Portugal – Golden Residence Permit (GRP)
Portugal is the Westernmost Country in Europe. Portugal is considered one of the most globalized and peaceful Nations throughout the World and has a very low crime rate. Portugal also boasts a thriving tourism sector, although Portuguese is the official Language English is widely spoken due to it’s thriving tourism sector. Portugal is a Schengen and European Union Member and has used the Euro as it’s official currency since 2002.
Portugal introduced the Golden Residence Permit (GRP) in 2012 and it is one of the longest standing EU Residence by Investment Programs in existence. The GRP requires an individual to make an investment into Portugal using one of three investment options. Once 5 years on valid Residence has been realised the main applicant and dependents would then become eligible to apply for Portuguese Citizenship.