Visas & Residence Permit
General Aspects
Most visa applications are a 2 step process.
First the applicant files for the Visa in the country of their residence.
Secondly, after receiving the visa (stamp on passport), the applicant travels to Portugal where he/she/ applies for their resident permit. The applicant will be granted a 4 month stay with the possibility of 2 entries, until their SEF (now known as AIMA) interview.
It is very important to understand that depending on the applicant’s country of residence, Visa application procedures vary. That is why our Team dedicates the time and knowledge to ensure that your application, is filed according to your individual circumstances.
For most countries, the applications are filed at the Portuguese Consulate or Embassy, but there are some countries that do not have Portuguese diplomatic representation and in that case, our Team can file the application for you directly.
The reason why visa applications get rejected so often, is mainly due to the fact that they are submitted with irregularities. Our mission at My Portugal Docs is to ensure that all your of your documents are in order prior to the submission of your application, thereby preventing delays and / or extra costs by;
- Advising you of the requirements of your country of residence.
- Ensuring your individual situation is duly documented in accordance.
- Ensuring all requirements of your visa are met.
There are several types of Visas to apply for;
- The Schengen Visa – For those looking to stay in Portugal for periods of up to 90 days for the purpose of tourism, family visitation, business, seasonal work etc…
- Temporary Visa – For those looking to stay in Portugal for a period of up to 1 year.
- Residence Visa – For those planning to live in Portugal on a permanent basis.
There are some documents that are common to all Visa applications, and those are;
- SEF form (now known as AIMA).
- Valid passport.
- Proof of means of subsistence – This is a document proving that the applicant has financial capacity to live in Portugal for the duration of the Resident permit, with NO need for additional income. This may be a Lease Agreement on a property, Property Deeds, Invitation Letter signed by a person residing in Portugal, or in some cases a rental contract showing at least a 6 month rental.
- International Medical Insurance – This must be valid throughout the entire period of the permit and cover a minimum of €30.000 worth of expenses. Countries that have agreements with Portuguese social security system have different requirements.
- Criminal background certificate.
A resident permit obtained through Residence Visa is valid for a period of 5 years and allows the applicant to request a Permanent Resident Permit, as well as opening a path to Portuguese Nationality.
The Most Popular Visas For You And Your Family in Portugal
D7 Passive Income Visa
D6 Family Reunification
D4 Student Visa
D2 Business Entrepeneur Visa
D1 Working Visa
Digital Nomad Visa
Startup Visa
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