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Practical questions about golden visas and residence by investment, answered by lawyers listed in our directory. Every answer shows who wrote it. Answers are general information, not advice on your situation.
Portugal
Golden Visa
- Do I need to live in Portugal to get permanent residency after five years on the golden visa?David Simões Fitas · 4 Nov 2026
- Can golden visa holders use Portugal's public health service (SNS), or do I need private insurance?David Simões Fitas · 4 Nov 2026
- How long does the Portugal golden visa take in 2026, from fund subscription to residence card?David Simões Fitas · 3 Nov 2026
- Can I keep my US or UK citizenship if I become Portuguese through the golden visa?David Simões Fitas · 3 Nov 2026
- Does the €500,000 fund minimum for the Portugal golden visa cover my whole family, and do fees count toward it?David Simões Fitas · 3 Nov 2026
- Can I use a self-directed IRA to make my Portugal golden visa fund investment?David Simões Fitas · 3 Nov 2026
- Does the €500,000 company capitalisation route qualify for the Portugal golden visa, and how is it different from a fund?David Simões Fitas · 3 Nov 2026
- Can US citizens invest in a Portugal golden visa fund, and what should they check before subscribing?David Simões Fitas · 3 Nov 2026
- Can I fund my Portugal golden visa investment with cryptocurrency gains, and what source-of-funds proof does AIMA accept?David Simões Fitas · 3 Nov 2026
- Can UK citizens get the Portugal golden visa, and does it get around the 90/180-day Schengen limit?David Simões Fitas · 3 Nov 2026
- Is the golden visa or the D7 better if I don't plan to live in Portugal full-time?David Simões Fitas · 3 Nov 2026
- What legal protections do I have if a Portugal golden visa fund manager fails or the fund underperforms?David Simões Fitas · 3 Nov 2026
- How does Portugal golden visa renewal work now that AIMA handles it online?David Simões Fitas · 3 Nov 2026
- Can I redeem my golden visa fund units before five years without losing my Portugal residence permit?David Simões Fitas · 3 Nov 2026
- Is the Portugal golden visa ending, or can I still apply in 2026?David Simões Fitas · 3 Nov 2026
- Which investment routes are still open for the Portugal golden visa after real estate was removed?David Simões Fitas · 6 Oct 2026
- What happens to my golden visa if the fund I invested in is liquidated early?David Simões Fitas · 6 Oct 2026
- My ARI card expires before AIMA has processed the renewal. Can I still travel?David Simões Fitas · 6 Oct 2026
- Is it worth filing a court action (intimação) against AIMA for a stalled golden visa file?David Simões Fitas · 6 Oct 2026
- How long is AIMA currently taking to schedule a first ARI biometrics appointment?David Simões Fitas · 6 Oct 2026
- How do I count the seven-day minimum stay for Portugal golden visa renewals?David Simões Fitas · 6 Oct 2026
- How do I check that a Portuguese investment fund really qualifies for the golden visa?David Simões Fitas · 6 Oct 2026
- Can my adult child studying abroad stay on my golden visa renewal?David Simões Fitas · 6 Oct 2026
- Can I switch from one qualifying fund to another during the golden visa period without losing the permit?David Simões Fitas · 6 Oct 2026
- Can I add my parents to my Portugal golden visa after the main approval?David Simões Fitas · 6 Oct 2026
Permanent residence
Citizenship
- When does the ten-year clock for Portuguese citizenship start for golden visa holders?David Simões Fitas · 6 Oct 2026
- How long is the Portuguese nationality application taking once it is filed with the registry?David Simões Fitas · 6 Oct 2026
- Do golden visa holders have to pass the A2 Portuguese language test for citizenship?David Simões Fitas · 6 Oct 2026
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Greece
Awaiting an answer
- Does a property converted from commercial to residential use qualify for the Greek golden visa?
- What happens to my Greek golden visa if I sell the property before the permit is renewed?
- Which family members can be included in a Greek golden visa application?
- How do I get a Greek tax number (AFM) from abroad for a property purchase?
- Can a Greek bank account for the golden visa be opened remotely through a lawyer?
- Which documents need an apostille and a sworn translation for the Greek golden visa?
