Donate €250,000 to
Portuguese arts, national
heritage, or culture
Slots are limited.
We track certified projects
and manage the queue as
demand exceeds availability.
What are eligible donation options
Only GEPAC-certified projects qualify. Availability is extremely limited. Slots within approved projects are scarce.
We monitor which projects are certified, track remaining capacity, and coordinate directly with institutions. When demand exceeds availability, we manage the queue. It is the lowest capital threshold in the program. But patience is required.
Benefits
of opting
for donation option
Contribute to art & heritage
Be a proud donor and bolster nation's cultural sector.
Low upfront investment
This is the cheapest option available.
Government approved
Only Government (GEPAC) approved projects are eligible.
Easy and fast
Hands-off and a hassle-free route to the Golden Visa.
Disadvantages
of opting
for donation option
No or low earning potential
Expect no or very little returns.
Low availability of options
This option requires strict and bureaucratic steps for it to be
approved by the Government.
approved by the Government.
What are the requirements for the donation route
Two requirements apply: the project must be government-approved, and the investor must meet program criteria.
Requirements for an
eligible donation project
eligible donation project
The project must be be approved by Government entity GEPAC
(Bureau for Cultural Strategy, Planning and Assessment of the Ministry of Culture).
(Bureau for Cultural Strategy, Planning and Assessment of the Ministry of Culture).
Requirements
for the investor
for the investor
As per the law the investor is required to invest €250.000 or €200.000 if the
cultural venture is situated in a designated low-density area. Additionally, investors
must comply with all legal requirements set forth by the Golden Visa program.
cultural venture is situated in a designated low-density area. Additionally, investors
must comply with all legal requirements set forth by the Golden Visa program.