submission Platform Has Reopened