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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!

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.

IMPORTANT - Disclaimer :
All information provided is believed to be current and provided free of charge. No liability can be accepted for the reliability of the information and statements made as this is obtained from 3rd parties. We always recommend you take legal advice from a fully qualified Lawyer or Notary before buying a property overseas.

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Modern 3 bedroom Villa for sale with sea view in Quarteira, Algarve

Bright and modern 3 bedroom semi-detached villa, set in a quiet setting in the Quarteira area of Vilamoura and with lovely views overlooking the Marina. Totally refurbished, well-equipped and furn......

1,125,000 EURREF: 242705

Spectacular 6 bedroom villa, with a bright and spacious living area of 400m, set within a large mature 6,660m2 garden with a swimming pool, located in a quiet setting in Pinhal Novo. Spread over 3......

1,120,000 EURREF: 247073

New Build 3 bedroom Penthouse for sale with sea view in Carcavelos, Cascais, Central Portugal

Luxurious newly built 3 bedroom penthouse apartment, with a total bright and spacious living area of 150m2, plus a vast 114m2 terrace with lovely views towards the sea. Located in Carcavelos area......

1,114,500 EURREF: 239987

3 bedroom Duplex for sale with Income Potential in Cascais, Central Portugal

Historical Building in the Centre of Cascais. The building is composed by two apartments: one 2 bedroom apartment and one 1 bedroom apartment, with completely independent and autonomous entrances. ......

1,100,000 EURREF: 241744

Bright 4 bedroom Apartment for sale in Porto, Northern Portugal

Excellent 4 bedroom apartment situated within a luxurious condominium with and 24-hour doorman, garden and children's playground. With great sun exposure, a generous balcony and wide views over t......

1,100,000 EURREF: 242756

Project Plot of land for sale with sea view in Palmare, Algarve

An example of a new plot of land for sale in Palmares Beach and and Golf Resort in Lagos, Algarve. This exciting development allows the construction of your ideal home on one of the extraordinar......

1,100,000 EURREF: 242498

Stylish 6 bedroom Villa for sale with sea view in Boliqueime, Algarve

Superb 6 bedroom villa in the desirable and picturesque Portuguese village of Boliqueime, with landscaped gardens and generous plot of 2 acres, with fabulous views to the sea. This villa of 334m2......

1,100,000 EURREF: 242492

New Build 5 bedroom Villa for sale in Azeitao, Alentejo Southern Portugal

Impressive and stylish 5 bedroom villa in Casas de Azeitao, featuring contemporary and minimalist elements, offering simplicity, functionality and an elegant aesthetic. This 5 bedroom villa, wi......

1,100,000 EURREF: 245735

Superb 4 bedroom villa with stunning sea and mountain views, set on a quiet elevated plot of 1,120m2 with a swimming pool. Situated in a quiet setting in Boliqueime, this villa has large interior......

1,100,000 EURREF: 245929

Character 12 bedroom Villa for sale with countryside view in Cantanhede, Central Portugal

Full of character and charm, this spectacular 20th Century manor house, with a built area of 1,039m2 with 12 rooms, situated on a plot of about 1,909m2, located in a quiet setting in Cantanhede. T......

1,100,000 EURREF: 244252

Inviting 6 bedroom Villa for sale in Antas, Porto, Northern Portugal

Detached 6 bedroom villa located in a prime area of Antas, set in a plot of 555m2 and with a total built area of 448m2. This 6 bedroom villa also benefits from a closed garage for 1 car and outdoo......

1,090,000 EURREF: 243095

Immaculate 4 bedroom Apartment for sale in Azarujinha, Estoril, Central Portugal

Superb modern and spacious 4 bedroom apartment, with a total bright and beautifully presented living area of 168m2, located in Sao Joao do Estoril, just a few steps from the train station, the main......

1,085,700 EURREF: 234336

Full of charm and character is this spacious 4 bedroom single storey Quinta nestling in nearly an acre of beautiful mature gardens with pool, while enjoying panoramic countryside views from its loc......

1,085,000 EURREF: 247483

Opportunity to redevelop a 7 bedroom property in the heart of Sintra. The spacious 252m2 property with vacant possession comes with approved architectural project and licenses already paid, for t......

1,080,000 EURREF: 247630

Newly built 3 bedroom apartment in the centre of Cascais, close to all amenities and just a 10 minute walk from the station and the beach. The stylish 143m2 property comes with use of a communal......

1,055,000 EURREF: 247527

Renovated 5 bedroom Villa for sale in Vilamoura, Algarve

Beautiful traditional-style Portuguese villa, recently renovated and offering spacious and comfortable living. The property was built in 1950, and has been tastefully and stylishly restored whilst ......

