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Residence Permit for Investment Activity Visa
Third-country nationals may, with exemption from a residence visa, obtain a temporary residence permit to carry out an investment activity.
Beneficts:
- To enter Azores with exemption of residence visa;
- To reside and work in Azores;
- Circulate through the Schengen area, without visa requirements;
- Benefit from family reunification;
- Request the granting of Permanent Residence Authorization under the terms of the Aliens Act;
- Possibility of requesting the acquisition of Portuguese nationality, by naturalization, fulfilling the other requirements required by the Nationality Law.
Alternative Requirements:
- Transfer of capital in the amount of EUR 1 million or more;
- Creation of at least 10 jobs;
- Acquisition of immovable property worth 500 thousand euros or more;
- Acquisition of immovable property, whose construction has been completed for at least 30 years or located in an urban rehabilitation area, with rehabilitation of property;
- Transfer of capital in an amount equal to or greater than 350 thousand euros, which is applied in research activities carried out by public or private scientific research institutions, integrated in the national scientific and technological system;
- Transfer of capital in the amount of 250 thousand euros or more, which is applied in investment or support to the artistic production, recovery or maintenance of the national cultural heritage;
- Transfer of capital in the amount of € 350,000 or more, for the acquisition of units of investment funds or venture capital funds for the capitalization of companies;
- Transfer of capital amounting to € 350,000 or more, for the creation of a commercial company with its head office in Portugal, together with the creation of five permanent jobs, or to increase the share capital of a commercial company with headquarters in the national territory, already constituted, together with the creation or maintenance of jobs, with a minimum of five permanents and for a minimum period of three years
What We Offer
Our Investment Package
– Review of the Client`s Investment Project;
– Meeting & Strategic Advice;
– Search the Desire Properties;
– Request of Local Experts;
– Legal & Logistic Support;
– Reporting & Recommendation.
Property Investment Advisory
Property Investment Advisory
Residency & Relocation Assistance
Residency & Relocation Assistance
Property Management & Returns
Property Management & Returns
International Investor Support
International Investor Support
Key Funding & Incentive Programs
Portugal 2030 – National strategic funding framework for innovation, competitiveness, and sustainability.
Azores 2030 – Regional program supporting business growth and modernization.
Recovery and Resilience Plan (PRR) – Investments focused on digital transition, climate action, and economic recovery.
Azores Tourism Programs – Incentives dedicated to tourism development and strategic regional growth.
Tax Benefits for Investment – Preferential tax regimes for companies and individuals investing in the Azores.
Rural Development Program (PDR) – Support for agricultural modernization and rural economic diversification.
Banking Institutions – Access to specialized financing solutions for investment projects.
Venture Capital Firms – Equity financing for innovative and scalable business initiatives.
Attractive Business Environment
The Azores offer one of the lowest VAT rates in Europe and some of the most competitive incentive packages within the European Union.
Key Advantages of Living or Investing in the Azores
Prime Atlantic Location at the crossroads of Europe, Africa, and the Americas, with regular connections to major global cities.
Mild, sunny climate most of the year, offering some of the highest annual sunshine levels in Europe.
Welcoming, multilingual population known for friendliness and hospitality.
Rich cultural heritage, historic architecture, renowned wines, and exceptional gastronomy at highly competitive prices.
Safe and peaceful environment, with one of the highest quality-of-life ratings worldwide.
Advanced infrastructure, ranked among the best globally by the World Economic Forum.
Skilled and dedicated workforce, known for productivity and adaptability.
Attractive residency pathways for investors, entrepreneurs, and qualified professionals.
Favorable tax environment, including Non-Habitual Resident (NHR) benefits and one of the lowest corporate tax rates in the world.
Robust incentive systems under Portugal 2030 and EU funding frameworks supporting economic, social, and territorial development.
ESTIMATED FLIGHT TIME TO THE AZORES:
Lisbon: 2 hours
Madrid: 3 hours
Paris: 4 hours
London: 4 hours
(USA) East Coast 4 hours
Canada: 5 hours
Strategic, Analytical & Project Services
Strategic & Analytical Services
Company profiling and business characterization
Business activity and market analysis
SWOT and external environment assessments
Macro-economic and competitive landscape evaluations
Economic and financial feasibility studies
Project Development & Management
Full project coordination and management
Innovation and modernization initiatives
Research & Development (R&D) projects
Internationalization strategies
Consultancy for financial institutions
Funding & Incentive Applications
Preparation of applications for incentive programs
Submission of investment proposals to banking institutions
Good infrastructure and support networks.
The Azores represent the first point of entry into Europe, and their sea makes Portugal one of the countries with the largest maritime platform in the world.
Air Connections
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Maritime Transport
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Telecommunications
We prepare high-quality applications for CONSTRUIR 2030, AÇORES 2030, and other investment support programs.
USA and EU
Strategic location in the middle of 2 continents: American and European.
Good infrastructure conditions
Development of increasingly emerging areas: Aerospace, Aeronautics, Organic Agriculture.
Attractive tax regime
The Azores have one of the lowest VAT rates in Europe and one of the most attractive incentive packages in the European Union.
Invest in the Future, Earn for a Lifetime
Discover the unmatched beauty and stability of real estate investment in the Azores. From oceanfront homes to mountain retreats, every property offers long-term growth, tax benefits, and a lifestyle unlike anywhere else in Europe.