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According to Portugal government, IRN has still 230,000 pending nationality applications, most of them from Brazilians who apply based on descent, marriage, or five years of residency. Between 2015 and 2023, Portugal granted around 250,000 nationalities, averaging 30,000 per year. Processing delays, which can exceed two years, have impacted new applications. In September, the IRN…

The Portuguese Venture capital funds are investment vehicles that seek private equity to invest in early startups and small companies, are typically high-risk investments to support growth, where capital is not guaranteed producing above 15% returns. Most VC funds are considereed closed-ended, means the capital can be redeemed after lock period (no liquidity). Venture capital…

Portugal has always been all time favourite and unbeatable and award winning golden visa program in Europe. Not long ago, we crowned Portugal as the No.1 golden visa program in our Best golden visa rankings. Many investors dont realize the significance of why Portugal is particularly popular stands out amongst others. Below are solid reasons…

Alternative Investment Funds (AIFs) are private investment funds that invest in non-traditional asset classes like real estate, commodities, cryptocurrencies, and hedge funds. AIF does not fall into conventional investment categories, which are stocks, bonds, or cash etc. Private equity or venture capital, hedge funds, real property, commodities, and tangible assets are all examples of alternative…

Golden Visas programs often are tied to property investments or investment funds. The Caveat is ordinary investors may find it difficult to understand the true benefits of investing in a fund versus buying a property. Real Estate is suitable for those looking for stable income (through rental income) and long-term capital appreciation. Investment Funds, on…

The AIMA immigration agency will be reopening 90 day processing service, starting from January 15, 2025, for ARI residence authorization procedure (with family reunification), for people who have invested at least €500,000 euros in Portugal through investment fund or capital transfer in companies creating atleast 10 jobs . AIMA promises that decisions on applications will…