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Portugal Business & Investor Visa from Dubai, UAE

Residence by business, start-up and qualifying investment.

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Processing time
Commonly several months depending on the route and due diligence
Indicative cost
Investment thresholds vary widely by route, plus application fees; verify current figures before applying
Family
Spouse & children included
Apply from
Dubai / UAE

D2 Entrepreneur and investment routes

The D2 Entrepreneur and investment routes is one of the routes UAE residents use to reach Portugal. This page sets out who the route is for, the eligibility criteria, the documents you will need, indicative costs and timelines, and the step-by-step process, so you can decide whether it fits your situation before you commit.

Residence by business, start-up and qualifying investment. If you are applying from Dubai or anywhere in the Emirates, The Migration Station can assess your profile honestly and prepare a complete, well-evidenced application.

Who the Portugal Business & Investor Visa is for

Entrepreneurs and investors planning a business in Portugal

High-net-worth applicants seeking residency through investment

Founders who can evidence a lawful source of funds

Portugal Business & Investor Visa: eligibility requirements

  • For the D2, a viable business plan and investment into a Portuguese company or activity
  • For investment routes, a qualifying investment such as funds or business creation under the current rules
  • Proof of resources to support yourself while the business develops
  • Access to the required investment or business capital
  • A viable, well-researched business plan or qualifying investment
  • A lawful, clearly documented source of funds
  • Management or entrepreneurial experience where the route requires it

Documents usually needed

Valid passport and recent passport photographs
UAE residence visa and Emirates ID copies
Completed application forms for the chosen route
Business plan and supporting market research
Proof of investment funds and their lawful source
Company documents or evidence of business experience
Financial statements and bank references

Exact requirements depend on your route and are confirmed at your assessment.

Benefits of the Portugal Business & Investor Visa

Key advantage

The same five-year path to permanent residency and citizenship

Key advantage

Family reunification available with the main applicant

Residency through investment

Secure residency for your family by investing in or building a business in Portugal.

Grow in a stable economy

Operate or invest within a transparent, well-regulated market.

Family included

Bring your spouse and dependent children, with rights to live, work and study in Portugal.

The Portugal Business & Investor Visa process, step by step

  1. 1

    Free eligibility assessment

    We evaluate your profile against every Portugal business & investor route and confirm the strongest, most realistic pathway for you.

  2. 2

    Strategy & document checklist

    Your case manager maps out the route, timeline and exact documents you need, tailored to your situation.

  3. 3

    Preparation & evidence

    We help you gather, organise and verify your evidence so your file is complete, consistent and compliant.

  4. 4

    Application & submission

    We complete and lodge your application, then track its progress and respond to any requests from the authorities.

  5. 5

    Decision & relocation

    On approval we support your biometrics, landing and first steps settling into Portugal.

Portugal Business & Investor Visa: frequently asked questions

Portugal has changed its investment-residence rules and removed property-based options, while routes such as qualifying funds and business creation remain under revised conditions. Rules continue to change, so we confirm which investment options are currently open before you commit.

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