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Costs and fees · Updated 2 Nov 2026Portugal Golden Visa cost in 2026: AIMA fees and a calculator for your family
- Government fees per person (AIMA table from 1 March 2026): first card €8,418.90, or €6,314.20 on the digital channel.
- Renewal is €4,210.30 (€3,157.80 digital) and permanent residence €11,786.70. Every family member pays.
- The investment is on top: €250,000 to €500,000 depending on the route, or 10 jobs.
Golden Visa cost calculator
Choose your route and family, and see the investment plus the government fees from the first card to permanent residence. Legal and translation costs are yours to enter, because they depend on the case.
Per-person amounts follow AIMA's table in force from 1 March 2026. Renewal periods are being confirmed after the 2025 and 2026 amendments to Lei 23/2007, so set the number of renewals yourself. Confirm every amount with AIMA before paying.
AIMA Golden Visa fees per person in 2026
Government fees per person, from AIMA's table in force from 1 March 2026. The digital channel is cheaper where it is available.
| Fee | Standard | Digital channel |
|---|---|---|
| Analysis of application | Not listed | €632.10 |
| First ARI card (investor and each family member) | €8,418.90 | €6,314.20 |
| ARI renewal | €4,210.30 | €3,157.80 |
| Permanent residence for ARI holder | €11,786.70 | Not listed |
Minimum Golden Visa investment by route
| Route | Minimum | Low-density areas |
|---|---|---|
| Investment or venture capital funds (5+ year maturity, 60%+ in Portuguese companies) | €500,000 | No reduction |
| Scientific research | €500,000 | €400,000 |
| Artistic production or national cultural heritage (GEPAC declaration) | €250,000 | €200,000 |
| Company creation or capital increase, with 5 new jobs (or keeping 10) for 3 years | €500,000 | No reduction |
| Job creation | 10 jobs | 8 jobs |
Source: AIMA, art. 90.º-A, Lei 23/2007, GEPAC. Real estate and capital transfers stopped qualifying for new applications in October 2023.
Family of four: government fees on the digital channel
Two adults and two children, first card, analysis fee, two renewals and permanent residence. The investment is on top of this.
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| First ARI card | €25,256.80 |
| Analysis of application | €2,528.40 |
| Two renewals (2 × 4 people) | €25,262.40 |
| Permanent residence | €47,146.80 |
| Government fees, family of four | €100,194.40 |
Assumes the digital-channel amounts apply to everyone, and that the permanent residence fee is the amount AIMA lists. Your file may differ.
Other Golden Visa costs to budget for
Costs we can help you plan
- Legal fees for the route, the application and the follow-up
- Certified translations of your documents
- Apostilles and consular legalisation: see our apostille service and embassy legalisation service
- Your Portuguese tax number: get your NIF
Costs that depend on the route
- Funds: subscription and management fees, set in each fund's documents
- Cultural route: the contribution is non-repayable
- Company or job creation: set-up and payroll costs
- Later: renewals and permanent residence
Costs and fees: frequently asked questions
How much does the Portugal Golden Visa cost in 2026?
Two parts: the qualifying investment (€250,000 to €500,000 by route, or 10 jobs) and government fees. AIMA's table in force from 1 March 2026 sets the first ARI card at €8,418.90 per person, or €6,314.20 through the digital channel.
Does every family member pay the AIMA card fee?
Yes. The table lists the first ARI card for the investor and for each family member, so a family of four pays four times the per-person fee.
How much does Golden Visa renewal cost?
AIMA's table lists renewal at €4,210.30 per person, or €3,157.80 through the digital channel. Renewals moved to AIMA's online portal on 16 February 2026.
How much is permanent residence for a Golden Visa holder?
The table lists €11,786.70 for permanent residence for an ARI holder. Permanent residence after 5 years is unchanged in 2026.
What other costs should I budget for?
Legal fees, apostilles and certified translations, the Portuguese tax number (NIF), and for the funds route the fund's own subscription and management fees, which are set in each fund's documents.
Are the AIMA fees the same for every route?
The AIMA table applies to the residence permit itself, whatever the route. The investment amount depends on the route you choose.
Why does the calculator use two filing channels?
AIMA's table shows a standard price and a digital-channel price for the card and renewal. The digital channel is cheaper where it is available to you, so we show both.
Can you confirm my exact costs?
Yes. Send us your route and family details and we will confirm the fees that apply to your file and what to budget for the rest.
Official sources
Figures on this page were checked on 2 November 2026. Always confirm amounts and dates with the official source before you act.
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