From Dreams to Destinations
From Dreams to Destinations
Discover the unique opportunities Portugal offers for entrepreneurs looking to launch their startup. With a welcoming environment, access to funding, and a strategic location within the EU, the Startup Visa provides a solid foundation for growing your business in one of Europe's most dynamic markets.
Establish Your Global Presence
You have to pay between €220 and €360 to register your company in Portugal, depending on how you prepare your documents. You also pay €75 to reserve your company name. If you want to protect your brand, you pay around €100 for the first trademark category.
The government requires you to show funds equal to 12 times the Social Support Index (IAS). For 2025, this amounts to about €6,270 per person. Renting a place typically costs around €600 a month or more, so expect to spend at least €7,000 a year on housing.
You have to pay €90 to apply for the Startup Visa. After approval, you pay another €85 to get your residence permit. These fees are set by Portugal's immigration services.
You must join a certified incubator in Portugal. Their fees vary, so you need to ask each incubator for their prices. You also need to buy health insurance, which costs about €400 per year.
Your Gateway to Startup Visa Portugal: €10,440+ in a Bank Account 6-12 Months Waiting Period 180 Countries Visa-Free Entry
A certified Anti-Money Laundering officer performs due diligence to identify any potential issues early. Meanwhile, you prepare your business plan, motivation letter, CV, criminal record certificate, and proof of funds. Our legal team helps you obtain your Portuguese tax and social security numbers.
You have to submit your startup project and application online to IAPMEI, Portugal's agency for innovation support. Next, you reach out to business incubators, attend interviews, and secure approval from one to back your project.
IAPMEI reviews your application within 30 days. You can track its progress online. Once approved, they send you a declaration of participation that is valid for six months.
You have to apply for your Startup Visa at the Portuguese consulate in your country. After receiving the visa, you will travel to Portugal and make your appointment at the Agency for Integration, Migration and Asylum (AIMA) to submit your documents.
AIMA approves your application and issues your residence permit card, which is useful for two years and can be renewed for three more. After 5-years, you can apply for permanent residence or citizenship in Portugal.
Our expert-driven process is faster, easier, and completely hassle-free.
| Terms | Startup Visa | Golden Visa |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | Not Defined | €250,000+ |
| Processing Time | 6+ months | 12+ months |
| Residency | 9 months continuously or 8 months | 7 days a year |
| Family | Included | Included |
| Investment Period | 5+ years | 5+ years |
| Fees | €85 per person | €6,045 per person |
