WHY INVEST IN MADEIRA?

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Living in Madeira is like living in paradise. After all, being surrounded by so much natural beauty is one of the most pleasant things you can have in life. Its forest was declared World Heritage Site by Unesco.

Two things you are sure to have when living in Madeira are quality of life and safety. You will certainly have these two things, regardless of the location. The streets of Madeira are also impressive for their impeccable cleanliness, it is much cleaner even than mainland Portugal.

The best region to buy a house for own use, tourist rental, local rental, profitability, for obtaining visas, etc...

See here the international awards and distinctions:

"Best island destination in the world"

"Best Island Destination in Europe"

"Best Beach Destination in Europe | Porto Santo"

"Sustainable Tourist Destination"

"Best official tourism organisation in Europe | Madeira Promotion Bureau".

"Sustainable Tourist Destination"

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Madeira, an integral part of Portugal and consequently of the European Union, is located in the Atlantic Ocean approximately 900 km southwest of Lisbon.

The archipelago, with a total population of less than 300,000 inhabitants, has its capital in the city of Funchal, a cosmopolitan city with a long tourist tradition.

Madeira is highly attractive for international investment as a result of the low levels of inflation, the low tax rates practiced, as well as, in comparison with other places in Europe, the competitive operating costs.

The economic development of Madeira has relied on the substantial contribution of the CINM (International Business Center) as the main instrument for attracting foreign investment.

Formally approved by the European Union as an adequate and effective program of economic development and having been recently referenced by the OECD as a model to follow, the IBC is fully integrated into the Portuguese and Community legal systems, contributing, through its transparency and rigorous regulation, to the attractiveness of Madeira for foreign investment.

In comparison with other alternative places in the EU for the installation of activities with an international vocation, Madeira is competitive in terms of costs and operating expenses.

The prices of various goods and services are competitive, allowing companies that are set up to face globally lower costs compared to those presented by other international business centers.

Examples of this are the costs associated with acquiring or leasing offices. As a result of the real estate development in recent years, there are several options in terms of location and affordable costs.

Other operating costs such as telecommunications, energy and the cost of living are generally low.
In fact, investors benefit from highly qualified public and private support services, including an efficient network of business support service providers, banks, insurance companies, a local university, international schools, excellent telecommunication routes, and a wide range of other related services and high quality.

Companies that settle in Madeira benefit from a young and qualified labor market.

The University of Madeira (with around 300 graduates per year) or professional schools could be another source of recruitment, as well as Madeiran students placed in universities in mainland Portugal.

Portugal is party to the Schengen Agreement, namely with regard to the regime for granting entry visas to the country. The work visa allows foreign citizens from countries not belonging to the European Economic Area (EEA), the European Union (EU) or Switzerland to enter Portuguese territory for the development of their professional activities for a maximum period of 3 years. (allowing multiple reentry into the country).

Visas must be applied for at the Embassy or a Consulate in the applicant's country of residence.

All citizens of A.E.E., EU and Switzerland can enter, stay and reside in Portugal, up to a maximum period of 3 months, without any formalities other than possession of a valid passport or identification document.

Madeira, an integral part of Portugal and consequently of the European Union, is located in the Atlantic Ocean approximately 900 km southwest of Lisbon. The archipelago, with a total population of less than 300,000 inhabitants, has its capital in the city of Funchal, a cosmopolitan city with a long tourist tradition.
Madeira is highly attractive for international investment as a result of the low levels of inflation, the low tax rates practiced, as well as, in comparison with other places in Europe, the competitive operating costs.
The economic development of Madeira has relied on the substantial contribution of the CINM (International Business Center) as the main instrument for attracting foreign investment.
Formally approved by the European Union as an adequate and effective program of economic development and having been recently referenced by the OECD as a model to follow, the IBC is fully integrated into the Portuguese and Community legal systems, contributing, through its transparency and rigorous regulation, to the attractiveness of Madeira for foreign investment.

In comparison with other alternative places in the EU for the installation of activities with an international vocation, Madeira is competitive in terms of costs and operating expenses.
The prices of various goods and services are competitive, allowing companies that are set up to face globally lower costs compared to those presented by other international business centers.
Examples of this are the costs associated with acquiring or leasing offices. As a result of the real estate development in recent years, there are several options in terms of location and affordable costs. Other operating costs such as telecommunications, energy and the cost of living are generally low.
In fact, investors benefit from highly qualified public and private support services, including an efficient network of business support service providers, banks, insurance companies, a local university, international schools, excellent telecommunication routes, and a wide range of other related services and high quality.

Companies that settle in Madeira benefit from a young and qualified labor market.
The University of Madeira (with around 300 graduates per year) or professional schools could be another source of recruitment, as well as Madeiran students placed in universities in mainland Portugal.
Portugal is party to the Schengen Agreement, namely with regard to the regime for granting entry visas to the country. The work visa allows foreign citizens from countries not belonging to the European Economic Area (EEA), the European Union (EU) or Switzerland to enter Portuguese territory for the development of their professional activities for a maximum period of 3 years. (allowing multiple reentry into the country). Visas must be applied for at the Embassy or a Consulate in the applicant's country of residence.

All citizens of A.E.E., EU and Switzerland can enter, stay and reside in Portugal, up to a maximum period of 3 months, without any formalities other than possession of a valid passport or identification document.

To obtain the Golden Visa, as an alternative to acquiring real estate, you can:

. Create at least 10 jobs

"Entrepreneurial investors" may also obtain the Golden Visa if they generate at least 10 jobs in Portugal, and this requirement may be reduced by 20% (8 jobs) when done in a low density territory.

. Investing in scientific research

The possibility of granting the Golden Visa Portugal to those who invest at least 500,000 euros in scientific research is more recent in the program (since 2015). The activities must be developed by public or private scientific research institutions, integrated into the national scientific and technological system.

This change aims to bring more diversified investors to the country and focused on strategic sectors for the Government. And the value of this investment can also be reduced by 20% (400,000 euros) when it is made in low-density territory.

. Invest in artistic production, preservation or conservation of cultural heritage

Also as a result of changes made in 2015, those who invest 250,000 euros in artistic production and preservation or conservation of national cultural heritage are also eligible for the Golden Visa Portugal.

The value of this investment can also be reduced by 20% (200,000 euros) when it is made in low density territory.

. Investing in investment funds

The investment in investment funds or venture capital funds aimed at capitalization of companies is also an alternative to apply for the Golden Visa. The minimum investment amount is 500 thousand Euros.