The Portuguese Golden Visa Program (ARI – Residence Permit for Investors) is an option for foreign investors who wish to obtain a residence permit that allows the exemption of a visa to enter in Portugal. Besides the authorization to live and work in Portugal, with a minimum stay of only 7 days per year, the

Acquisition of real estate in Portugal – Part II – Applying for Portuguese Tax Number and Portuguese bank account opening
By Óscar Alberto Madureira – Lawyer at Lektou Advogados, Portugal The purchase of a real estate in Portugal requires the non-resident buyer to have a Portuguese Tax Number (número de identificação fiscal a.k.a. NIF). The NIF can be obtained with any division of Portuguese Tax Authority (Autoridade Tributária) and will have a national coverage. I.e.
To successfully invest in Portugal you should seek the guidance and assistance of reliable partners that have a solid knowledge of the market. Thus, you can base your decision on the most accurate and relevant data available. Banco Nacional Ultramarino (BNU) has a deep understanding of both Macau and Portugal, being able to provide you
By Óscar Alberto Madureira – Lawyer Lektou Advogados, Portugal Although Macau and Portugal are separated by more than 10 000 miles, both jurisdiction share the same legal framework background which means that legal treatment for several different kind of human activities and procedures is often similar. Despite some recent changes in Portuguese legal framework covering
To buy a house is always a major decision. If the property is overseas, it can seem even a bigger one. That is why you should always choose the best partners to guide you all the steps of the way. From the identification of the ideal property to the financial aspects of the investment, BNU