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Portugal Golden Visa: The Most Powerful Plan B for Your Family’s Future - EU Rights, Safety, Schools & Generational Legacy

Keep your life exactly as it is today - and secure a European option your children will thank you for. Portugal blends world-class safety, climate and education with a clear pathway to long-term EU rights.

Portugal Golden Visa family plan B and legacy

Presence (GV)

Low ~7 days/yr*

PR Milestone

~5 years

Safety Rank

Top-10 globally

Climate

300+ sunny days

*Often cited requirement; always confirm the current presence rules at application.

Why Families Choose Portugal

What You Get with Portuguese Residence

Education

International schools and EU university access at local rates - a real advantage for long-term planning.

Healthcare

Quality public and private systems; strong network in major metros and the Algarve.

D7 vs Golden Visa - Which Fits Your Life?

RouteBest ForInvestmentPresenceFamilyLong-Term Path
D7 (Income)Relocate now on stable/passive incomeNo investment requiredResidence in PortugalSpouse + dependentsPR ~5 yrs; citizenship later*
Golden Visa (Funds)Flexibility + minimal presenceYes - CMVM-regulated fundsLow avg. presence (~7 days/yr)**Spouse + dependentsPR ~5 yrs; citizenship later*

*Verify current nationality law and timelines before planning. **Presence rules can change; confirm at application.

Build an EU option you can pass to your children.
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Portugal for Families: EU rights you can pass to your children.
D7 if you can move now. Golden Visa if you need flexibility and low presence.
Immigration rules and timelines change. Always verify eligibility, presence requirements and citizenship pathways with qualified counsel before committing to any route.
Portuguese residency confers the right to live in Portugal and Schengen travel. Full EU freedom of movement across countries applies after obtaining EU citizenship.

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