Golden Visa Real Estate Route (Closed)
Investors who previously qualified for the Golden Visa by buying Portuguese real estate.
The Golden Visa Real Estate Route (Closed) (Portugal) is closed to new applicants. This guide explains who it was for, what has replaced it, and how to find an open Portuguese route that fits you.
Who the Golden Visa Real Estate Route (Closed) is for
Investors who previously qualified for the Golden Visa by buying Portuguese real estate.
Existing holders keep their pathway; new real estate applications are no longer accepted.
Golden Visa Real Estate Route (Closed) - eligibility criteria
- Previously: €500,000 property (or €350k rehabilitation)
- Or €280,000 in low-density areas
- Property held for at least 5 years
- Closed to new applicants under the 2023 Mais Habitação law
Golden Visa Real Estate Route (Closed) cost & processing time (2025)
The indicative government fee for the Golden Visa Real Estate Route (Closed) (Portugal) is Formerly €280k-€500k property purchase, with an indicative processing time of Not applicable. Figures are for 2025 and may change - confirm at AIMA (Portugal).
| Type | Investor |
|---|---|
| Where you apply | Was online via SEF/AIMA |
| Length of stay | Not available to new applicants |
| Work rights | Work permitted (existing holders) |
| Study rights | Study permitted (existing holders) |
| Government fee | Formerly €280k-€500k property purchase |
| Processing time | Not applicable |
| Route to PR | Existing holders keep their pathway; new real estate applications are no longer accepted. |
Pathway & next steps
Existing holders keep their pathway; new real estate applications are no longer accepted.
Many applicants also compare Golden Visa · Residence Permit for Investment (Golden Visa / ARI), D2 · D2 Residence Visa for Entrepreneurs and Independent Workers. Run a free VisaChief check to see which Portuguese route best fits your profile, then prepare an application reviewed by a registered migration agency in our partner network.
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Golden Visa Real Estate Route (Closed) - frequently asked questions
Is the Golden Visa Real Estate Route (Closed) still open?
No - the Golden Visa Real Estate Route (Closed) (Portugal) is closed to new applicants. Existing holders keep their pathway; new real estate applications are no longer accepted.
Who can apply for the Golden Visa Real Estate Route (Closed)?
Investors who previously qualified for the Golden Visa by buying Portuguese real estate.
Sources & official references
This guide is compiled from official Portugal government sources and is updated periodically. Eligibility, fees and processing times change - always confirm the current rules with the issuing authority before you apply:
- AIMA (Portugal) - official Portugal immigration authority