One way to secure a residency in Portugal is by a D2 Visa (or Entrepreneur’s Visa). This is a popular option in foreign business circles because it allows a non-resident entrepreneur to obtain a residence permit for themselves and their family members by establishing a company or investing in one.
The Portuguese D2 Visa simultaneously gives the investor the right to freely move in the Schengen area, receive citizenship, live in the country on a long-term basis, and take advantage of a number of tax incentives, including those given by the status of a Non-Habitual Resident (NHR).
The team of Q Wealth portal experts offers a range of services jointly with our Portuguese partners that will help you obtain a D2 Visa. Our experts also provide assistance with other program features with minimum involvement of the customer. Take advantage of a free session provided by our specialists right now to discuss all the specifics and apply for a residence permit in Portugal!
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What is a Portuguese D2 Entrepreneur’s Visa?
D2, also called an Entrepreneur’s Visa, was specially developed in Portugal for company owners and sole proprietors. The residence permit is issued for two years and can be subsequently extended for three more years, after which the foreigner can apply for permanent residence in Portugal, and also Portuguese citizenship.
Applicants eligible for D2 Visa program in Portugal in 2025:
- Founders of new companies in Madeira and mainland Portugal
- Foreign investors who purchased a ready-made business in the country
- Sole proprietors
- Founders of a foreign company subsidiary in the territory of the Republic of Portugal
Additionally, the applicant’s relatives, spouses, and dependents can apply under the family reunification program for residency, although it is a distinctive visa.
The D2 Portuguese Entrepreneur’s Visa differs from the Investor’s Golden Visa and D7 Visa as it has minimal requirements for financial provision and investments. However, if you want to obtain a residence permit, you are required to have enough money to live in the country and carry out business activities for a year ahead.
For your reference: a preliminary D2 Visa is issued for 4 months. During this period, the entrepreneur has to enter the country, prepare the documents, and apply for a Portuguese residence permit. You can skip this stage if you have a valid Schengen visa. You will get support from seasoned experts of our portal at all stages, from obtaining a Schengen visa to a residence permit and bank account!
Advantages of Portuguese Residence Permit for Foreign Citizens
Let’s look at some important benefits of the D2 Visa to understand further prospects after you migrate to Portugal:
- A residence permit in a well-developed and safe European country with the right to freely travel to other EU states.
- Business in Portugal + good tax incentives in the Azores or Madeira
- A possibility to obtain European citizenship after five years of residence.
- D2 Visa gives the right to family reunification and obtaining a residence permit by the spouse, children, parents, or siblings who are financially dependent on the main visa applicant.
- The tax regime for non-residents (NHR) is open to citizens who have not been Portuguese tax residents over the past five years and are not citizens of the EU or Switzerland. The preferential tax treatment covers income tax, rent tax, pension tax, and other payments and is valid for 10 years.
- The Portuguese residence permit opens the way to the state healthcare system, free/paid education, and the European market of products/services.
Madeira is an autonomous territory of Portugal, and located there is an International Business Center of Madeira (IBCM) for foreign entrepreneurs that provides beneficial tax treatment for independent entrepreneurs and companies. Our experts will tell you how to register a company in Madeira quickly and efficiently on a remote basis.
Requirements for Entrepreneurs Seeking to Obtain a Portuguese Residence Permit
An entrepreneur will need to pass several stages to receive a Portuguese residence permit:
- Confirm that they have accommodation in the country (owned or rented).
- Register a company, buy a ready-made business, or open a subsidiary in Portugal.
- Prove income from business activities.
- Provide proof of subsistence funds available for themselves and dependents who will receive resident permits.
- Prepare and submit an application accompanied by relevant documents.
It is hard to obtain a Portuguese residence permit for entrepreneurs without expert assistance. If you want to simplify the procedure, reach our experts and take advantage of professional support!
Portuguese Residence Permit for Sole Proprietors and Company Owners: Documents
To apply for a Portuguese D2 Visa, you will need to provide both personal and business information. Foreign citizens will need to translate all documents into Portuguese (or English) in advance, notarize them, and have the information legalized (apostilled).
Documents for businesses and sole proprietors:
- A detailed business plan for the newly-created company or a sole proprietor with detailed reports.
- An investment declaration that states the amount invested in the Portuguese business and the amount planned to be additionally invested.
- Confirmation of available funds to develop business activities in Portugal during the planned term of stay (at least a year).
- Share capital: minimal investments at the initial stage which make up EUR 500 on average for small businesses in Portugal.
- Documents on business registration, including contracts, invoices, financial reports, and a bank statement.
- The number of employees and the planned number of workplaces.