1,050,000 EURREF: 233610

Modern 4 bedroom Villa for sale with sea view in Canidelo, Porto, Northern Portugal

Luxurious modern and contemporary 4 bedroom villa with pool and garden, offering wonderful ocean views from its ideal location in a privileged area near to the beach and all amenities in Canidelo. ......

1,000,000 EURREF: 242681

New, modern 3 bedroom architect designed villa nestling in half an acre of beautiful landscaped gardens, enjoying stunning views of the Serra do Montejunto from its location near Obidos. Situated......

1,000,000 EURREF: 247403

Quiet 4 bedroom Villa for sale with countryside view in Sao Bras de Alportel, Algarve

Traditional style 4 bedroom villa with a private swimming pool, situated in a quiet setting in Sao Bras de Alportel. Set on a south facing plot of 2,924m2 and with a living area of 243m2, feature......

1,000,000 EURREF: 245298

Bright 4 bedroom Villa for sale with sea view in Loule, Algarve

Superb 4 bedroom villa with a swimming pool and sea and mountain views, located in a quiet setting in Loule. With spacious terraces with unobstructed sea and mountain views, a good swimming pool a......

1,000,000 EURREF: 243954

Modern, bright and spacious 3 bedroom villa, which is ideally located just 150m from the sandy beach at Foz do Arelho, in a privileged position with spectacular sea views and within walking distanc......

999,000 EURREF: 246198

Enjoying far reaching countryside views to the sea beyond from the roof terrace, is this stunning 4 bedroom villa nestling in over an acre of beautiful landscaped gardens with pool and fruit trees,......

998,500 EURREF: 247866

Bright 3 bedroom Villa for sale in Massarelos, Porto, Northern Portugal

Beautiful villa which is ideally situated within one of the most emblematic districts of the city of Porto, in Massarelos. In excellent condition, with 3 fronts and noble finishes, this lovely ho......

998,000 EURREF: 244498

Bright 3 bedroom Apartment for sale with sea view in Porto de Mos, Algarve

Stunning 3 bedroom apartment located in the most sought after urbanisation of Porto de Mos in Lagos. The perfect combination of design and comfort just 5 minutes from the beach and 12 minutes from......

995,000 EURREF: 244339

Bright 4 bedroom Villa for sale with sea view and panoramic view views in Monchique, Algarve

Fantastically located 4 bedroom villa, which is situated in a dominant position on the verdant mountain of Monchique with unparalleled views over the beautiful mountain and sweeping expansive views......

995,000 EURREF: 244670

5 bedroom Villa for sale with sea view with Income Potential in Lagos, Algarve

Bright and spacious 3 storey, 5 bedroom luxury villa with separate apartment set in glorious mature gardens with pool, while enjoying panoramic sea and mountain views from its ideal location near t......

995,000 EURREF: 243461

Bright 4 bedroom Villa for sale in Paredes, Northern Portugal

Fantastic 4 bedroom country house, which is surrounded by a lovely garden with mature trees and flowers, located in a quiet area, yet close to Paredes. With excellent amenities and high quality f......

995,000 EURREF: 243507

Immaculate and stylish first floor apartment close to amenities in Almancil, next to the prestigious tennis academy, and walking distance to the beach. The 3 bedroom property comes with high qual......

995,000 EURREF: 247749

3 bedroom Villa for sale with panoramic and sea views in Quarteira, Algarve

Set in a beautiful landscaped garden with fruit trees, Jacuzzi and pool, is this fantastic 3 bedroom luxury new fully furnished villa, enjoying far reaching countryside views to the sea from its pe......

995,000 EURREF: 242662

Modern 2 bedroom Villa for sale in Troia, Grandola, Alentejo Southern Portugal

Stylish and modern 2 bedroom fully furnished villa with pool and garden, located near all amenities in Grandola. Situated in the Ocean Village condominium, this stunning property consists of a liv......

995,000 EURREF: 242575

Spacious and bright 3 storey, 4 bedroom villa with garden, located near all amenities in a privileged area in Bicesse, with unobstructed views. On the ground floor is an entrance hall, an equippe......

995,000 EURREF: 248014

Character 4 bedroom Villa for sale with sea view in Goldra, Loule, Algarve

Spacious character villa with Moorish inspired designs and versatile accommodation, with pool and large mature gardens in an elevated position with panoramic sea views. This 4990m2 property b......

990,000 EURREF: 212469

New luxury 5 bedroom modern villa with pool and garden, ideally located near the beach and all amenities in a peaceful area of Pataias. Situated just a few minutes from the famous Nazare beach, ......

