Depending on your country, appointment availability and how quickly documents are prepared.
Minimum investment of €375,000 in real estate (or €14,000/year in rent)
A 5‑year renewable residence permit with no minimum stay requirement.
The Golden Visa itself does not directly lead to citizenship. However, after gaining residency, standard naturalization may be pursued - typically after 3 years
One of the last EU countries still offering real estate–backed residency by investment, with full access to the Schengen Area.
At Roots, we take care of the bureaucracy so you can focus on the move. Our experienced legal team takes ownership from start to finish, ensuring your application is accurate, complete, and fully aligned with consulate requirements. We make the complex simple - so you can focus on your next chapter, not the paperwork.
We manage your application from start to finish, ensuring every step is handled accurately, efficiently, and in line with the specific requirements of the consulate handling your application.
The application process begins with the main applicant signing a Power
of Attorney to authorise us to act on his/her behalf.
Support the main applicant in preparing the required documents for the Application Pack. Key items include a property lease or purchase agreement in Malta and health insurance covering at least €100,000 in Malta and the Schengen Area.
Scheduling the biometric data capturing appointment and submits the complete
Application Pack - including all required documents - for official
review and biometric data collection.
Residency cards are processed within approximately four weeks and must be collected in person by the applicant or we can pick them up on your behalf.
If something doesn’t go as planned, we manage appeals and corrections to get your application back on track. This is not a one attempt and done, we are with you for an outcome.
Ask questions anytime without being capped at 1 or 2 calls only. Our legal team is on hand throughout your case to give you clear, timely answers through email and calls.
Sometimes the most obvious path is not always the one with the highest chance of success. We will take the time to understand your situation holistically, and steer you in the direction we think has your best interests at heart.
Get clarity on your next steps. In a free call, we’ll review your unique situation, explain the requirements, and build a plan tailored to your move. It’s free - no strings attached.
Legal know-how meets lived experience. We are a cohesive team of expats and local lawyers combining international perspective with on-the-ground expertise - guiding you through every step with empathy, clarity and confidence.
Head of Legal Portugal
We offer fixed-price packages, so you'll always know exactly what you’re paying - no surprises, no hourly billing.
Yes, every client is assigned a dedicated in-house immigration lawyer. You’ll receive expert legal guidance and timely support throughout your entire process.
Our legal experts are based in Portugal, Spain, Greece and the UK. With teams on the ground, we stay closely aligned with local regulations and handle your case with precision and confidence.
That’s exactly what we’re here for. Book a free consultation and we’ll walk you through your options based on your goals and situation.
Yes, we regularly assist families with their relocation. Whether you're applying together or bringing dependents later, we ensure every family member’s application is handled with care and in full compliance with local regulations.
While no company can guarantee visa approval, our success rate of over 98% across all visa types speaks for itself. We are so confident in our service that we even offer a money-back guarantee if visa outcomes aren't achieved.
