What Is the Portugal Solidarity Visa? The Portugal Solidarity Visa , introduced in 2024 and fully rolled out in 2025, is a new investment-based residency pathway that focuses on social good rather than personal financial gain. Unlike the Golden Visa, which is geared toward private capital preservation, the Solidarity Visa channels investment into affordable housing, community projects, and migrant integration efforts —aligning with Portugal's broader socioeconomic goals. It