990,000 EURREF: 247261

Stylishly renovated 2 bedroom luxury apartment with communal pool, ideally located near the golf course and all amenities in Almancil. This recently redecorated property has high-quality finishes ......

Enquire For PriceREF: 245762

Contemporary 4 bedroom Penthouse for sale with lake or river view in Lordelo do Ouro, Porto, Northern Portugal

Magnificent 4 bedroom penthouse apartment with a large terrace and stunning views over the Douro river, located in Lordelo do Ouro, Porto. With generous areas and an excellent sun exposure, havin......

990,000 EURREF: 243738

Bright 4 bedroom Villa for sale with countryside view and sea view views in Carvoeiro, Algarve

Beautifully presented and traditional 3+1 bedroom villa, set in a quiet setting within a mature garden of 2,730m2 with a swimming pool, located in a quiet setting in Carvoeiro. With a living area ......

990,000 EURREF: 245210

Inviting 3 bedroom Villa for sale in Arcozelo, Northern Portugal

Recently built 3+1 bedroom villa, situated right in front of Miramar Golf course and close to the beaches of Vila Nova de Gaia's outskirts. Property with large areas and well distributed, with no......

990,000 EURREF: 244336

Inviting 2 bedroom Apartment for sale with panoramic view in Cedofeita, Porto, Northern Portugal

This is a fantastic new duplex apartment, which is ideally situated within a prime location with a panoramic terrace in one of Porto's greatest neighbourhoods. The expansion and transformation of......

990,000 EURREF: 244549

Stylish 6 bedroom Villa for sale with countryside view in Amorosa, Sao Bartolomeu de Messines, Algarve

Rare opportunity to acquire a stylishly renovated 6 bedroom villa with pool and garden, enjoying far reaching countryside views from its roof terrace, located in the pretty village of Amorosa and j......

985,000 EURREF: 243322

Enclosed by traditional stone walls and accessed via a long cobblestone driveway, this unique 3 bedroom property has lots of potential. The main house, which is reached by a few stairs overlookin......

985,000 EURREF: 246012

6 bedroom Villa for sale with panoramic view in Loule, Algarve

Modern 6 bedroom villa in a private situation with great views of the Algarve mountains, away from the bustle of the city, yet close enough to all amenities. The villa comprises of 6 bedrooms, 4......

985,000 EURREF: 233614

Surrounded by 20 hectares of glorious land with expansive pool and petanque court, is this fabulous estate comprising a main house and guest house, enjoying far reaching countryside views from its ......

980,000 EURREF: 246140

Character 2 bedroom Villa for sale with lake or river view in Lordelo Do Ouro E Massarelos, Northern Portugal

Stylish 3 storey, 2 bedroom house enjoying panoramic river views from the roof terrace, ideally located in Lordelo Do Ouro E Massarelos. Situated on the banks of the Douro River, close to the icon......

975,000 EURREF: 244650

Bright and welcoming 5 bedroom apartment with a balcony, located next to the Jardim da Estrela and with a spacious living area of 181m2, plus a 14m2 balcony with unobstructed views. Set in a build......

970,000 EURREF: 247577

- 4 bedroom Apartment for sale in Sao Pedro Do Estoril, Estoril, Central Portugal

Luxurious, bright and spacious 4 bedroom apartment, with a total living area of 154m2, plus 231m2 of terraces, situated on a high floor of a luxury residence in Sao Pedro Do Estoril. Features incl......

970,000 EURREF: 233782

Spacious 3 bedroom Villa for sale in Praia da Luz, Algarve

Very well presented 3 bedroom modern villa with garden, ideally located near the beach and all amenities in Praia da Luz. The entrance hall leads to the cosy open-plan living area, which consists ......

965,000 EURREF: 244912

Stunning new 4 bedroom luxury villa with pool and garden, enjoying sea views from the roof terrace, ideally located near the beach and all amenities in a peaceful area of Santa Barbara de Nexe. Th......

960,000 EURREF: 247246

Modern and spacious property set within a large 27,630m2 plot and with a living area of 204m2, ideally situated in a quiet setting close to the village of Santa Susana, between Alcacer do Sal and M......

950,000 EURREF: 247302

Inviting 3 bedroom Apartment for sale in Quarteira, Algarve

Apartment located close to the Marina, near Falesia beach and golf courses, situated in one of noblest areas of Vilamoura and the Algarve. Set in one of the first constructions in Vilamoura Marina......

950,000 EURREF: 245009

8 bedroom Complex for sale with countryside view with Income Potential in Odemira, Alentejo Southern Portugal

Unique opportunity to acquire 3 well presented fully furnished villas nestling in over 2 acres of glorious land with pool, olive grove and fruit trees, enjoying far reaching countryside views from ......

950,000 EURREF: 244369

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