You can register a sole proprietorship in Madeira, one of the most profitable centers for business development on the world market that offers good tax incentives!
Personal documents submitted by the applicant for the Portuguese Entrepreneur’s Visa:
Here is a list of documentation needed. Note that this is subject to change, but we can walk you through the steps in a free consultation.
- Proof of financial sufficiency of the main applicant and dependents. The minimum amount of funds owned by the main applicant for the Portuguese residence permit via D2 Visa is as follows (per year):
- 9,870 EUR per company founder or sole proprietor (this is the minimum annual salary in Portugal)
- An additional 50% of the minimum annual salary for a spouse: 4,935 EUR
- An additional 30% of the minimum annual salary for each child and other dependents: 2,962 EUR
- Certificate of criminal record issued by the law enforcement authorities of the country of residence, no earlier than 90 days before the application for the residence permit is submitted. Depending on where you have been resident, you may require multiple checks from each country.
- Confirmation of accommodation in Portugal: Property deed, rental agreement, or term of responsibility to confirm you are being hosted by a third party with their passport.
- Medical insurance: A tourist insurance policy that covers expenses for at least six months will be suitable for the primary D2 Visa and for the period of waiting for SEF’s reply
- A scanned copy of a foreign passport with an open tourist Schengen visa of any kind (we will help you get one). The document should expire no later than 6 months upon expiration of the primary visa (issued for 4 months).
- Two passport-sized color photos.
- NIF (taxpayer’s identification number) that we will obtain for you.
- Certificate of registration with the Social Insurance Fund of Portugal (the service is provided by our partners along with others).
- A bank account in Portugal that we will be happy to open for you.
Citizens of non-EU countries have to appoint a tax representative in Portugal. If you use the services of our specialists, this aspect is included in the total price. Our experts can also provide any assistance you need in concluding a long-term Portuguese real estate rental agreement to open a bank account and obtain a residence permit. It will simplify the procedure of application submission and reduce the costs for you.In 2025, Portugal amended the laws; as before, any mistakes regarding documentation could be amended within ten days. Now, any incomplete application is automatically disqualified. That is why assistance from our professionals is essential.
D2 Visa in Portugal: the Procedure of Applying for a Residence Permit
The process of applying for the Portuguese D2 Visa with our specialists includes the following stages:
- Free consultation and discussion of all the details, including the list of services, the region of residence in Portugal, the number of applicants, the form of business, the servicing bank, and so on.
- Payment for the services in any convenient way (bank transfer, cryptocurrency, payment via a digital bank, etc.).
- Preparation of documents, their legalization, translation, and notarization.
- Rental or purchase of real estate (at the customer’s discretion).
- Registration of the sole proprietorship, Limited Liability Company, or Joint-Stock Company in Portugal with turnkey business arrangements.
- Submission of an application for a residence permit in Portugal and obtaining the permit from the immigration authorities (SEF).
Each year, the number of applicants for Portuguese residence permits increases, and the application processing takes 12 months or more. However, the foreigners who initiated the procedure of obtaining a residence permit are allowed to live in the country for an unlimited period until they receive a response to the application from the migration service of Portugal.
What is the Price of the Portuguese D2 Visa?
Here are the standard expenses on the residence permit incurred by company founders and sole proprietors in Portugal in 2025:
| Investment in business | From EUR 5,000 and more, depending on the selected business (sole proprietorship, company, subsidiary, ready-made business) |
| Living expenses in accordance with the requirements | From €10,640 |
| Accommodation | The amount depends on the location and the type of ownership or rent |
| Additional expenses: notary, apostille, translation of documents, and so on | From €1,000 |
| Consular fee | €90 |
| Payment for the residence card | €155.5 |
| Medical insurance | From €400 |
| Opening a bank account | From €4,000 |
Cost of services provided by the experts of our portal:
- Obtaining an Entrepreneur’s Visa – EUR 5,500
- Company registration – EUR 5,400
- Opening a bank account in Portugal – from EUR 4,000
- Registration of a sole proprietor – from EUR 1,600
- Obtaining a Portuguese taxpayer’s number (NIF) – EUR 250
- Notarial costs and expenses on translation – EUR 350
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- A complimentary, fifteen-minute session (ideal for an overview of a service or to answer some specific questions).
- A paid, one-hour session with an expert, to dig into your specific needs and requirements (currently priced at 300 euros, reduced from 500).
Whatever option you choose, we are here to help you at every step of the process and can suggest any other options that may suit you.
If you want to receive a Portuguese residence permit quickly and without much hassle, rely on the assistance of professional agents and seasoned experts. Send your request to info@qwealthreport.com.
