Follow Portugal Investment Immigration and Portugal Immigration Information: According to the latest data released by Portuguese media this week, Chinese citizens rank first in the number of "Golden Residence Visas" issued in Portugal, which aims to provide residency rights in Portugal in exchange for a minimum investment. Vítor Sereno, the Consul General of Portugal in Macau, stated that out of a total of 226 visas issued to date, 168 have been granted to Chinese citizens.
Vítor Sereno mentioned at an investment presentation that the total investment by Chinese investors who obtained the "Golden Visa" in Portugal amounts to 106 million euros, with approximately one-third coming from Macau or Hong Kong. It is understood that around 100 potential investors considering applying for this visa attended the presentation.
According to Sereno, data released by the Portuguese Border Services (SEF) shows a "remarkable increase in the number of immigrants, especially after the opening of a special channel for Golden Visa applications at the Portuguese Consulate in Macau."
To date, foreign investments in Portugal are primarily concentrated in the real estate sector, he added.
During the presentation to Chinese investors, Sereno spoke about Portugal's long history since 1143, as well as globally renowned figures such as football star Cristiano Ronaldo, architect Álvaro Siza Vieira, and Eduardo Souto de Moura.
He described Portugal as "a safe country with good infrastructure, advanced communication systems, and a favorable economic environment" and "a great place to live and enjoy."
The consul general's presentation is part of a roadshow launched by the Portuguese government in Macau, Hong Kong, and Shanghai, aimed at encouraging more people to apply for the Golden Visa.
According to the application regulations for Portugal's "Golden Visa," residency permits are granted to any applicant who purchases property worth over 500,000 euros, which means that after obtaining the visa, one can travel freely within the Schengen Area, including 25 EU countries.
