Portugal runs an investment residency route managed by AIMA. Vietnamese nationals can apply on the same basis as other investors from outside the European Union. This page sets out the current position so you can plan.
Information, not advice. Figures are indicative and current as of June 2026. Always confirm the present rules with the official program authority and a licensed professional before you act.
Vietnamese nationals are eligible. As citizens of a country outside the European Union, they qualify for the Golden Visa on the same terms as most other foreign investors, and there is no reported nationality bar.
Applicants must generally be at least 18, hold a clean criminal record and make and maintain a qualifying investment for the required period. Confirm the live eligibility rules with AIMA.
The property purchase route was removed. Current qualifying options center on investment funds, capital for business, scientific research, support for cultural heritage and job creation. Confirm the live list of eligible routes with AIMA before committing any money.
AIMA processing has faced large backlogs and timelines vary with application volume. Plan for a long wait and confirm current scheduling with AIMA. The minimum physical stay is light, commonly a few days per year, and residency must be renewed on the published cycle.
The figures below are indicative entry points. Treat them as a starting point only and confirm the current amounts, fees and any fund rules with AIMA.
| Item | Indicative amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Qualifying investment fund | From EUR 500,000 | A common route for foreign applicants. Confirm the current minimum with AIMA |
| Cultural heritage support | From EUR 250,000 | Lower entry donation route. Confirm eligibility and the current figure with AIMA |
| Government and processing fees | Confirm the current figure with the official authority | Application, biometrics and renewal fees apply |
Figures are indicative and current as of June 2026. Agency for Integration, Migration and Asylum (AIMA) publishes the binding detail. Verify before you act.
Yes. Vietnamese nationals are eligible as investors from outside the European Union. Eligibility depends on making a qualifying investment and passing due diligence, not on nationality.
No. The property purchase route was removed. Qualifying options now focus on funds, business, research and cultural heritage. Confirm the current list with AIMA.
Portugal nationality rules have been under reform and the required residence period has been debated. Do not rely on a fixed number. Confirm the current naturalisation requirement with the official authority before planning.
Information, not advice. Figures are indicative and current as of June 2026. Always confirm the present rules with the official program authority and a licensed professional before you act.
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