Portugal D7 Residency Visa Program

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About Portugal

Portugal is a country in Western Europe, located on the western coast of the Iberian Peninsula, with its capital being Lisbon, one of the most beautiful cities in the world. Portugal is considered a meeting point between three continents: Europe, Africa, and America, and it enjoys a strong economy, mild climate, and high quality of life.

Language: Portuguese
Currency: Euro
Total Area: 92,152 km²
Capital: Lisbon

About the Portugal D7 Residency Visa Program

The D7 Visa, also known as the Portugal Passive Income Visa, allows you to move to and live in Portugal by providing a regular income, such as a pension, rent, dividends, or certain types of investment income, provided that it is sufficient to cover your living expenses in Portugal and is at least equivalent to the country’s minimum wage.

Benefits of the Portugal D7 Residency Visa Program

The ability to add a spouse, all dependents regardless of age (conditions apply), and the parents of the main applicant or spouse.
Enjoy freedom of movement between all Schengen countries.
Access to services within Portugal, including the public education and health system.
Possibility of qualifying for permanent residency or citizenship after 5 years of residence.

Requirements and Conditions of the Portugal D7 Residency Visa Program

Applicant Requirements

The main applicant must:

Be over 18 years old.
Have a clean criminal record.
Prove the ability to cover the costs during residency in Portugal by continuing to have income from abroad for the applicant and dependents.

Family Requirements

All dependent children can be included regardless of age under the following conditions:

All children under 18 years old.
Children 18 and over who are unmarried and enrolled in the Portuguese education system full-time.
Parents of the main applicant or spouse above 65 years old who reside with the applicant and are completely dependent.

Costs required to obtain a Portugal D7 Residency Visa

The costs required to obtain a Portugal D7 residency visa depend on the country’s minimum wage, which changes from time to time. The minimum income requirements vary depending on the number of dependents the applicant wishes to add, and additional fees may apply.

Procedures and steps

Sign the contract and collect the necessary papers.
Schedule an appointment and apply at the embassy/consulate in the country of residence or nationality.
Receive the decision and stamp the residence visa (D visa valid for 4 months) on the passport.
Travel to Portugal.
Submit the residence application and biometric information to the Immigration Office.
Receive a residence card valid for two years.

Our Services

Advise on the required documents according to the program requirements.
Coordinate, prepare, and submit the application.
Monitor and follow up on the progress of the residence application.
Advice on the requirements and renewal processes.

FAQ’s

How long is the stay after obtaining a Portuguese D7 visa?

The validity period of the residency is two years, renewable for 3 years.

What are the requirements for renewing the residency in Portugal D7?

To maintain residency in Portugal, the residence card must be renewed before the end of the second year, after which a 3-year residence card is issued. Since the renewal requirement is met, the requirements must be to reside for a minimum of 6 consecutive months each year plus 2 months in each period of validity of the permit, provided that applicants do not leave the country for more than 6 consecutive months; Proof of income from capital labor (passive income) must be provided.