Which is better, Spanish immigrants or Portuguese immigrants?

Spain and Portugal are both popular immigrant countries in Europe in recent years. Their policies are similar, and their welfare also follows the overall welfare of the European Union. It's really different to say which is better. It is suggested that all aspects should be compared and considered in combination with their own needs:

climate

Spain: Due to the diversification of topographical conditions and different climate types in Spain, the climate in the north is cool and humid, and the climate in the south is mild and dry.

Portugal: It has the most suitable Mediterranean climate for human habitation in the world, with beautiful environment and fresh air. The average temperature is 65438+1October 7 ~1℃, July 20 ~ 26℃, and the annual average precipitation is 500 ~1000 mm.

mankind

Spain: an important cultural birthplace, a traditional developed country in Europe and the fourth largest economy in the euro zone. There are more than 20 ethnic groups in Spain, mainly Castilians (that is, Spaniards), and more than 96% of the residents in Spain believe in Catholicism. Spain's folk customs are warm and artistic, and it is the top in the world in sports, music and design. Spain is a paradise for gourmets, and every region has a famous food culture.

Portugal: Textile, shoemaking, tourism and wine making are the pillar industries of the national economy. Portuguese writing, art and architecture all have a strong Latin flavor and are deeply influenced by Catholic culture. The Portuguese are famous for their love of cod, and they also have rich and varied foods, such as scenery and heritage.

Housing purchase immigration policy

Spain: According to the new law, you can get the right of abode in Spain if you buy more than 500,000 euros. There is no limit to the type of real estate. You can buy multiple properties, live or rent.

Portugal: The "Golden Residence Plan" has been launched. Investors can obtain the right of abode in Portugal by purchasing one or more properties worth 500,000 euros, and there are no restrictions on the types and uses of properties.

Approval speed

Spain: In the new immigration policy, it is stipulated that if the Spanish real estate is purchased, the contract has been signed and the transfer has been completed, the applicant can obtain a visa for six months during the real estate transaction, so that the applicant can travel to and from Spain and other Schengen countries during the real estate transaction, without having to apply for an investment visa after the real estate registration.

Portugal: In the Supplementary Amendment to the Immigration Policy for Golden Residence, the time for examination and approval is strictly stipulated, that is, within 90 days from the date when the Portuguese "golden residence" investor applies for residence, the relevant departments must give the applicant an examination and approval reply regardless of whether it is approved or not. In addition, if investors need to renew the Portuguese "golden residence" permit, the relevant departments should also complete the renewal approval within 60 days.

Accompanied family members

Spain: The new immigration policy has also extended the validity period of renewal of residence. After the main applicant immigrates, parents, spouse parents, minor children, adult disabled children, or adult unmarried economically dependent children can all obtain identity at the same time, so that one person can truly buy a house and immigrate for three generations.

Portugal: you can apply for a spouse, unmarried children under 18, the applicant and the parents of both spouses (you need to prove that you are financially dependent on the applicant).

Immigration supervisor

Spain: The residence permit can be renewed 1+2+5. If you want to apply for permanent residence, you must live for 4 years and 2 months within 5 years. If Spain only renews its residence visa, it is convenient to renew it all the time, regardless of permanent residence or naturalization.

Portugal: Applicants are required to live for 7 days in the first year, and then for 14 days every two years.

naturalisation

Spain: you can apply for permanent residence after obtaining a residence visa for 5 years, and you can apply for nationality in 10 years; The policy of applying for citizenship requires that you must live in Spain for at least 183 days every year within five years from the application for citizenship, and there are requirements for naturalization language examination.

Portugal: You can apply for naturalization after 6 years. /kloc-before naturalization in 0/year, it is required to live in Portugal for not less than 30 days, and the naturalization language test is required.

Work or start a business

Spanish: You can live in China, or you can travel freely in Schengen countries with a residence permit, allowing you to start a business and work.

Portugal: You can live in China, or you can travel freely in Schengen countries with a residence permit, and you are allowed to start a business and work.

Children education

Spain: You can enjoy local compulsory education and public higher education resources.

Portugal: You can enjoy local compulsory education and public higher education resources.

death duties

Portugal: No inheritance tax.

Spanish: Some parts of China are exempt from inheritance tax.