- Is there a minimum stay requirement to keep the Greek golden visa?
- Can Greek golden visa holders apply for Greek citizenship after seven years?
- What annual property taxes should I budget for on a Greek golden visa property?
- Do I have to file a Greek tax return every year if the golden visa property is empty?
- Can I start the Greek golden visa application while visiting on a Schengen tourist visa?
- How do I renew the Greek golden visa after five years, and what documents are needed?
- What checks should a lawyer run on a Greek property title before I pay a deposit?
- Can I invest through a company I own and still get a Greek golden visa?
- What is the minimum property investment for a Greek golden visa in Athens now?
- Can I still use a property purchase contract signed before the threshold increase for the Greek golden visa?
- Can I rent out my Greek golden visa property on Airbnb?
- How long does the Greek golden visa take from property purchase to the residence card?
- Can two spouses combine two cheaper properties to reach the Greek golden visa threshold?
Spain
Awaiting an answer
- Now that Spain has closed its golden visa, what happens to people who already hold one?
- Was my Spanish golden visa application filed before the closure date still processed?
- What are the realistic alternatives to the Spanish golden visa for a non-EU investor?
- Can I move to Spain on the non-lucrative visa with passive income from investments?
- Can I work remotely for a foreign employer on the Spanish non-lucrative visa?
- How does the Spanish digital nomad visa compare with the non-lucrative visa for a freelancer?
- Does the Beckham law apply to people moving to Spain on a digital nomad visa?
- Do I pay Spanish wealth tax on property I own in Spain if I am not resident?
- How do I get a Spanish NIE from abroad before buying property?
- Can a Spanish bank account be opened remotely with only an NIE?
- Do documents for a Spanish residence application need a sworn translation by a registered translator?
- How long does a Spanish residence card (TIE) appointment take to get in Madrid or Barcelona?
- How many years of legal residence do I need for Spanish citizenship if I am not from Latin America?
- Can I get Spanish long-term residence after five years on a golden visa?
- Can my spouse work in Spain if I hold a residence permit for investors?
- What due diligence should I do on a Spanish property before signing the arras contract?
- Is rental income from a Spanish property taxed differently for EU and non-EU owners?
- Can I renew my Spanish investor residence permit if I sold part of the property?
Italy
Awaiting an answer
- Which investment route is the most practical for the Italy investor visa?
- How long does the Italy investor visa nulla osta take after filing online?
- Do I need to make the Italy investor visa investment before or after the nulla osta is issued?
- Can the Italy investor visa investment be made through a holding company?
- What happens if the Italian startup I invested in fails during my investor visa?
- Do I have to live in Italy to keep the investor visa residence permit?
- Is the Italian flat tax on foreign income available to investor visa holders?
- Can my family members also use the Italian flat tax on foreign income?
- How do I get an Italian codice fiscale before I arrive?
- Which Italian banks are used to opening accounts for investor visa applicants?
- Do documents for the Italian permesso di soggiorno need legalisation at an Italian consulate?
- How long does the questura take to issue a permesso di soggiorno after arrival?
- Can my spouse and children join me on the Italy investor visa at the same time?
- Can I switch from an elective residence visa to the Italy investor visa?
- How many years of residence are needed for Italian citizenship without Italian ancestry?
- Can I apply for Italian citizenship by descent while living in Italy on another permit?
- Does Italy's elective residence visa allow remote work for a foreign company?
- How is the Italy investor visa renewed after the first two years?
Malta
Awaiting an answer
- What are the total costs of the Malta Permanent Residence Programme in the first year?
- Is it better to buy or rent property for the Malta Permanent Residence Programme?
- How long does Malta's Residency Malta Agency take to approve an MPRP application?
- Can I include my parents and grandparents in a Malta permanent residence application?
- What source of funds evidence does Residency Malta usually ask for?
- Can I sell the Malta property after five years and keep permanent residence?
- Do I need to spend time in Malta to keep the MPRP residence card valid?
- Does Malta permanent residence let me live and work anywhere in the EU?
- Are Malta permanent residence holders taxed on their worldwide income?
- What is the difference between Malta's global residence programme and the MPRP for tax?
