Portugal Golden Visa vs Other EU Residency-by-Investment - Why Portugal’s Fund Route Still Leads in 2025

Mon, 24 Nov 2025 11:00:00 +0000
Investment Visa, Residency by Investment, Portugal Golden Visa, European Golden Visa Comparison, Golden Visa Funds, High-Net-Worth Investors

This strategic 2025 comparison article analyses how the Portugal Golden Visa stacks up against other EU residency-by-investment programmes, especially after Spain’s tightening and broader regulatory changes. It explains why Portugal’s regulated fund route has become the reference model, compares minimum investments, timelines and investor profiles, and highlights where Portugal wins - and where another jurisdiction might be more appropriate. The piece also shows how Explorer Investments brings private equity discipline to Golden Visa fund structures, making the Portuguese route a compelling long-term choice for globally mobile families.