Recently, Henley & Partners released the latest quarterly Henley Passport Index for 2019, highlighting the performance of passports from various countries and regions. Notably, the Portuguese passport, with visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to 185 countries and regions, is tied for fifth place globally alongside the Austrian and Dutch passports.
Following their top ranking last quarter, Japan and Singapore are tied for first place again this season, with both passports offering visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to 190 countries and regions. Ranking second are the passports of Finland, Germany, and South Korea, which provide access to 188 countries and regions. The passports of Denmark, Italy, and Luxembourg rank third with access to 187 countries and regions.
2019 Latest Quarterly Global Passport Index
As an EU member state, Portugal's passport has consistently ranked high in the global passport index in recent years. Holding a Portuguese passport not only grants visa-free or visa-on-arrival access to 185 countries and regions, but also allows for free movement, work, and residence across 32 European countries, including all 28 EU member states (such as the UK, Germany, Austria, Italy, France, and Finland), the 3 European Economic Area members (Norway, Iceland, and Liechtenstein), and Switzerland. This allows holders to enjoy the generous benefits of EU citizenship, effectively making 1 passport equal to 32!
How can one obtain such a high-value Portuguese passport?
Through the Portugal Golden Residence Permit Program, investors who purchase property starting from 350,000 Euros can apply for a Golden Residence Permit for three generations of their family, enjoying Portugal's excellent education, healthcare, and pension benefits, as well as the ability to travel freely within the Schengen Area. Furthermore, according to the Amendment to the Portuguese Nationality Act promulgated by the Portuguese government in July 2018, holders of the Golden Residence Permit who have resided in Portugal for a cumulative period within 5 years and passed the A2 level Portuguese language test are eligible to apply for Portuguese citizenship, obtain a Portuguese EU passport, and enjoy the full benefits of EU citizenship.
Choose Worldway Group for your Portuguese investment immigration and make your immigration journey easier! As one of the earliest immigration agencies to promote the Portugal Golden Residence Permit Program in China, Worldway Group partnered with the Embassy of Portugal in China in April 2013 to introduce the program to the Chinese market, launching a wonderful journey for Portuguese investment immigration.
Currently, Worldway Group's October promotion for immigration projects across 18 countries is in full swing! With many activities, discounts, and surprises, we welcome new and old clients to participate and seize the opportunity! For more details, please call: 400-138-2929.
The above information is for reference only and does not constitute a basis for investment. Investment involves risks; please choose carefully.