‘Grab what you can’: The global rush for second passports – and where Portugal fits in 2026

Tue, 06 Jan 2026 09:00:00 +0000
Second Passports, Portugal Golden Visa, Plan B Residency

In 2026, second passports and backup residencies have become a serious Plan B for families and investors worldwide. Building on CNN Travel’s “Grab what you can: The global rush for second passports”, this article explains how Portugal’s Golden Visa, D7 and D8 visas fit into that global trend as one of the strongest EU options.

In 2026 there is a genuine global rush for second passports and alternative residencies, driven by political volatility, rising living costs and tax uncertainty. Based on CNN Travel’s feature “Grab what you can: The global rush for second passports”, this article zooms in on Portugal and shows why its Golden Visa, D7 and D8 routes still stand out as one of the most rational Plan B strategies for long-term mobility, security and EU access.