15 Critical Questions: Your Portugal Golden Visa Fund Due Diligence Checklist (2026)

Explorer Investments Team
Fri, 24 Oct 2025 10:00:00 GMT
Guides, Due Diligence, Investment Funds, Golden Visa Portugal, CMVM, Risk Management

Choosing a €500k Golden Visa fund? Don't invest blind. Use our essential 15-question checklist covering manager, strategy, fees, compliance (CMVM, PFIC), and exit. Guide by Explorer Investments.

Choosing a qualifying investment fund is now the most critical step for Portugal's Golden Visa (€500k minimum). But how do you assess the options and avoid risks?

This essential guide provides a 15-question Due Diligence Checklist covering:

The Fund Manager: Track record, CMVM regulation, team expertise, GP commitment.

Fund Structure & Compliance: ARI alignment, legal domicile, US investor reporting (PFIC/FATCA), custodian & auditor.

Investment Strategy & Risk: Sector focus (PE vs VC), key risks, valuation methods.

Fees & Costs: Management/performance fees, target returns (net).

Exit & Liquidity: Fund term, exit strategy, redemption options.

We also highlight key Red Flags to watch out for, such as lack of CMVM regulation or unrealistic return promises.

"Investing €500k requires careful due diligence. This checklist empowers investors to ask the right questions and choose a fund with confidence." - Explorer Investments Team

Read the full 15-Question Checklist here.