Golden Visa programs in 2025: a practical comparison
Golden Visa programs grant residency, and in some cases a pathway to citizenship, to investors who make qualifying contributions. The right choice depends on your mobility goals, lifestyle, investment appetite, and family plans. Below is a high level, practical comparison to help you decide.
Portugal Golden Visa
- Investment routes: Capital transfers, fund subscriptions, research or cultural support, and other specified options. Real estate pathways have evolved, so careful review is essential.
- Benefits: Residence in an EU country with access to the Schengen Area for travel. Possibility of citizenship subject to residency and language criteria.
- Ideal for: Investors seeking European lifestyle flexibility and a balanced route toward long term settlement.
Spain Investor Residence
- Investment routes: Real estate acquisition at a qualifying threshold, financial assets, or business projects of general interest.
- Benefits: Residency rights in Spain, family inclusion, and Schengen travel access.
- Ideal for: Those who value Spain’s lifestyle, education options, and a clear property led path.
Greece Golden Visa
- Investment routes: Property acquisition at region specific thresholds or approved financial options.
- Benefits: Cost efficient entry point to EU residency with Schengen travel privileges and no minimum physical stay requirement for renewal under current rules.
- Ideal for: Investors prioritizing affordability and straightforward renewals.
UAE Long Term Residency
- Investment routes: Property, business, and talent based options under long term residence categories.
- Benefits: Dynamic business hub, tax friendly environment, world class infrastructure, and family friendly visas.
- Ideal for: Entrepreneurs and professionals building a Middle East base with strong connectivity.
Key decision factors
- Define lifestyle and mobility goals for you and your family.
- Choose asset class you are comfortable holding for the required period.
- Map language, stay, and civic integration requirements early.
- Plan exit strategy and total cost of ownership, not just entry cost.
How PG International supports your choice
We evaluate eligibility, model costs and timelines, introduce verified partners, and manage your file end to end so you move forward with confidence.
Note: Regulations may change. Confirm current program rules before committing to any route.
