Portugal Golden Visa Fund Route: Complete Application Checklist for 2026

Golden Visa Explorer Investments Editorial Team
Fri, 05 Dec 2025 09:00:00 GMT
Portugal Golden Visa, CMVM Funds, How To

Step-by-step Portugal Golden Visa checklist for the €500k fund route in 2026: CMVM fund selection, NIF and bank account, documentation, subscription, application filing and common mistakes to avoid.

If you are planning to apply for the Portugal Golden Visa via the fund route, having a clear checklist is essential. This 2026 guide breaks the process into simple steps – from choosing a CMVM-regulated fund and appointing a Portuguese lawyer to obtaining a NIF, opening a bank account, subscribing to the fund and submitting your application.

It also highlights the documents most investors need to prepare, explains how biometrics and the first residence permit work, and lists common mistakes that delay or complicate Golden Visa applications. The result is a practical blueprint you can follow with your advisors to make the process as smooth and predictable as possible.