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Immaculate 4 bedroom Villa for sale with countryside view in Santo Tirso, Northern Portugal
Ref 253987
Wonderful opportunity to acquire a very well presented, modern 4 bedroom villa with pool and garden, enjoying mountain and countryside views from its sought after location in the Vale Pisao Nature...
995,000 EUR
Luxury 4 bedroom Villa for sale with panoramic view in Vilamoura, Algarve
Ref 253986
Absolutely exceptional 3 storey, 4 bedroom luxury villa with pool and garden, enjoying panoramic views across the golf course from its prestigious location in Vilamoura. Situtated in the sought af...
2,850,000 EUR
Bright 5 bedroom Villa for sale in Foz do Douro, Porto, Northern Portugal
Ref 253985
Ideally located near the beach and all amenities in the prestigious area of Foz do Douro, is this luxury 3 storey, 5 bedroom villa with garden. Combining a privileged setting with privacy and tra...
1,850,000 EUR
Wow factor 5 bedroom House for sale with sea and panoramic views in Cascais, Central Portugal
Ref 253953
Absolutely exceptional brand new 3 storey, 5 bedroom luxury villa set in beautiful landscaped garden with pool while enjoying panoramic sea views from its prestigious location near the beach and al...
6,250,000 EUR
Unique 5 bedroom Estate for sale with countryside view in Covilha, Serra da Estrela, Algarve
Ref 253952
Unique opportunity to acquire an estate of 3 renovated properties with outbuildings and licensing project for tourist development, nestling in over 13 acres of glorious land in the heart of Portuga...
2,980,000 EUR
Wow factor 8 bedroom Villa for sale in Pinhal Velho, Vilamoura, Algarve
Ref 253936
Absolutely exceptional 3 storey, 8 bedroom luxury villa nestling in nearly 1.75 acres of beautiful landscaped gardens with expansive pool, while enjoying panoramic views from its sought after loca...
12,500,000 EUR
Immaculate 4 bedroom Villa for sale with panoramic view in Aljezur, Algarve
Ref 253935
Stunning, modern 3 storey, 4 bedroom bright and spacious villa with pool and garden, ideally located near beaches and all amenities in the prestigious area of Espartal. Situated in a quiet and hi...
874,000 EUR
Modern 4 bedroom Villa for sale in Aguas Santas, Maia, Northern Portugal
Ref 253934
Bright and spacious, modern 4 bedroom villa with garden, ideally located in a peaceful area of Aguas Santas near all amenities. This excellent two-storey, four-fronted villa stands out for its mo...
790,000 EUR
Authentic 3 bedroom Villa for sale in Caldas da Rainha, Central Portugal
Ref 253932
Very well presented 3 bedroom single storey villa with pool and garden, ideally located in a peaceful area near the beach and all amenities in Caldas da Rainha. This lovely house has bright accom...
399,000 EUR
Immaculate 3 bedroom Villa for sale with countryside view in Santo Tirso, Northern Portugal
Ref 253914
Nestling in over one acre of beautiful landscaped gardens with pool, is this stunning 3 bedroom luxury villa located in a peaceful area near Santo Tirso. This superb property offers a perfect com...
945,000 EUR
Authentic 3 bedroom Villa for sale with countryside view in Lousada, Porto, Northern Portugal
Ref 253913
Very well presented 3 bedroom single storey classical villa nestling in 1.5 acres of beautiful landscaped gardens with pool, located near all amenities in Lousada and Vizela. Situated just 10 min...
875,000 EUR
Immaculate 2 bedroom Villa for sale in Nadadouro, Caldas da Rainha, Central Portugal
Ref 253903
New, modern 2 bedroom eco friendly villa with pool and garden, ideally located in a peaceful area near all amenities in Nadadouro. If you want to buy a house built to preserve the environment in ...
299,000 EUR
Stunning 5 bedroom House for sale in Quinta da Marinha, Cascais, Central Portugal
Ref 253843
Absolutely exceptional 3 storey, 5 bedroom luxury fully furnished villa with pool and garden, ideally located near a golf course, the beach and all amenities in a peaceful area of Quinta da Marinha...
4,950,000 EUR
Immaculate 4 bedroom House for sale with countryside view in Carnaxide, Central Portugal
Ref 253842
Nestling in over one acre of landscaped gardens with pool, is this stunning new 3 storey, 4 bedroom luxury villa enjoying uninterrupted panoramic views from its location in Carnaxide, Oeiras. Wit...
2,850,000 EUR
Immaculate 3 bedroom House for sale in Cascais, Central Portugal
Ref 253841
Luxuriously refurbished 3 bedroom villa with guest house, set in lush gardens with pool, ideally located near the beach and all amenities in the heart of Cascais. This superb property with high-e...
2,900,000 EUR
Stylish 3 bedroom Villa for sale in Albufeira, Algarve
Ref 253815
Attractive three bedroom villa with a private heated poolin an exclusive and well-maintained condominium in a quiet area of Albufeira. With generous living space of 222m2, it includes: Ground flo...
759,000 EUR
New Build 3 bedroom Villa for sale in Caldas da Rainha, Central Portugal
Ref 253814
Opportunity to purchase a modern eco-friendly 3 bedroom villa with pool in Nadadouro, just five minutes from Caldas da Rainha. An exciting new development of 32 modern villas, of which 26 are 3-b...
379,000 EUR
Spacious 3 bedroom Villa for sale in Vilamoura, Algarve
Ref 253804
Spacious and beautifully presented modern villa in the prestigious location of Vilamoura on the Algarve, within a private residence. The property comprises a total of 3 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, a...
930,000 EUR
Renovated 4 bedroom Villa for sale in Caldas da Rainha, Central Portugal
Ref 253803
Traditional-style 4 bedroom villa in Reguengo da Parada, with heated pool and just 4 minutes from the nearest beach. This very well maintained and spacious property is located in the quiet vill...
475,000 EUR
Unique 4 bedroom Villa for sale with panoramic view in Murches, Cascais, Central Portugal
Ref 253794
Unique 4 bedroom architect designed villa set in half an acre of lush mature gardens with pool, ideally located near all amenities in Murches. Situated in one of the most peaceful and pleasant are...
1,740,000 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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