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Residency Visa and Residence Permit in Portugal
D2 Visa. Entrepreneur Residence in Portugal
The D2 visa is a residence permit program designed for entrepreneurs and business owners seeking to start or expand their business in Portugal. This visa is a great alternative to the Portuguese Golden Visa, offering flexibility and benefits for those aiming to establish themselves in the country through self-employment or by running a company
Who can apply:
Entrepreneurs launching a new business in Portugal
Business owners with an existing company in their home country who wish to open a branch in Portugal
Entrepreneurs interested in buying an existing business in Portugal
Self-employed individuals with service contracts already signed with Portuguese companies
Advantages:
No minimum investment requirement
No mandatory number of jobs created
Suitable for businesses of any size or niche
Application Process:
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Apply for the D2 Visa at the Portuguese consulate in your country of residence. The visa will be valid for four months and allows two entries
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Upon arrival in Portugal, exchange the visa for a two-year residence permit, which can be extended for an additional three years
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After five years of legal residence in Portugal, you may be eligible to apply for Portuguese citizenship
D7 Visa: Passive Income Residence in Portugal
If your monthly passive income is at least €870, this visa could be a suitable option for you to live in Portugal while enjoying your financial freedom
Eligible Sources of Passive Income:
Pension income
Dividends from stocks, bonds, or other securities
Royalties from intellectual property
Rental income from real estate or other property assets
Passive income from business ownership, where the business is managed by others and generates a regular profit
Application Process:
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Apply for the D7 Visa at the Portuguese consulate in your country of residence. The visa will be valid for four months and allows two entries
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Upon arrival in Portugal, exchange the visa for a two-year residence permit, which can be extended for an additional three years
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After five years of legal residence in Portugal, you may be eligible to apply for Portuguese citizenship
Your passive income can come from one source or be a combination of several sources.
D8 Visa. Residency for Digital Nomads
The Digital Nomad Visa comes in two types:
Short-term Visa (up to 1 year): Ideal for those who want to live temporarily in Portugal while working remotely. This visa does not convert into residency
Residency Visa (longer than 1 year): Suitable for those intending to stay in Portugal for the long term. Like other D visas, it grants residency and can be converted into a residence permit
Who Can Apply:
Freelancers (self-employed) and remote employees working for companies outside Portugal. The key requirement is a minimum official income of €3,480 per month. This income can come from one company or be a cumulative amount from multiple contracts
Application Process:
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If applying for the residency visa, you will receive a visa valid for four months and two entries into Portugal
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Upon arrival in Portugal, exchange your visa for a two-year residence permit, which can be extended for an additional three years
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After five years of legal residence, you may be eligible to apply for Portuguese citizenship
D9 Visa. Golden Visa and Residency Based on Investments in Portugal
Golden Visa is a unique residency option for individuals who want to maintain their residency status while primarily living outside of Portugal. One of the key benefits of this visa is the minimal stay requirement: applicants need to stay in Portugal for only 7 days in the first year and 14 days in each subsequent year
Investment Options for the Golden Visa:
A minimum investment of €500,000 in eligible Portuguese investment funds. These funds must have a maturity period of at least five years and at least 60% of the portfolio must be invested in companies with a registered office in Portugal. Funds that directly invest in real estate are excluded from this option
A minimum donation of €250,000 for the preservation of national heritage, or a donation of €500,000 for research and development activities in Portugal
Creation of 10 full-time jobs in a new Portuguese company. This option has no minimum investment threshold
An investment of €500,000 to either establish a new company that creates at least 5 full-time jobs, or to increase the share capital of an existing company, resulting in the creation of 5 new jobs or the retention of 10 existing jobs
Investment activities cannot be directly or indirectly tied to real estate investments under this program
You can apply directly from Portugal, without the need to obtain a visa beforehand. After five years of holding this residence, you may be eligible to apply for Portuguese citizenship
D1 Visa: Subordinate Work Residence
D1 Visa: Subordinate Work Residence
The D1 Visa is designed for individuals who have received a job offer from a Portuguese company. It is intended for stays longer than 12 months. To qualify, the position must have been advertised and gone through a recruitment process that proves it could not be filled by a Portuguese citizen or another EU national
D3 Visa. Highly Qualified Activity Residence in Portugal
A residence permit is granted to highly qualified professionals
Who can apply:
Professionals with higher education working in their field, with a minimum monthly salary of €2,157
Independent professionals holding higher education qualifications, conducting activities in their field, and having a service contract with a Portuguese company. Their monthly income must also exceed €2,157
Entrepreneurs with higher education who have established a company in Portugal. They must perform as a director or manager in their company, conducting activities aligned with their expertise and earning a minimum salary of €2,157 per month
Application Process:
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Apply for the D3 Visa at the Portuguese consulate in your country of residence, or skip the visa request and apply directly for a Highly Qualified Activity (HQA) residence permit in AIMA in Portugal
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You will receive a two-year residence permit, which can be extended for an additional three years
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After five years of legal residence in Portugal, you may be eligible to apply for Portuguese citizenship
No prior visa is required; you can apply directly from Portugal for this residence permit
D4 Visa. Short-term Stay in Portugal
The D4 visa is designed for individuals who are planning to take short-term educational courses, exchange programs, unpaid professional internships, or volunteering in Portugal. This visa is intended for stays of more than 3 months but less than 12 months, making it ideal for temporary educational or professional experiences
Who can apply:
Those enrolled in educational institutions in Portugal for various educational or training programmes
Participants in educational internships
Volunteers
A residence permit is granted for the duration of the program but can not exceed one year.
