Clean Energy Golden Visa Investment Funds
Compare 1 Clean Energy investment fund for Golden Visa applications.
Emerald Capital Fund
A CMVM-regulated Portuguese venture capital fund (FCR) investing in equity in late-stage and operational renewable-energy companies (solar, onshore wind and battery storage), weighted towards Portugal, and structured as a Golden Visa-eligible, non-real-estate route.
Frequently Asked Questions about Clean Energy Portugal Golden Visa Investment Funds
Clean Energy Golden Visa investment funds are specialized investment vehicles that focus on clean energy sectors and are marketed for Portugal's Golden Visa program (per manager statements). These funds allow non-EU investors to potentially obtain Portuguese residency by investing €500,000 or more in clean energy investment opportunities—subject to verification by Portuguese legal counsel.
Currently, there are 1 clean energy fund available in our directory that are marketed for the Portugal Golden Visa route (per manager statements). Each fund should be verified with Portuguese legal counsel to confirm eligibility.
Portugal Golden Visa fund route requires €500,000 total investment (post-October 2023 regulatory changes), with no real estate exposure permitted. Individual clean energy fund subscription minimums may be lower, but total qualifying investment must reach €500,000. Eligibility must be confirmed with Portuguese legal counsel.
Clean Energy funds marketed for the Golden Visa are regulated investment vehicles subject to oversight. While all investments carry risk, these funds must demonstrate their ability to support Portugal's economic development goals in the clean energy sector. Consult with legal and financial advisors before investing.
For Golden Visa purposes, you must maintain your investment in Clean Energy funds for a minimum of 5 years. After this period, you may be eligible for permanent residency or citizenship, depending on other requirements such as language proficiency and time spent in Portugal. Confirm all requirements with Portuguese legal counsel.
Yes, when investing in Clean Energy Golden Visa funds, you can include your spouse, dependent children under 26, and dependent parents over 65 in your application. This makes the investment particularly attractive for families seeking EU residency.