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Wow factor 5 bedroom Villa for sale with countryside view in Vila Nova de Cacela, Algarve
Ref 251612
Absolutely exceptional 3 storey, 5 bedroom luxury villa nestling in over half an acre of beautiful landscaped gardens with terracing and amazing infinity pool, while enjoying panoramic views from i...
3,190,000 EUR
Modern 4 bedroom Villa for sale with panoramic view in Loule, Algarve
Ref 251600
Ideally located near the beach and all amenities in Loule is this stylishly renovated 4 bedroom villa with annex, pool and garden, enjoying panoramic sea views from the roof terrace. Situated wit...
1,395,000 EUR
Immaculate 4 bedroom House for sale with panoramic view in Alcochete, Setubal, Alentejo Southern Portugal
Ref 251586
Absolutely stunning new 4 storey, 4 bedroom luxury villa with pool and garden, enjoying panoramic views across the Tagus River from its exclusive location in Sao Francisco, Alcochete. Set in a gat...
1,185,000 EUR
Bright 4 bedroom Apartment for sale in Portimao, Algarve
Ref 251577
A recently refurbished 4-bedroom penthouse apartment with a modern and elegant design, located on the fourth floor of a private condominium with two elevators, in a quiet residential area on the co...
895,000 EUR
Renovated 3 bedroom Townhouse for sale in Peniche, Central Portugal
Ref 251575
Delightful 3-bedroom property with excellent and refined finishes in a good location in Lugar da Estrada near Peniche. The property comes with a total area of 115m2, including both the outdoor p...
289,500 EUR
New Build 2 bedroom Apartment for sale in Carnaxide, Central Portugal
Ref 251536
Attractive and bright 2 bedroom new apartment in a private residence with a Southerly aspect and unobstructed views of the Jamor valley and sea views in the background. The property includes: 3m2...
560,000 EUR
Stylish 4 bedroom Villa for sale in Albufeira, Algarve
Ref 251533
Ideally located near the beach and all amenities in an exclusive area of Albufeira, is this stylish and bright 3 storey, 4 bedroom villa with garden. Situated just 100 metres from Praia dos Alemae...
950,000 EUR
Development Project for sale with panoramic and sea views in Santa Barbara de Nexe, Algarve
Ref 251529
A superb development opportunity in the lovely Canal area of Santa Barbara de Nexe with over 5 acres of land and fabulous panoramic views to the sea. This exceptional setting offers the chance...
900,000 EUR
Authentic 2 bedroom Apartment for sale with sea view in Alcobaca, Central Portugal
Ref 251528
Enjoying panoramic sea views from its ideal location near the beach and all amenities in Alcobaca, is this bright and spacious 2 bedroom apartment with communal garden. Set in a gated community ov...
390,000 EUR
Immaculate 3 bedroom Villa for sale in Mexilhoeira Grande, Algarve
Ref 251526
New,,modern 3 bedroom single storey villa with pool and terracing, ideally located in a peaceful area called Monte Canelas, in Mexilhoeira Grande, Algarve. Recently built, with attention to detai...
850,000 EUR
Stylish 4 bedroom Villa for sale with countryside view in Bensafrim, Lagos, Algarve
Ref 251514
Full of charm and character is this beautifully refurbished 4 bedroom house with garden, enjoying countryside views from its location near golf courses and all amenities in the charming village of ...
425,000 EUR
Immaculate 2 bedroom Villa for sale with countryside view in Espiche, Lagos, Algarve
Ref 251513
Very well presented 2 bedroom fully furnished modern villa with terrace, ideally located near the beach and all amenities in a peaceful area of Espiche. Situated on the edge of the typical Algarvi...
515,000 EUR
Beachfront 10 bedroom Manor House for sale with sea view in Estoril, Central Portugal
Ref 251509
Unique opportunity to acquire an absolutely exceptional rare 4 storey, 10 bedroom historic Mansion set in over half an acre of beautiful landscaped gardens with pool, while enjoying breathtaking s...
14,500,000 EUR
Stylish 2 bedroom Villa for sale with countryside view in Quinta da Marinha, Cascais, Central Portugal
Ref 251508
Stylishly refurbished 2 bedroom villa set in a beautiful mature garden, ideally located in the exclusive area of Quinta da Marinha. Inserted in the Natural Park of Sintra-Cascais, characterised b...
1,650,000 EUR
Luxury 4 bedroom Villa for sale in Sao Goncalo de Lagos, Lagos, Algarve
Ref 251471
Luxurious and contemporary 4 bedroom villa with pool and garden, ideally located near the beach and all amenities in Sao Goncaio de Lagos. Situated just a few steps from Ponta da Piedade and its e...
2,495,000 EUR
Spacious 4 bedroom Villa for sale in Arcozelo, Northern Portugal
Ref 251470
Stunning 3 storey, 4 bedroom contemporary villa with pool and garden, ideally located near Miramar Golf and all amenities in Arcozelo. This elegant property is situated near prestigious beaches i...
1,100,000 EUR
Spacious 5 bedroom House for sale with countryside view in Caldas da Rainha, Central Portugal
Ref 251469
Ideally located in a peaceful area near Caldas da Rainha enjoying far reaching countryside views over the fields of vines and olives, is this very well presented 5 bedroom country house with garden...
399,000 EUR
Furnished 4 bedroom Villa for sale with sea view in Vila do Bispo, Algarve
Ref 251454
Spacious 4 bedroom villa located in the heart of the Natural Park and close to the market town of Vila do Bispo, offering a perfect combination of space and comfort in an ideal location for those w...
650,000 EUR
Spacious 7 bedroom Villa for sale in Parede, Central Portugal
Ref 251453
Excellent development opportunity with this spacious villa in Parede located in a very quiet and residential area, offering an excellent potential for income. The property comes with 328m2 Gross C...
995,000 EUR
Project Land for sale with Development Potential and Panoramic  Views to the Sea in Santa Barbara de Nexe, Algarve
Ref 251446
This remarkable property stands out as the last spacious ruin (in good condition) within the Canal area of Santa Barbara de Nexe. There are very few development areas like this left, and even less...
720,000 EUR
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Area Guide

