5
Yrs to Citizenship Eligibility
3-5
Months Processing
85+
Approval Rate %
Overview
Portugal Residency
The D7 Visa suits applicants with passive or remote income; the D2 Visa suits entrepreneurs setting up a business in Portugal. Both lead to renewable residency and, after five years, eligibility for permanent residency or citizenship.
Who This Is For
- Remote workers and retirees with stable passive income
- Entrepreneurs relocating a business or launching one in Portugal
- Families seeking an EU base with a path to citizenship
Eligibility
What you'll need to qualify
- Proof of stable passive/remote income (D7) or a viable business plan (D2)
- NIF (Portuguese tax number) and local bank account
- Proof of accommodation in Portugal
- Clean criminal record
Documents
Core document checklist
- Proof of income or business plan
- NIF and Portuguese bank statement
- Proof of accommodation
- Criminal background check, apostilled
Process
How we take you from enquiry to approval
Step 01
Route Selection
We confirm whether D7 or D2 fits your income or business profile.
Step 02
NIF & Bank Setup
We arrange your Portuguese tax number and bank account remotely.
Step 03
Consulate Filing
Application lodged at the Portuguese consulate in your country of residence.
Step 04
Residency Registration
Post-arrival registration with SEF/AIMA to receive your residency card.
FAQ
Portugal Residency — common questions
Pensions, rental income, dividends and some remote-employment income can qualify — we assess your specific income mix during the free assessment.
Yes — both D7 and D2 holders can apply for permanent residency or citizenship after five years of legal residency.
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