Property Investment in Portugal as a Foreigner

Portuguese law does not restrict foreigners from acquiring real estate; they have the same rights as citizens of the country. Portugal is one of the most popular countries among investors in Europe.

The liquidity of real estate investments is confirmed by statistics: every quarter, the price per square metre of housing increases by an average of 1.9%. Seven years ago, a house of 100 m²  cost €85,500, and today it is sold for €340,000.

€3,400

Average price per 1 m²

1.9%

Average price growth per quarter

11%

Associated costs, of the property value

How the residential property price index is growing in Portugal

Cost of a 3-bedroom apartment in Portugal

€3.4 million

Penthouse in the centre of Lisbon, on the banks of the Tagus river

€1.25 million

Apartment in the historic centre of Porto

€450,000

Apartment in Aveiro, the Central Region

Real estate in Portugal

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Portugal, Lisbon

€285,000 — €295,000

Apartments in apart-hotel, Arroios, Lisbon
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Portugal, Sagres

€30,000,000+

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Portugal, Alcacer do Sal

€900,000+

Hotel apartment with scenic river view
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Portugal residence permit or citizenship by real estate investment

Golden Visa investors. Portugal has a state program for obtaining a residence permit for investors, the Golden Residence Permit Program.

The purchase of real estate as one of the options for obtaining a residence permit has been cancelled. Now, investors have the option of purchasing shares of investment funds, starting a business, and investing in science and culture with an investment threshold of €250,000.

Property terms for other residency applicants. Purchase or rent of real estate is a mandatory condition for obtaining a residence permit in Portugal for digital nomads and financially independent individuals.

The Portugal D7 Visa allows financially independent individuals to obtain a residence permit in Portugal if they confirm passive income outside the country in the amount of €920 per month.

The Portugal Digital Nomad Visa is available to freelancers, employees, and sole proprietors with an income of €3,680 per month.

Minimum real estate investment amount in Portugal

Unlimited

Property for the applicant’s personal living

To obtain a Digital Nomad visa or D7 Visa, one must provide a real estate purchase or lease agreement.

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Taxes and associated costs

Countries to buy a property and get residency or citizenship

We offer proven properties that comply with the conditions of government programs for investors. You can buy real estate and obtain a residence permit or citizenship.

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Malta28 properties

€375,000+

Permanent residency

6+ months

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€375,000+Permanent residency6+ months
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Grenada41 property

$270,000+

Citizenship

8+ months

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$270,000+Citizenship8+ months
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UAE129 properties

AED 750,000+

Residence permit

2+ months

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AED 750,000+Residence permit2+ months
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Spain29 properties

Not limited

Residence permit

4+ months

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Not limitedResidence permit4+ months
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Portugal43 properties

Not limited

Residency after D Visas

6+ months

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Igor Buglo

Material prepared by Igor Buglo, Head of the Maltese office, MBA

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​Frequently asked questions

  • How much is property tax in Portugal?

    Buyers of property in Portugal pay a one-time transfer tax of 0—7.5%. The rate depends on the transaction amount, the property location, and its purpose.

    Property owners in Portugal pay the annual property tax of 0.3—0.8% of the cadastral property value. If that value exceeds €600,000, they pay an additional 0.7 or 1% tax. Urban real estate owners pay an additional AIMI tax starting at 0.7%. Landlords pay a 25% tax on rental income.

    Sellers of property pay the 28% capital gains tax and the 0.4% sales tax.

  • Can a foreigner buy property in Portugal?

    Yes, foreigners can buy property in Portugal without restrictions. Portugal has no limitations on property ownership for non-residents, and foreigners can purchase, sell, and rent properties just like Portuguese citizens.

  • What are the pitfalls of buying property in Portugal?

    When buying property in Portugal, some pitfalls to consider include:

    1. High transaction Costs. Legal fees, taxes, and agent commissions can add up significantly, sometimes as much as 10% of the property’s value.

    2. Complex bureaucracy. The process can be slow and complex, with various bureaucratic hurdles such as obtaining a tax number (NIF) and dealing with language barriers.

  • How long can I stay in Portugal if I buy a house?

    If you buy a house in Portugal, the length of time you can stay depends on your visa or residency status. If you are from an EU/EEA country, you can stay without restrictions. 

    Without a residency permit, non-EU citizens can stay up to 90 days in a 180-day period under the Schengen visa rules.