800+ Clients
4.8 Google rating
40+ Nationalities
IMC-Certified Experts
About Us
In 2025, 17% of our new clients came from referrals (1 in 6) - families who trusted us enough to recommend us to people they care about. When clients put their reputation on the line, that's the ultimate endorsement.
We specialize in getting you European residency and citizenship through investment solutions that meet Golden Visa requirements. We are your all-in-one partner for every step of your path to becoming an EU resident—from fund selection to citizenship.
Testimonials
What they say about us!
A proven track record of 800+ successful Portugal Golden Visa cases and an average 4.8-star rating
Mark Holman
Susana and her team guided us promptly and accurately through every step of the Golden Visa process. Their honest advice, strong local presence in Lisbon, and hands-on support at AIMA appointments truly set them apart.
M W, US
They have been amazing every step of the way: responsive, helpful, friendly, and professional. We feel we are in very capable hands and would strongly recommend The Golden Portugal.
Alexander Lovtun, US
We chose The Golden Portugal because of their strong communication, competitive pricing, and excellent reviews, and we have not regretted it. Communication throughout the document-gathering and application process has been straightforward and efficient.
Ali S, Australia
After months of searching, we felt lucky to find Susana and her team. They have been supportive, responsive, competitively priced, and exceptionally effective in handling both legal and practical matters on the ground in Lisbon.
Suzie Former, US
Susana and her team were knowledgeable, responsive, and extremely helpful in navigating all the governmental requirements. Their support with documents, banks, investment firms, and legal filings was invaluable.
Ayan Banerjee, India
Susana was super efficient, helpful, and responsive throughout the Golden Visa application process.
Tomas Koehler
The team is consistently professional, attentive, and client-oriented, working proactively with clients and fund managers to provide an excellent client experience. We are happy to recommend them as a trusted partner.
Track Record That Speaks for Itself
800+ families guided. €100M+ in investments coordinated. 100% approval rate since 2020.
Specializing in European Residency by Investment programs, we offer a full spectrum of funds to meet your needs. We focus on the Portugal Golden Visa program and growing demand from our clients in The Golden Portugal Visa program as countries like Greece, and Hungary expand investment pathways.
Based in Lisbon, our team combines local insights with international experience and financial expertise. Our IMC-certified CEO brings institutional-grade rigor to every case, and we’re committed to world-class service, transparent information, and peace of mind across your 5-7 year journey toward EU citizenship and a brighter future.
Our fastest case: 6 weeks from start to submission (average: 3-4 months)
Why Families Choose The Golden Portugal
A Boutique Agency Built Differently
While most immigration firms spread thin across dozens of countries, we’ve made a deliberate choice: 90% of our practice is Portugal Golden Visa. This focus isn’t limiting—it’s liberating.
- The Result
- 800+ families served since 2020
- 4.8/5 Google rating
- 100% approval rate since 2020
- 17% referral rate in 2025
- 28 different funds chosen by clients for Golden Visa investment in 2025
Trusted by Americans, Canadians, Britishs, and families from 40+ nationalities.
Speed Without Shortcuts
International clients working with Portuguese systems often experience frustration with response times and communication gaps. We bridge that gap with 48-hour guaranteed SLA* for all inquiries throughout your entire 5-7 year journey, proactive updates, and direct founder escalation
*during business day
Global Expertise Meets Local Knowledge
Team from 4 continents speaking 9 languages. We bridge international service standards with Portuguese bureaucratic realities—combining global perspective with on-the-ground local expertise. Our entire team operates from Portugal, on the ground where your application is processed.
Your Dedicated Team
Dedicated legal counsel + account manager from day one through citizenship—no rotating handlers. With every document reviewed personally by your designated lawyer. No AI, no offshore processing. You have direct contact with your lawyer, fund managers, and bank managers—not filtered through intermediaries.
Beyond the Visa
Most agencies celebrate when your Golden Visa is approved, then disappear. We’re structured for the entire 5-7 year journey: residency → permanent residency → citizenship. One team. Start to finish.
Want to know what makes our team so special?
100% Portugal-based with global expertise. Our entire team operates from Portugal—not coordinating across time zones. We’re on the ground where your application is processed.
We speak 9 languages (English, Portuguese, French, Spanish, Mandarin, Cantonese, Italian, Dutch, and Russian).
Most of our team members have lived through multiple residency journeys (Netherlands, USA, UK, Canada, New Zealand, Brazil, France, China and Taiwan)—we’re not just professionals understanding the immigration experience, we’ve lived it ourselves.
We’re also incredibly proud to be an inclusive and LGBTQ+ friendly team. Diversity isn’t just a value we hold; it’s who we are.
Meet the Team
Susana Yang
Founder and CEO | MBA, CFA Level III
Susana is an entrepreneur, founder, and driving force behind The Golden Portugal. With experience at multinational corporations (Bank of America Merrill Lynch, Standard Chartered Bank) and a wealth of expertise in immigration matters, she launched The Golden Portugal in 2018 to create a boutique immigration advisory and fund management service for European Golden Visa programs.
Having lived in Hong Kong, Canada, China, Macao, France, and Portugal, Susana embodies a global lifestyle. At The Golden Portugal, her global perspective and dedication to excellence inspire her team and clients, making her an invaluable guide on your Golden Visa journey.
Otavio Pavinato
Head of Legal | Specialist in Portuguese immigration law
Nikita Alanna
Client Admissions Manager | Specializes in US & UK market
Romeu Venda
Senior Account Manager | Specializes in English speaking clients
Esther Yang
Senior Account Manager | Specialized in Chinese speaking clients
Fabio Calicchio
Senior Marketing Manager
Leslie Gou
Senior Marketing & Process Manager
