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Investor residence routes — current-status verification

Critical update on European Golden Visa landscape following real estate route closures in Portugal and Spain, focusing on fund investment and innovation avenues.

Who it suits

Who this pathway suits

High-net-worth investors and fund subscribers seeking European residency.

Eligibility

Eligibility at a glance

  • Portugal Golden Visa: €500,000 subscription in non-real estate qualifying venture capital funds (real estate abolished)
  • Spain Golden Visa: Transition review following legislative changes
  • Italy Investor Visa: €250,000 in innovative startup or €500,000 in limited company
Process

How the process works

  1. Select approved regulated investment fund or corporate equity vehicle
  2. Transfer investment capital via certified European escrow account
  3. Lodge residence application with immigration authorities
Documents

Documents you will typically need

  • Proof of lawful source of funds, subscription agreement, bank declaration, clean criminal background
Good to know

What to keep in mind

Portugal's fund investment route remains fully operational and requires staying only 7 days per year to maintain status toward citizenship.

Official source: AIMA Portugal — Golden Visa Fund Route. Government authorities make all final decisions; no outcome is guaranteed.

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