The Golden Visa in Portugal now enables non-EU property investors to obtain a five year residence permit (the ‘Golden Visa’) enabling them to enjoy all the benefits that a Portuguese way of life can bring them and their families.

Effective since August 2012, as well as providing a way of obtaining Portuguese residency, the Golden Visa in Portugal provides non-EU citizens with many additional benefits. Once the residence permit is granted there is the flexibility to reside outside of Portugal providing that the property investor spends a minimum of 7 days in the first year of residence in Portugal, and 14 in each of the following 2-year periods. The Golden Visa in Portugal also provides free travel in the European Union and Schengen countries so there is no need to apply for a visa to travel to Europe anymore. In addition a family reunion visa enables family members to be granted a residence permit as well allowing families to live, study, travel and work freely in the entire European Union. The Golden Visa in Portugal also brings Portuguese citizenship; after 6 years of official residence, you can apply for a Portuguese passport. And finally, a Portuguese passport means that it will be much easier to go and live in another European country.

The main requirement to be eligible for the Golden Visa in Portugal is to buy property that has a value of at least 500,000 Euros; this can be done either individually or in co-ownership with other property investors as long as each individual co-owner invests at least 500,000 Euros. Once purchased the property can be rented out, which is a very attractive option as rental yields in Portugal on average still remain one of the highest in Europe; renting your property out over the summer will easily cover all or the majority of the property’s annual running costs.

Soak up the sun on the Silver Coast’s unspoilt golden beaches before wandering to one of the local seafood restaurants for a delicious dinner of barbecued sardines and shellfish and excellent local white wine; visit the sleepy landscape of Alentejo – the real Portugal that has remained practically unchanged for centuries, exploring empty roads, pretty white villages and sprawling fields of vines and olive groves; enjoy the rich medieval history of Lisbon by taking a trip on wooden tram No. 28 which rumbles through the city’s prettiest and most historic streets past ancient churches and ornate houses before enjoying an apéritif of chilled white port; with golden beaches, sparkling blue seas, gentle rolling hills and medieval towns and villages, Portugal provides a wonderful opportunity to enjoy a superb climate, a slow and easy pace of life and a stable economy.

From the glittering waters and beautiful fishing villages of the Silver Coast to the Algarve’s lush green world class golf courses and the chic bustle of Lisbon, Portugal is a country with something for everyone. Whether you're looking for a villa in the Algarve, a converted farmhouse in the country or an apartment in Lisbon, there is a great range of property in Portugal.

