RESIDENCY & VISAS

Residency & Visa Assistance in Portugal

Moving to Portugal involves a number of administrative procedures and documentation requirements. I provide personal assistance with residency and visa-related matters, helping clients understand the process and ensuring that the necessary documentation and formalities are properly handled.

I assist international clients throughout the different stages of establishing themselves in Portugal, providing clear communication and practical support before and after their arrival.

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RESIDENCY & IMMIGRATION

How I will assist with your residency and visa process

VISA OPTIONS

Portuguese visas and residence options

Portugal offers different visa and residence routes depending on your nationality, personal circumstances and the purpose of your stay. I will assess your situation, identify the appropriate procedure and assist with the application and required documentation.

Work & Employment

Residence and temporary stay visa procedures for employment and other professional activities in Portugal.

Retirement & Personal Income

Residence visa assistance for clients intending to live in Portugal on the basis of pensions, personal income or other qualifying means.

Highly Qualified Professionals

Assistance with residence procedures for highly qualified professional activities and other applicable routes for qualified professionals.

Other Visa & Residence Routes

I also assist with other Portuguese visa and residence procedures according to each client’s individual circumstances and applicable legal requirements.

Business & Self-Employment

Visa and residence procedures for entrepreneurs, business owners and independent professionals establishing an activity in Portugal.

Digital Nomads & Remote Workers

Visa and residence assistance for clients working remotely for employers or clients outside Portugal.

Study, Research & Training

Assistance with visa and residence procedures for study, research, professional training and other eligible educational purposes.

Family Reunification

Assistance with visa and residence procedures for eligible family members joining relatives who are legally resident in Portugal.

EU / EEA / SWISS CITIZENS

Moving to Portugal as an EU, EEA or Swiss citizen

EU, EEA and Swiss citizens benefit from a different residence regime when moving to Portugal and do not generally require a visa to establish residence.

I will assist with the applicable residence registration procedures and documentation, including obtaining the appropriate Certificate of Registration, and ensure that the necessary formalities are properly handled.

I also assist eligible family members with the appropriate residence documentation and remain available for subsequent residence-related administrative procedures.

Portuguese, English & French • Personal assistance throughout the process • Practising since 2011

INTERNATIONAL CLIENTS

Planning your move to Portugal from abroad

If you are planning to move to Portugal, I will begin assisting you before your arrival, helping you understand the appropriate visa or residence procedure and the documentation required for your particular situation.

I will guide you through the different stages of the process, review and prepare the necessary documentation and handle the procedures that can be carried out on your behalf in Portugal.

Once you arrive in Portugal, I will continue to assist with the necessary residence formalities and related administrative matters, providing continuity throughout the process.

I also assist with related administrative matters that may arise when establishing yourself in Portugal, including NIF and tax representation, documentation, powers of attorney and other procedures within the scope of my services.

Related procedures after moving to Portugal

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Residency & Visas in Portugal

The appropriate procedure depends on factors such as your nationality, the purpose and duration of your stay and your personal circumstances. I will assess your situation, explain the applicable options and guide you through the appropriate procedure.
Yes. I will begin assisting you while you are still abroad, reviewing your situation and documentation and helping you prepare for the appropriate visa or residence procedure before your move to Portugal.
EU, EEA and Swiss citizens do not generally require a visa to move to Portugal, but residence registration formalities apply depending on the duration of their stay. I will assist with the applicable registration procedure and residence documentation.
Yes. I will assist with the applicable procedures and documentation for eligible family members, including family reunification and the appropriate residence documentation.
Yes. I will assist with residence permit renewals and the necessary documentation and administrative procedures, according to the applicable requirements.
Yes. I remain available to assist with related legal and administrative matters in Portugal, including NIF and tax representation, powers of attorney, documentation and other procedures within the scope of my services.

CLIENT TESTIMONIAL

Moving to Portugal

“I first met Pedro in July 2022. It was a complete minfield to me. But, he guided me through, came to the necessary department in Lagos and explained everything very well in English to me.

Within a few weeks, no more, I had my first appointment in Scotland. The whole process took six months to get a second date in Lisbon and then I had my temporary residency. Thank you Pedro, excellent work.”

David Smith (Scotland)

D7 Visa — Portugal

LET’S TALK

Planning to move to Portugal?

Whether you are applying for a visa, establishing residence in Portugal or dealing with a renewal or other residence procedure, I will provide personal support throughout the process and assist with the necessary documentation and formalities.

If you are currently abroad, I will begin assisting you before your move and continue to support you after your arrival in Portugal.