D5 Visa. Student Residency
The D5 visa is designed for international students enrolling in higher education institutions in Portugal, including master's, postgraduate, and doctoral programs. It allows foreign students to legally reside in Portugal while pursuing long-term academic studies
A residence permit is initially issued for one year and can be renewed for equal periods, provided the student continues to meet the necessary conditions
Visa D6. Family Reunification Residence
This program allows family members of individuals who already hold residency or citizenship in Portugal to legally join them through the family reunification program
Who is Eligible for Family Reunification:
Minor children
Children over 18 years of age who are financially dependent on their parents and enrolled in educational programs in Portugal
Elderly parents (aged 65 and over)
Dependent family members under legal guardianship
Spouse
Additionally, if a minor child is a resident of Portugal with a study-based residence permit, the parents may also obtain residency based on reunification with the child.
Family members can apply for residency directly from Portugal, without the need to obtain a visa from their home country. Once approved, the family members can live, work, and study in Portugal under the same legal rights as the resident or citizen they are joining.
Startup Visa. Residency for Startup Founders in Portugal
The Startup Visa is an option for entrepreneurs looking to develop innovative business projects in Portugal. It is designed for both:
a) New startups looking to establish their business in Portugal
b) Existing startups seeking to relocate and expand operations to Portugal
Key Benefits of the Startup Visa:
Visa and residency in Portugal for founders
Tax benefits for both founders and employees of startups
Access to excellent conditions for business development and entry into the EU and global markets
Participation in a Portuguese incubator program, offering support and networking opportunities
Ability to attract partners and employees who can also benefit from tax advantages
Opportunity for employees to apply for the Tech Visa
Application Process:
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We submit your startup application to appropriate incubators in Portugal
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Once approved by at least one incubator, we move forward with the next steps
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Obtaining a certificate from IAPMEI (the Portuguese Agency for Competitiveness and Innovation)
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Signing the contract with the incubator
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You will then apply for a visa at the Portuguese consulate in your country of citizenship or residence. This visa is valid for four months and allows two entries
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Upon arrival in Portugal, the visa will be exchanged for a two-year residence permit, with the possibility of extending it for an additional three years
After five years of legal residence, you may apply for Portuguese citizenship
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We assist with the entire process, from standard documentation to selecting the most suitable incubators. Together, we’ll develop a detailed business plan, including a description of your startup, its product, business model, innovative components, and scalability potential.
Job Seeker Visa: Search for Employment in Portugal
The Job Seeker Visa allows individuals to enter and stay in Portugal for the purpose of job searching. This visa grants the holder the right to engage in dependent work activities during the validity of the visa or until a residence permit is obtained. The visa is issued for 4 months, which can be extended for another 2 months, and permits only one entry into Portugal
Once you secure a job offer and sign an employment contract, you can apply for residency in Portugal. If you are unable to establish an employment relationship by the end of the visa period, you must leave the country. You can reapply for the Job Seeker Visa only after a one-year waiting period
Residency for School Students:
Children under the age of 18 can obtain an independent residence permit in Portugal based on their school enrollment. This type of residency applies to students aged 12 to 18. It is initially issued for one year with the possibility of extension for subsequent years, as long as the student remains enrolled in school
Even if the parents do not have residency, they can apply for residency based on family reunification with the child, allowing them to legally reside in Portugal alongside their child
Residence Permit for Holders of Long-Term Residency Status in Another European Union Country:
Portugal offers a residence permit for individuals who hold long-term residency status in another European Union (EU) country. This option is available for owners or employees of companies headquartered in the EU who wish to expand operations to Portugal
Service Packages for All
Visas and Residencies in Portugal
Basic – €800
NIF – Portuguese tax identification number
NISS (where applicable) – Portuguese social security number
A checklist of required documents tailored to your specific visa type and individual situation
Two 45-minute consultations with an immigration expert, either online or in-office
Standard – €1450
NIF – Portuguese tax identification number
NISS (where applicable) – Portuguese social security number
A checklist of required documents tailored to your specific visa type and individual situation
Two 60-minute consultations with an immigration expert, either online or in-office
Guidance throughout the document collection and submission process with a dedicated manager available via chat
Final documentation review: compliance analysis and recommendations
Premium – €3800
NIF – Portuguese tax identification number
NISS (where applicable) – Portuguese social security number
A checklist of required documents tailored to your specific visa type and individual situation
Unlimited consultations either online or in-office
Guidance throughout the document collection and submission process with a dedicated manager available via chat
Final documentation review: compliance analysis and recommendations
AIMA appointment made for you
In-person assistance at AIMA
Status updates on your residency application from submission to receiving your residence card
Complimentary tax consultation
Assistance with additional questions not related to the primary process
Family – €5200
Assistance for up to four family members (for additional family members, book a free consultation or contact us through the feedback form)
NIF – Portuguese tax identification number for all family members
NISS (when applicable) – Portuguese social security number for all family members
A checklist of required documents tailored to your specific visa type and individual family situations
Unlimited consultations either online or in-office
Guidance throughout the document collection and submission process with a dedicated manager available via chat
Final documentation review: compliance analysis and recommendations
AIMA appointments for all family members
In-person assistance at AIMA for all family members
Status updates on your family’s residency application from submission to receiving your residence cards
Complimentary tax consultation
Assistance with additional questions not related to the primary process
