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1What it is
We help you prepare, organize, and submit your residence application in Portugal. Our team assists with your AIMA process, prepares and checks your documents, and keeps you informed at every step, so you can focus on your move while we handle the paperwork.
Application stuck or refused?
Already applied but your case is delayed, stuck, or rejected, and you don't know what to do next? Our legal team can review your situation, explain your options, and help you prepare an appeal or response to the authorities. Book a consultation and get clear advice on your next step.
2Who needs it
- Entrepreneurs and independent professionals (D2)
- Remote workers and digital nomads
- Retirees and passive income earners (D7)
- Employees relocating to Portugal
- Investors and golden visa applicants
- Family members joining a resident
- Residents needing permit renewal
- Foreign students moving to Portugal
- Founders who also need company setup in Portugal
3Documents usually required
We confirm the exact list for your situation with your quote. You can upload documents with your request.
- Valid passport
- Passport photos
- Portuguese tax number (NIF)
- Proof of address in Portugal
- Proof of income or funds
- Criminal record certificate (apostilled)
- Health insurance
- Visa or entry documents (if applicable)
- Portuguese bank account details
- Proof of accommodation (rental contract or property deed)
- Business plan or work contract (depending on route)
- Birth and marriage certificates (for family applications)
4How the process works
- 1Free consultation to review your situation and goals
- 2Choose the right residence route (D2, D7, work, family, or other)
- 3Receive your personalized document checklist
- 4Collect your documents, with our guidance
- 5We prepare, review, and organize your application
- 6Translations and apostille arranged or guided
- 7NIF, bank account, and proof of address support
- 8Book and prepare for your AIMA appointment
- 9Submit your application and attend biometrics
- 10Follow-up on your application status until a decision
- 11Receive your residence permit
- 12Optional: renewal and family reunification support
Typical timeframe: Every case is different. Steps and order may vary depending on your residence route and nationality. Everything depends on the Authorities.
5Good to know
Every case is different
Your documents, steps, and timeline depend on your nationality, residence route (such as D2, D7, work, or family), and personal situation. After your free consultation, we give you a personalized checklist and plan.
What we do and don't do
We help you prepare, organize, and review your application, and we assist with your AIMA process. Decisions on residence permits are made by the Portuguese authorities, so we cannot guarantee approval.
Choosing the right route
Portugal has several residence options, including D2 for entrepreneurs and independent professionals, D7 for passive income earners and retirees, work-based routes, and family reunification. We help you identify the one that fits your goals.
Visa first, then AIMA
Many applicants must first apply for a visa at a Portuguese consulate in their home country, then complete the residence process with AIMA in Portugal. We guide you through both stages.
Timelines
Document preparation usually takes 1 to 4 weeks, depending on how quickly you can collect your documents. AIMA processing times vary and have often been long, so we cannot promise a fixed date. We keep you updated at every stage.
Documents and translations
Many documents, such as criminal record certificates, must be apostilled and translated. We guide you through what is needed so nothing is rejected for a small mistake.
NIF, bank account, and address
Most applications need a Portuguese tax number, a bank account, and proof of address or accommodation. We can support you with each of these.
Being in Portugal
Usually you need to attend in person for biometrics and your AIMA appointment. We handle the preparation and follow-up so the visit goes smoothly.
Family members
We assist with family reunification and joint applications for spouses, partners, and children.
Renewals
Residence permits need to be renewed. We can remind you of deadlines and prepare your renewal documents.
Company and residence together
If you need a Portuguese company for your D2 application, we can combine company setup with residence support in one package.
Please note
Information on this page is general and does not replace legal advice. Rules, forms, and timelines change often, and we confirm your exact requirements during your free consultation.
6Frequently asked questions
Do you guarantee my residence permit will be approved?
No. Decisions are made by the Portuguese authorities. We make sure your application is complete, well organized, and correctly prepared.
Which residence route is right for me?
It depends on your situation. Common routes include D2 for entrepreneurs and independent professionals, D7 for retirees and passive income earners, work-based routes, and family reunification. We review your case in the free consultation and recommend the best fit.
Can I apply from outside Portugal?
Many routes start with a visa application at a Portuguese consulate in your home country, followed by the residence process with AIMA in Portugal. We guide you through both stages.
Do I need to be in Portugal for my AIMA appointment?
Usually yes, for biometrics and the appointment itself. We handle the preparation and follow-up so your visit goes smoothly.
How long does the process take?
Document preparation usually takes 1 to 4 weeks, depending on how quickly you can collect your documents. AIMA processing times vary and have often been long, so we cannot promise a fixed date. We keep you updated at every stage.
What documents do I need?
Every case is different, but most applicants need a valid passport, passport photos, NIF, proof of address, proof of income or funds, an apostilled criminal record certificate, and health insurance. After your consultation, you receive a personalized checklist.
Do you help with translations and apostilles?
Yes, we guide you on which documents need an apostille or translation, and we can arrange them so nothing is rejected for a small mistake.
Can you help me get a NIF and open a bank account?
Yes, we can support you with your NIF, bank account, and proof of address or accommodation, which most applications require. Bank approval is up to the bank.
Can you help my family join me?
Yes, we assist with family reunification and joint applications for spouses, partners, and children.
Can you help with renewing my residence permit?
Yes, we can remind you of deadlines and prepare your renewal documents.
I also need a company for my D2 application. Can you help?
Yes, we can combine company setup with residence support in one package.
Is your advice legal advice?
Information on our website is general and does not replace legal advice. We confirm your exact requirements and next steps during your free consultation.
My residence application is stuck or was refused. Can you help?
Yes. Our legal team can review your case, explain your options, and help you prepare an appeal or a response to the authorities. We cannot guarantee the outcome, as decisions are made by the Portuguese authorities.
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