Portugal Golden Visa Fund | Pela Terra — Sustainable EU Residency

Portugal's Golden Visa

Why Investors Choose Portugal's Golden Visa

A family visa — gain EU residency for your spouse, children, and dependent parents

No relocation required — only 7 days per year in Portugal

Path to EU citizenship after 10 years of residency

Portugal's Golden Visa is the premier residence-by-investment programme in Europe. It offers a direct path to EU residency and, after ten years, eligibility for citizenship — without requiring you to relocate.

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Your Timeline

Each Step From Investment to European Citizenship Eligibility

1

Initial consultations

An initial discovery call to understand your goals & answer your questions and explain the Golden Visa. Follow up call with Advisory Team to go deeper on the investment side.

2

Due diligence and documentation

We connect you with vetted immigration lawyers who prepare your application. We guide you through every document.

3

Invest & apply for Golden Visa

You invest €500,000 into the Pela Terra fund. We deploy into productive agricultural assets, while your lawyer submits your Golden Visa application.

4

Residency card issued

You & your family receive your Portuguese residency permits. Visit for 7 days per year to maintain your status.

5

Permanent Residency (No Investment Required)

After 5 years, you can apply for permanent residency. Once acquired, you no longer need to remain invested. Continue visiting Portugal for 7 days a year.

6

Citizenship eligibility

10 years after first receiving your residency card, you become eligible for Portuguese citizenship — granting an EU passport and the right to live and work anywhere in the European Union. You no longer need to visit Portugal for 7 days a year.

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Why Pela Terra?

A safer path to EU residency

Portugal's first and largest agriculture-focused Golden Visa fund. Over €80M under management and 250+ American families assisted.

Capital preservation

Farmland is the lowest-volatility asset class for Portugal's Golden Visa

Concierge service

A dedicated team and investor portal for every step of your journey

Positive impact

Regenerative agriculture that restores soil health and creates rural employment

Proven track record

Two successful fund vintages with Fund III launching in 2026

€80M+

Under management

1,000+

Hectares

CMVM

Regulated

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*Capital is at risk; target returns cannot be guaranteed.

Leadership

Your Advisory Team

Experienced professionals guiding your investment and residency journey.

Nathan Hadlock

Pela Terra Advisory Committee

Previously a Silicon Valley engineer specialising in soil technology

Alex Lawry-White

Pela Terra Advisory Committee

Previously in real estate finance and social entrepreneurship in London

Pela Terra's funds are regulated by the Portuguese Securities Market Authority (CMVM), under the supervision of ESMA.

EU Residency Benefits

Benefits of Securing EU Residency Through Portugal

A single investment opens the door to a second home for your family across all 27 EU member states.

Whole-family coverage

Include your spouse, children under 26, and dependent parents on a single investment — no additional investment required.

Visa-free travel in Europe

Live, work, or study across all 27 EU member states. Travel freely throughout the Schengen area without visa restrictions.

No relocation needed

The Portuguese Golden Visa requires only 7 days per year in Portugal. Continue living and working where you are today.

Potential financial returns

Your €500K is invested in productive agricultural assets. The fund targets annual dividend payments and capital appreciation.*

Path to citizenship

After 10 years of residency, become eligible for citizenship, granting the right to live and work anywhere in the EU.

A Plan B for your family

Access to European healthcare, education, and stability. A meaningful option for families seeking geographic diversification.

*Investments are subject to market fluctuations; capital is at risk; target returns cannot be guaranteed.

Eligibility

Who Qualifies for the Portugal Golden Visa?

The Golden Visa is designed for international investors seeking EU residency without the need to relocate. Qualification is based on a few clear criteria.

You are able to make a minimum investment of €500,000 into a qualifying Portuguese fund

You are a non-EU citizen (or wish to gain residency for non-EU family members)

You can commit to spending a minimum of 7 days per year in Portugal

You have a clean criminal record and can pass standard background checks

Check Your Eligibility

"In the 18 months we have been invested with Pela Terra, their communication and transparency has been very good. If I had to do it over again, I would make the same choice."

Max

Equities Investor — Chicago, USA

"The concierge service made the entire process seamless. From our first call to receiving our residency cards, the Pela Terra team was with us every step of the way."

Kenton

Business Owner — New York, USA

"We wanted a Plan B for our family that didn't require uprooting our lives. Pela Terra gave us exactly that — EU residency with an investment we feel genuinely good about."

Leslie

Family Office — San Francisco, USA

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Portugal Golden Visa programme still active? +

Yes. While residential real estate was removed as a qualifying investment route in October 2023, the Golden Visa programme continues. Fund investments of €500,000 remain a qualifying route. Pela Terra's funds are regulated by the Portuguese Securities Market Authority (CMVM).

How much investment is required to qualify? +

The minimum investment into a qualifying Portuguese fund is €500,000. There are additional government application fees of approximately €20,000. We provide a detailed breakdown of all costs during your consultation.

Can my family be included on my Golden Visa? +

Yes. Your spouse or life partner, children, and financially dependent parents can all be included on a single Golden Visa application — with one investment.

Do I need to move to Portugal? +

No. The Portuguese Golden Visa requires only 7 days per year in Portugal. You can continue living and working wherever you are today. This is what makes it distinct from most European residency programmes.

How long does the application process take? +

The Portuguese government aims to issue residency cards within 6 months of investment. Historical processing times have been longer, though significant improvements have been made. We recommend planning for approximately one year.

What happens to my investment? +

Your €500,000 is invested into Pela Terra's CMVM-regulated agriculture fund, which acquires productive Portuguese farmland. The fund targets annual dividend payments and capital appreciation, though returns are not guaranteed. Capital is at risk.

What is the path to permanent residency? +

After 10 years of residency, you become eligible for citizenship, granting the right to live and work anywhere in the EU. The pathway to citizenship and Portuguese passports is currently under updated legislation. We recommend speaking with our team for the latest information.

Impact Investment

Your Investment Restores Portuguese Farmland

Pela Terra practises regenerative agriculture — restoring degraded land, improving soil health, and increasing biodiversity across Portugal's Alentejo region.

Your capital funds real agricultural operations: olive groves, almond orchards, and sustainable farming projects that create local employment and contribute to Portugal's rural economy.

This isn't a token gesture. Regenerative agriculture is at the core of our investment thesis — producing financial returns while leaving the land in better condition than we found it.

5,000+

Hectares managed

200+

Local jobs created

3

Fund vintages

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Why Investors Choose Portugal's Golden Visa