- Can a Maltese bank account be opened before the residence card is issued?
- What due diligence checks can cause a Malta residence application to be refused?
- Can I rent out a room in the property I use for the Malta residence programme?
- What is the Malta Nomad Residence Permit and who qualifies?
- How long does it take to get a Malta residence card after approval in principle?
- Can a Malta permanent residence application be transferred to a different licensed agent?
- Do Malta residence documents need to be apostilled if they come from a Commonwealth country?
- Is there still a route to Maltese citizenship for investors?
Cyprus
Awaiting an answer
- What does the Cyprus permanent residence by investment programme require in 2026?
- Does the Cyprus property have to be brand new for the permanent residence route?
- How long does the Cyprus Civil Registry and Migration Department take to approve permanent residence?
- What annual income do I need to show for Cyprus permanent residence with a spouse and two children?
- Can I include my adult children in the Cyprus permanent residence application?
- How often do I need to visit Cyprus to keep permanent residence?
- Can I sell my Cyprus property and buy another one without losing permanent residence?
- How does the Cyprus non-dom regime work for new residents?
- What is the 60-day rule for Cyprus tax residence?
- How do I open a Cyprus bank account as a non-resident property buyer?
- What should a lawyer check on title deeds before buying property in Cyprus?
- Do documents from outside the EU need an apostille for Cyprus immigration?
- How many years of residence are needed for Cypriot citizenship by naturalisation?
- Can I work in Cyprus with permanent residence obtained through investment?
- What is the difference between a Cyprus temporary residence permit and permanent residence?
- Is a Cyprus digital nomad visa a better option than investing for a remote worker?
- Is it safe to buy an off-plan property in Cyprus from a developer?
- Can I lose Cyprus permanent residence if my income drops below the requirement?
Hungary
Awaiting an answer
- What are the investment options for Hungary's Guest Investor Programme?
- How long does the Hungary guest investor residence permit take to be issued?
- Can I include my parents in a Hungary guest investor application?
- How do I choose a Hungarian real estate fund for the guest investor route?
- What happens to my Hungary guest investor permit if the fund value falls?
- Can I sell a Hungarian property bought for the guest investor programme before five years?
- Is there a minimum stay requirement for the Hungary guest investor residence permit?
- How is the Hungary guest investor permit renewed and for how long?
- Can Hungary guest investor residence lead to permanent residence?
- How many years of residence are needed for Hungarian citizenship?
- Do Hungary guest investor holders become Hungarian tax residents?
- Do I need a Hungarian bank account for the guest investor programme?
- Which documents need a certified Hungarian translation for the guest investor application?
- Can I apply for the Hungary guest investor visa from inside Hungary?
- Does the Hungary guest investor permit allow travel in the Schengen area?
- Can my children study at Hungarian schools on the guest investor permit?
- What source of funds evidence do Hungarian authorities ask guest investors for?
- Can I work in Hungary on the guest investor residence permit?
UAE
Awaiting an answer
- What is the minimum property value for a UAE golden visa through real estate?
- Can I get a UAE golden visa with a mortgaged property?
- Can two owners of one property both get a UAE golden visa?
- How long does the UAE golden visa take from application to Emirates ID?
- Can I sponsor my parents on a UAE golden visa?
- Do I need to live in the UAE to keep a golden visa valid?
- What happens to my UAE golden visa if I sell the property?
- Can I get a UAE golden visa as a company owner rather than through property?
- Which professionals qualify for the UAE golden visa based on salary?
- Can I switch from an employment visa to a UAE golden visa without leaving the country?
- Which UAE banks open accounts for golden visa holders who are not yet resident?
- Do my home-country documents need UAE embassy attestation for the golden visa?
- Does holding a UAE golden visa make me a UAE tax resident?
- Can a UAE tax residency certificate help me stop being tax resident at home?
- Can my domestic worker be sponsored under a UAE golden visa?
- Can I include children over 18 on my UAE golden visa?
- Does a UAE golden visa lead to UAE citizenship?
- Is the Dubai golden visa different from the Abu Dhabi golden visa?
- Is the UAE golden visa renewed automatically after ten years?
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