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Portugal D7 visa
Foreigners obtain a D7 visa to move to Portugal and travel freely across the Schengen Area.
The visa and residence permit are granted to
financially independent individuals with a stable passive income from abroad.
The visa and residence permit are granted to
financially independent individuals with a stable passive income from abroad.
2 years
Validity of the first residence permit
Validity of the first residence permit
No investment
Expenses include rent and fees
Expenses include rent and fees
Schengen Area
Visa-free travel under the 90/180-day rule
Visa-free travel under the 90/180-day rule
5 years
Lifetime permanent residence available
Lifetime permanent residence available
Portugal has been issuing the D7 visa since 2007.
The visa allows foreigners to enter the country and apply for a temporary residence permit.
The visa and residence permit are intended for financially independent foreigners with passive income from abroad, such as a pension, dividends, royalties, or rental income.
Spouse, children, and parents, can obtain resident status together with the main applicant.
The visa allows foreigners to enter the country and apply for a temporary residence permit.
The visa and residence permit are intended for financially independent foreigners with passive income from abroad, such as a pension, dividends, royalties, or rental income.
Spouse, children, and parents, can obtain resident status together with the main applicant.
The residence permit is valid for two years.
To extend it for another three years, you must live in Portugal for 1.5 consecutive years or 16 months in total and confirm an income of at least €920 per month.
To extend it for another three years, you must live in Portugal for 1.5 consecutive years or 16 months in total and confirm an income of at least €920 per month.
9 benefits of Portugal D7 visa and residence permit
- Relocation to PortugalHolders of the D7 visa apply for a residence permit in Portugal, which allows them to live, study, and receive medical care in the country. Foreigners choose Portugal for its mild climate, high quality of life, and affordable cost of living.
- Visa-free travel across the Schengen AreaA Portuguese residence permit allows free travel throughout the Schengen Area. Travellers only need to carry their passport and residence card.
- Access to healthcareResidents receive free medical care in public clinics. Treatment in private clinics is also more affordable than in many other European countries.
- Access to Portuguese banking servicesResidence permit holders can keep their savings in local banks, take out loans, and make international transfers.
- Family reunificationResidence permits in Portugal are also granted to family members — spouses, children, and parents who are financially dependent on the main applicant.
- Low cost of obtaining residenceApplicants are not required to make major investments in the country’s economy. To obtain a residence permit, it is enough to show income and savings and to buy or rent property in Portugal.
- High-quality educationHolders of residence permits can attend local schools and universities. Institutions in Porto, Lisbon, and Coimbra rank among the best in the world.
- Comfortable lifestyleThe cost of living in Portugal is lower than in France, Spain, or Italy. A single person spends about €666 per month, while a family of four spends around €2,410, excluding rent.
- Path to European Union citizenshipAn application for permanent residence in Portugal can be submitted after 5 years of legal residence in the country. Citizenship is available to foreigners after 10 years of living in Portugal.
Requirements to apply for the Portugal D7 visa
Over 18 years old
No criminal record
Own or rent property in Portugal
No criminal record
Own or rent property in Portugal
Up to 21 years old
Unmarried
Financially dependent on the main applicant
Unmarried
Financially dependent on the main applicant
Financially dependent on the main applicant
Requirements for obtaining Portugal D7 visa
Request
Income — €920+ per month
Savings — €11,040+
Property purchase or rental
Income — €920+ per month
Savings — €11,040+
Property purchase or rental
Details
The applicant must demonstrate passive income from foreign sources, such as a pension, rental income, dividends, or royalties.
The minimum income requirement increases by 50% for a spouse or parent and by 30% for each child.
The applicant must transfer savings to a Portuguese bank account.
The required savings amount must equal the minimum annual income. If family members are included in the application, the required savings increase by 50% for spouses and parents and by 30% for children.
Investment can be provided by a sponsor.
The applicant must demonstrate passive income from foreign sources, such as a pension, rental income, dividends, or royalties.
The minimum income requirement increases by 50% for a spouse or parent and by 30% for each child.
The applicant must transfer savings to a Portuguese bank account.
The required savings amount must equal the minimum annual income. If family members are included in the application, the required savings increase by 50% for spouses and parents and by 30% for children.
Investment can be provided by a sponsor.
Additional costs
€290+
Associated fees
€14+
Health insurance
1% or more of the property value
Related taxes and fees
€290+
Associated fees
€14+
Health insurance
1% or more of the property value
Related taxes and fees
Key documents to apply for a
Portugal D7 visa and residence permit
Portugal D7 visa and residence permit
- Visa application form
- Foreign passport
- Two colour photographs
- Health insurance policy
- Certificate of no criminal record from the applicant’s country of residence
- Property purchase or rental agreement
- Bank statement from a Portuguese bank showing sufficient funds to live in Portugal for one year
- Proof of family relationship for dependants, marriage or birth certificates
- Document confirming the Portuguese taxpayer number, NIF
How to obtain D7 visa and residence permit in Portugal: step‑by‑step process
A compliance specialist reviews the investor’s background and sources of income.
This verification helps assess the risk of visa or residence permit refusal and allows the applicant to prepare in advance for potential issues, such as providing additional documents.
This verification helps assess the risk of visa or residence permit refusal and allows the applicant to prepare in advance for potential issues, such as providing additional documents.
The foreigner obtains a taxpayer number, NIF, remotely through a tax representative in Portugal. It is required to open a bank account and buy or rent property.
A sufficient amount to cover the family’s living expenses for one year is transferred to the Portuguese bank account. It is allowed to show savings in a foreign bank account, but a Portuguese account may be requested at the biometrics submission stage. If it is not available, the applicant risks rejection.
A sufficient amount to cover the family’s living expenses for one year is transferred to the Portuguese bank account. It is allowed to show savings in a foreign bank account, but a Portuguese account may be requested at the biometrics submission stage. If it is not available, the applicant risks rejection.
Head office`s real estate department offers the applicant suitable properties for purchase or rental. The firm’s lawyers assist in completing the transaction.
The applicant collects documents according to a personalised checklist prepared by lawyers. They assist with translation, notarisation, and filling in government forms.
The documents are submitted to the Portuguese consulate in the applicant’s country of residence.
The documents are submitted to the Portuguese consulate in the applicant’s country of residence.
The applicant must travel to Portugal within four months after receiving the visa and apply for a residence permit.
The D7 visa allows the holder to live in Portugal but not to work. This restriction is lifted once the residence permit card is issued.
The D7 visa allows the holder to live in Portugal but not to work. This restriction is lifted once the residence permit card is issued.
Head office`s lawyers schedule an appointment in advance with AIMA, the Agency for Integration, Migration and Asylum of Portugal. The residence permit application must be submitted in person on the scheduled date.
All applicants must provide biometric data.
All applicants must provide biometric data.
Once the application is approved, the residence card is sent by mail to the applicant’s registered address in Portugal. The first residence permit is issued for two years and can be renewed for an additional three years.
After 5 years of residence in the country, the applicant may apply for permanent residence, and after 10 years — for Portuguese citizenship.
After 5 years of residence in the country, the applicant may apply for permanent residence, and after 10 years — for Portuguese citizenship.
Additional services
Investors turn to us for additional services after obtaining a residence permit in Portugal, for example, to renew their residence permit or reunite with family members.
- Residence permit renewal
- Family reunification
- Obtaining a social security number
- Exchanging a driving licence for a Portuguese one
- Opening a bank account in Portugal
- Registering a company in Portugal
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