Accomplished businesspeople need to be aware of the HQA Visa Program, a highly advantageous yet under reported pathway to Portugal, regardless of their specific area of business expertise.
There are many factors to consider when seeking residency or citizenship in Portugal and understanding your options is of critical importance in making an informed decision.
Recognized for its cost-effectiveness, substantial tax benefits, and swift process towards Portuguese residency, the HQA Visa stands out amongst residency programs. Understanding your options through Empowered Startups, the leading delivery partner of the HQA Visa Program, is pivotal for a well-informed decision regarding your future in Portugal.
Government endorsed excellence
Empowered Startups holds the distinction of being the sole delivery partner of the HQA Visa Program that is designated by the Government of Portugal. Since 2019, Empowered has worked closely with the Portuguese government to develop the HQA Visa program into the best-in-class business immigration available in Europe.
The Government of Portugal has publicly endorsed Empowered’s work on several occasions, saying, “this is the partner we want to have by our side”. Having delivered impressive results in multiple countries including Portugal, Empowered is trusted by both entrepreneurs and governments alike.
As one of the first incubators designated by the Canadian government for its Canada Start-up Visa (SUV) Program in 2014, Empowered is recognized as an industry leader for its exemplary Canada SUV Program, a reputation that has been enhanced by its formidable work in Europe.
On-the-ground support for HQA applicants Empowered Startups has a dedicated legal team and an operational team on the ground in Portugal to ensure you are supported in every step of your HQA journey. Our lawyers specialize in Portuguese immigration law combining their legal expertise and their hands-on experience to create a smooth and effective process for obtaining residency in Portugal. In most HQA Visa cases, Empowered secures an appointment with AIMA within four months of applying, starkly contrasting the lengthy lineups that plague other Portuguese residency programs like the Golden Visa. Empowered’s lawyers will accompany you to your appointment with Portuguese Immigration (AIMA) after efficiently processing the required documentation.
The operational team provides the necessary business support that entrepreneurs need when launching a start-up in Portugal while balancing the competing demands of their professional and personal lives abroad. Equipped with years of experience in R&D and start-ups, strong industry connections, and invaluable local knowledge, the operational team has the versatility to respond to the various needs of your venture throughout its evolution. The group is as affable as it is effective, creating comfortable and reliable working relationships with all parties.
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Fostering expert entrepreneurship
Empowered’s own history is one of entrepreneurship and over the years it has created an ecosystem that supports the entire entrepreneurial journey. From its industry-leading online platform to its experienced team, Empowered has built an environment that caters to both the immigration and business needs of its clients.
It is important to highlight that incoming businesspeople do not need to have a specific innovation or area of science in mind when they commence the program.
Though some successful applicants are domain experts in the start-ups they choose to launch, most entrepreneurs who enter the program are not specialists in the subject matters their start-ups will be based on.
Empowered focuses on pairing the business acumen of successful transnationals with appropriate research projects in Portugal. With the team’s guidance, applicants for the HQA Visa can embark on a journey to one of the most thriving entrepreneurial hubs in Europe.
Established R&D network for your startup
In order to provide world-class research and development options for your start-up, Empowered has established a broad network of Portuguese universities and polytechnics. With more than a dozen prestigious higher education institutions under its umbrella, Empowered can effectively pair international businesspeople with local research organizations and institutions, ensuring the startup benefits from cutting edge innovations and collaborative opportunities.
Thanks to its success in this regards, several Empowered team members were recently invited to present the company’s methodology and discuss perspectives at a public session on Talent Immigration Policy held at the University of Algarve.
Empowered Startups invites you to explore the transformative possibilities of the HQA Visa Program. Apply for the HQA Visa Program today by filling out the form below.
