Golden Visa Fund Comparison
Horizon Fund vs Mercúrio Fund II, FCR
Compare Horizon Fund and Mercúrio Fund II, FCR side-by-side: fees, terms, performance metrics, and Golden Visa eligibility.
Crypto
Horizon Fund
Managed by Octanova SCR
Verified Partner
VS
Private Equity
Mercúrio Fund II, FCR
Managed by Oxy Capital
Verified Partner
Quick Decision Guide
Choose Horizon Fund if you prioritize crypto exposure. Choose Mercúrio Fund II, FCR if you prefer manageable entry point and private equity exposure.
Key Financials
€100,000
Min. Investment
€100,000
Min. Investment
Horizon Fund
€100,000Mercúrio Fund II, FCR
€100,000Not disclosed
Target Return
Not disclosed
Target Return
Horizon Fund
Not disclosedMercúrio Fund II, FCR
Not disclosed€100M
Fund Size
€50M
Fund Size
Horizon Fund
€100MMercúrio Fund II, FCR
€50M2024
Established
2025
Established
Horizon Fund
2024Mercúrio Fund II, FCR
2025Fees & Costs
2%
Management Fee
2%
Management Fee
Horizon Fund
2%Mercúrio Fund II, FCR
2%20%
Performance Fee
20%
Performance Fee
Horizon Fund
20%Mercúrio Fund II, FCR
20%2%
Subscription Fee
2%
Subscription Fee
Horizon Fund
2%Mercúrio Fund II, FCR
2%3%
Redemption Fee
Not disclosed
Redemption Fee
Horizon Fund
3%Mercúrio Fund II, FCR
Not disclosed4%
Hurdle Rate
5%
Hurdle Rate
Horizon Fund
4%Mercúrio Fund II, FCR
5%Liquidity & Terms
Monthly
Redemption
End of Term
Redemption
Horizon Fund
MonthlyMercúrio Fund II, FCR
End of Term60 months
Lock-up Period
96 months
Lock-up Period
Horizon Fund
60 monthsMercúrio Fund II, FCR
96 monthsNot disclosed
Risk Band
Not disclosed
Risk Band
Horizon Fund
Not disclosedMercúrio Fund II, FCR
Not disclosedCrypto
Category
Private Equity
Category
Horizon Fund
CryptoMercúrio Fund II, FCR
Private EquityEstimated Fees on €500,000 Investment
Management fees over 6 years (excludes performance fees)
Horizon Fund
€70,000
Mercúrio Fund II, FCR
€70,000
Geographic Allocation
Horizon Fund
Portugal (Bonds)
65%
Digital Assets
35%
Mercúrio Fund II, FCR
Portugal
80%
International
20%
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Frequently Asked Questions
The main differences include investment focus (Crypto vs Private Equity), minimum investment amounts (€100,000 vs €100,000), management fees (2% vs 2%), and fund managers (Octanova SCR vs Oxy Capital). Each fund has different risk profiles and return targets suited to different investor preferences.
Both funds have the same management fee of 2%. Consider the total cost including performance fees: Horizon Fund charges 20% while Mercúrio Fund II, FCR charges 20%.
Horizon Fund requires a minimum investment of €100,000, while Mercúrio Fund II, FCR requires €100,000. Both funds meet the Portugal Golden Visa minimum requirement of €500,000. Choose based on your available capital and diversification strategy.
Both Horizon Fund and Mercúrio Fund II, FCR are marketed by their managers as intended for the Portugal Golden Visa program, meeting the minimum €500,000 investment requirement and being properly regulated investment funds. Eligibility must be confirmed with Portuguese legal counsel before investing.
The choice between crypto (Horizon Fund) and private equity (Mercúrio Fund II, FCR) depends on your risk tolerance and investment goals. Crypto investments typically offer different risk-return profiles compared to private equity. Consider your portfolio diversification needs and long-term investment strategy.
Redemption terms vary between funds. Horizon Fund offers Monthly redemptions, while Mercúrio Fund II, FCR provides End of Term redemption opportunities. Check the specific notice periods and any redemption fees that may apply. Consider your liquidity needs when choosing between these options.
All fund data is regularly verified against official sources including fund prospectuses, regulatory filings, and direct communication with fund managers. Data freshness indicators show when each fund's information was last updated. We recommend reviewing the latest fund documents and speaking with the fund managers before making investment decisions.
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