The Silver Coast is just one hour away from Lisbon and is a beautiful region of golden beaches, gentle rolling hills, ancient forests and vineyards. Property in the area is becoming increasingly sought-after with buyers attracted by the prospect of an excellent return on investment. There is a good range of property to choose from with modern luxury villas with fabulous sea views starting from 500,000 Euros with some being right by the beach!

For golfing enthusiasts, the Algarve beckons offering quintessential white-washed villas surrounded by vivid blue skies, turquoise waters and lush green grass. Investing in a property in the Algarve means you can enjoy luxury golf courses, great restaurants and a lively night life at the end of a long day spent on what are considered to be some of the world's most beautiful beaches. One new development, The Keys at Quinta do Lago provides contemporary luxury and glamour with a starting price tag of million Euros and offers stunning villas with waterfront views, multiple swimming pools, tiered-seating cinemas and championship golf courses on the doorstep.

For those wishing to discover the ‘real’ Portugal then looking in the wildly beautiful and unspoilt region of Alentejo could be a good choice. Property in Alentejo tends to be 18th or 19th century renovated country houses surrounded by olive groves and gardens although there are also modern villas built in the traditional style to keep cool rather than soak up the sun.

In Lisbon itself, property mainly tends to be apartments - some in converted 18th century town houses and others in a more modern style. For the best of both worlds try Cascais or Estoril – chic seaside resorts just a twenty minutes drive away from Lisbon which both offer an excellent long term property investment. The range of Cascais & Estoril property is diverse ranging from charming central traditional townhouses and modern apartments to beach front apartments and penthouses and stylish designer villas overlooking the beautiful bay.

The Golden Visa in Portugal provides a fast and relatively easy way for non-EU citizens to enjoy the benefits of living and working in a country which boasts a superb climate, friendly and charming people, a beautiful and diverse landscape and culture, wonderful food and wine and a transparent and open property market. Whether you choose a seaside penthouse, a luxury villa or a converted farmhouse, you can be sure that the Golden Visa in Portugal is your gateway to enjoying a wonderful way of life!

Buying a Property in Portugal

1. Signing a Letter of Intent

On finding a property you wish to purchase, your agent will draw up a 'Letter of Intent, this will be signed by both parties, vendor and buyer. Copies of this will be given to the legal representatives of both parties and will be used in preparing the Promissory Contract. Included in this letter will be the price, what is included in the sale, furnishings etc. and any conditions of the sale plus the dates for both exchange and completion.

2. Exchange of Promissary Contract (Contrato Promessa de Compra e Venda)

The buyers lawyers are responsible for drawing up the promissory contract (Contrato Promessa de Compra e Venda) and as part of the process they will have carried out the legal searches and made sure that there are no charges, e.g. utilities, property tax etc. against the property. The contract will contain details of both parties and include clear title of ownership, when payments are due to be made, the completion date and an inventory, if required. The Promissory Contract is legally binding and will generally be signed by both parties and witnessed by a notary/lawyer. The contract will include penalty clauses in case either party does not fulfill the terms of the contract. A 10%, non-refundable deposit is required at this point, this will be paid to the vendor, through the lawyer's client account. Once the contract has been signed, if the vendor pulls out of the contract, they will be obliged to pay back double the deposit to the purchaser. If the purchaser pulls out, they will lose their deposit.

3. On Completion

The amount of time between signing the Promissary Contract and Completion will vary and will have been agreed in the contract. Before Completion your lawyer will need to arrange with a fiscal representative for you to obtain a Portuguese Fiscal Number. The official Deed of Transfer of ownership (the Escritura) will be signed by you (or someone representing you with your Power of Attorney), this is signed at the Notary and they will retain the document. The Deed will be read aloud by the Notary before all participants sign it. Your lawyer will need to check to ensure that you understand what is being said if you do not understand Portugese. The Escritura, once it has been signed, will officially give you ownership of the property, but will still need to be registered in your name on the Land Registry (Registo Predial) by your lawyer. Your lawyer should obtain a copy of this for your records. Once you have completed, the new utility contracts can be transferred into your name by your lawyer.

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