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Live Stream Preview: Presentation of Quality Properties for Portugal Immigration from €350,000
As one of the first countries to launch a "Golden Visa" program, Portugal has been a popular immigration destination in recent years. Since the introduction of its highly attractive immigration policies, Portugal has consistently maintained strong market interest!
Significant Benefit: Extension of the Validity Period for the Portugal Golden Residence Permit
Recently, the Portuguese government announced changes to the national budget law that will affect immigration law: the validity period of the Golden Residence Permit will be extended from an initial one year to two years, and the renewal period from two years to three years. This is a significant benefit for investors.
Portugal: A Prime Choice for Health & Status Planning
In recent years, an increasing number of people have chosen to immigrate to Portugal. Whether for health planning, status planning, children's education, improving quality of life, or global wealth management, Portugal can meet the diverse needs of many investors.
Why Did Portugal Rank First in the 2020 Best Countries for Retirement?
Recently, the American magazine International Living announced the ranking of the best countries for retirement in 2020, with Portugal taking the top spot!
January 2020 Portugal Golden Residence Permit Data Released
Recently, the Portuguese Immigration and Borders Service (SEF) released data on the Golden Visa program as of January 31, 2020. The data shows that since the launch of the Portugal Golden Residence Permit on October 8, 2012, the total investment has exceeded 5 billion euros, approximately 5.03 billion euros. Among these, real estate investment remains a popular choice, with an investment amount reaching 4.54 billion euros, accounting for about 90% of the total investment.
Breaking! Changes to Portugal's Real Estate Immigration Policy
The Portuguese Parliament, during discussions on the 2020 national budget, passed a proposal to limit the issuance of Portugal's Golden Visa to property investments in inland cities or the Azores and Madeira archipelagos, meaning that purchasing property in Lisbon and Porto may no longer qualify for the Portuguese Golden Residence Permit.
Nearly 5 Billion Euros Raised in 7 Years! What Makes This Country's Immigration Program So Popular?
According to data released by the SEF, from the launch of the Portugal Golden Residence Permit Program on October 8, 2012, to December 31, 2019, the program attracted a total investment of 4.99 billion euros over seven years. Real estate investment remains a popular choice, reaching 4.5 billion euros and accounting for 90% of the total investment.
Immigration Insight: How Hot Is the Property Market in Portugal in 2019?
According to an analysis report released by JLL, a Lisbon-based real estate consulting firm, the total investment in commercial real estate reached 2.8 billion euros in 2019. Over the past decade, the total investment by investors in commercial real estate has reached 13.6 billion euros.
Investing in Portugal with 'Oracle of Omaha' Warren Buffett
'Oracle of Omaha' Warren Buffett has consecutively created one investment myth after another since he acquired the nearly bankrupt Berkshire Hathaway company at a low price in the 1960s. His remarkable achievements stem from his belief in a fundamental principle: investing in places that everyone else chooses is unlikely to lead to wealth. Investment is about timing and rationality. Recently, 'Oracle of Omaha' Warren Buffett has taken another significant move, …
Portugal Ranked Third in Global Safety Index, Immigrating to Portugal is Worry-Free
Recently, the Sydney Institute for Economics and Peace released the 13th edition of the Global Peace Index report, ranking Portugal third in the global safety index, providing another reason for people to confidently choose to immigrate to Portugal.
Continuing Boom! Portugal Welcomes Over 18 Million Tourists in the First 8 Months
Recently, tourism data released by the National Statistics Institute of Portugal showed that in the first 8 months of this year, Portugal has already welcomed over 18 million tourists, an increase of 1.2 million compared to the same period last year.
Attention Parents! The Latest Definition of Overseas Chinese Student Eligibility Is Here
Education has always been a topic of concern for parents in China, and it is the wish of many to see their children attend prestigious universities and receive a better education. Known as the "Green Channel for the Gaokao" and the "Express Train to Prestigious Universities," the Joint Entrance Exam for Overseas Chinese Students is highly regarded by domestic parents due to its smaller scope of exam questions, lower difficulty, lower admission score requirements, and diverse career paths. More and more parents are planning ahead to provide their children with...