Portugal Golden Visa investment funds have become the most popular pathway to residency since the real estate option was removed from the program.

Portugal Golden Visa Fund Requirements

RequirementDetails
Minimum investment€500,000
RegulationCMVM regulated
Minimum duration5 years
Portuguese investmentAt least 60%

Portugal Golden Visa Investment Fund Directory

The funds listed below are examples of CMVM-regulated investment funds that may qualify for the Portugal Golden Visa program. Investment eligibility and availability may change, so investors should conduct independent due diligence before investing.

# Fund Name Assets Area Period  Minimum Investment 
1 Pela Terra Fund II Agriculture 8  200,000 €
2 Portugal Liquid Opportunities Fund Equities Perpetual 100,000 €
3 Terra Nova Fund  Agriculture 8 100,000 €
4 C2 X Legacy Buy Out Fund Companies 8 150,000 €
5 New Frontiers Energy Fund Energy 8 100,000 €
6 Iberian Net Zero Fund Renewable Energy 8 150,000 €
7 Sharing Education Fund II Schools 10 100,000 €
8 Container Fund Companies 10 50,000 €
9 Indexed Fund Financial 10 50,000 €
10 Ando Europe Fund Hospitality 7 200,000 €
11 Greytech Co-investment Fund Companies 8 50,000 €
12 Bluetech III Fund Technology 12 100,000 €
13 Optimize Portugal Golden Opportunities Fund Equities Perpetual 1,000 €
14 Mercuri Fund Companies 7 100,000 €
15 Indico VC Fund II Technology 10 250,000 €
16 Kick-Off Capital Fund Football 10 100,000 €
17 BlueCrow Finance Fund Energy 8 100,000 €
18 BlueCrow Football Strategies Fund Football 10 100,000 €
19 BlueCrow Entertainment Fund Hospitality 8 100,000 €
20 BlueCrow Agrobusiness Fund Agriculture 8 100,000 €
21 BlueCrow Development Fund I Hospitality 6 500,000 €
22 Hospitality Expansion Fund Hospitality 9 100,000 €
23 Unbound Fund Bitcoin 8 100,000 €
24 Hotel Invest Fund Hospitality 12 100,000 €
25 Heed Top Fund Equities Perpetual 100,000 €
26 Dipalo Heed Climate Tech Fund II Technology 10 200,000 €
27 FCT Equity Energy 8 100,000 €
28 Venture’s Fund I Start-ups 8 150,000 €
29 Emerald Green Capital Fund Energy 7 250,000 €
30 First Pharma Fund Pharmacy 8 500,000 €
31 Sixty Degrees Ações Portugal Fund Equities Perpetual 100,000 €
32 Portugal Golden Income Fund Equities Perpetual 100,000 €
33 Horizon Fund Equities Perpetual 100,000 €
34 Quadrantis Private Equity Fund Equities 10 200,000 €
35 Quadrantis Private Equity Hospitality Fund Hospitality 10 100,000 €
36 Portuguese Energy Efficiency Investment Fund II Energy 10 100,000 €
37 Golden Leisure Fund Hospitality 10 100,000 €
38 Legacy Fund Collectible Cars 10 100,000 €
39 Mercan Private Equity Hospitality Fund I Hospitality 6 250,000 €
40 Portugal Panorama FCR Multiple Sectors 8 100,000 €
41 Vida Fund II Hospitality 6,5 250,000 €
42 Greenpower Portugal Fund Energy 50,000 €
43 PIC Capital Fund I Hospitality 10 100,000 €
44 RYSE Golden Opportunities Fund Healthcare  100,000 €

Types of Funds in the Portugal Golden Visa Investment Fund Directory

Portugal Golden Visa investment funds generally fall into several categories, depending on their investment strategy and risk profile.

Venture Capital Funds

These funds invest in innovative startups and high-growth companies, supporting Portugal’s entrepreneurial ecosystem.

Private Equity Funds

Focused on established companies, private equity funds aim to create value through expansion, restructuring, or acquisitions.

Mutual Funds

Some regulated mutual funds may qualify for the Golden Visa program and offer diversified exposure across multiple sectors.

Key Sectors in Portugal Golden Visa Investment Funds

Golden Visa funds invest across several sectors of the Portuguese economy, including:

  • Technology – startups in software, fintech, and artificial intelligence
  • Energy – renewable energy projects such as solar and wind
  • Agriculture – wine production, sustainable farming, and food exports
  • Tourism & Hospitality – indirect investments linked to Portugal’s tourism sector

To learn about the advantages and risks of Golden Visa investment funds, read our complete guide to Portugal Golden Visa funds.

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Frequently Asked Questions

The minimum investment required for Portugal Golden Visa investment funds is €500,000. The fund must be regulated by the Portuguese Securities Market Commission (CMVM) and invest primarily in Portuguese companies.

Investors are generally required to maintain their investment for at least five years, which aligns with the minimum residency period required to apply for Portuguese citizenship.

Yes. Golden Visa investment funds must be regulated by the CMVM (Comissão do Mercado de Valores Mobiliários), Portugal’s financial regulatory authority.

Yes. The Portugal Golden Visa program allows investors to include family members such as a spouse, dependent children, and dependent parents under the same application.

Like any investment, Golden Visa funds carry some level of risk, depending on the fund strategy, sector focus, and market conditions. Investors should always perform due diligence and consult financial professionals before investing.