Why the Portugal Golden Visa Still Matters in 2025

Golden Visa Explorer Investments Editorial Team
Fri, 25 Jul 2025 00:00:00 GMT
Explorer Investments, Policy Updates

How Portugal’s Golden Visa remains a top EU residency path post-2023 reforms — and why Explorer Investments is a preferred fund partner.

Despite significant reforms in 2023 that ended the popular real estate investment option, the Portugal Golden Visa program remains one of Europe's most relevant and attractive residency-by-investment pathways in 2025. The program has successfully pivoted, now emphasizing investments that directly fuel the Portuguese economy, with regulated funds taking center stage.

The New Focus: Investment Funds

The core of the renewed Golden Visa is the requirement for a minimum €500,000 investment in a qualifying Portuguese investment fund. This strategic shift offers a more streamlined and secure process for investors, eliminating the complexities of property acquisition and management.

Why Explorer Investments is a Key Partner

In this new landscape, choosing the right fund manager is crucial. Explorer Investments stands out as a preferred partner for several reasons:

CMVM Regulation: As a leading private equity firm in Portugal, Explorer Investments is fully regulated by the Portuguese Securities Market Commission (CMVM). This ensures the highest standards of transparency, compliance, and investor protection.

Proven Track Record: With years of experience in the Portuguese market, Explorer has a deep understanding of high-growth sectors, managing investments to maximize returns while meeting all Golden Visa criteria.

Alignment with Program Goals: The funds managed by Explorer are designed to invest in Portuguese companies, directly contributing to economic growth and job creation—the primary goal of the reformed Golden Visa.

The Portugal Golden Visa still matters in 2025 because it offers a stable, regulated, and efficient path to EU residency and citizenship. By partnering with a trusted, CMVM-regulated firm like Explorer Investments, applicants can confidently navigate the program's new requirements and secure their family's future in Europe.