The Golden Visa changes will come into effect on the 1st of January, 2022. So, throughout 2021, prospective applicants can make use of the existing investment amounts and invest in properties wherever they like within Portugal. The new rules aim to limit real estate investment opportunities for high-density areas such as Lisbon, Porto and Algarve. If you have already started the process of buying a property in a high-density area, the current rules of the Golden Visa program of Portugal will be valid for you.