Portugal - Apply for Residence Permit

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Procedure

Apply In Person

1. To Apply for Residence Permit, the applicant has to approach the Serviço de Estrangeiros e Fronteiras link
2. An application form will be provided to the applicant by the concerned officer.
3. The applicant has to fill in all the necessary details in the application form. (Incomplete applications are not accepted)
4. Make sure that the applicant has attached all the necessary documents that are mentioned in the “Required Documents” section of this page.
5. The applicant has to attach photocopies of the required documents along with the application form while submitting it.
6. Submit all the documents with the completed form to the concerned officer.
7. The applicant has to pay the prescribed fee as requested by the authority.
8. After receiving the application, the concerned authority will check the submitted application and document set. If all are in place, the application will be accepted.
9. An acknowledgment receipt will be provided. Please save it for future reference.
10. Then the application will be processed further.
11. Once the process gets completed, the applicant gets a call from the office regarding the application.
12. The applicant has to complete the biometric process successfully.
13. The applicant has to visit the office to collect the temporary residency card.
14. This entire process can be completed within 15 -30 days or as per the timeline advised by the respective department authority.

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Required Documents

• Application form
• ID proof (Birth Certificate, driving license, etc)
• Passport or another valid travel document
• Proof of legal entry into Portugal (visa or entry stamp)
• Proof of health insurance
• Proof of sufficient means of subsistence
• Criminal record certificate from the home country
• Rental agreement or proof of accommodation in Portugal

Office Locations & Contacts

Portuguese Immigration and Borders Service
Serviço de Estrangeiros e Fronteiras
Avenida do Casal de Cabanas
Urbanização Cabanas Golf Nº 1
2734-506 Barcarena / OEIRAS
GPS Lat 38.736975 Long -9.297600
Tel: (+351) 214 236 200​
Fax: (+351) 214 236 640
E-Mail: [email protected] ​
Contact link

Eligibility

• Any individual who has a residence in Portugal is eligible to make this application.

Fees

• The applicant has to pay the prescribed fee as requested by the authority.

Validity

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e.g. Birth Certificate Valid Forever

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Sample Documents

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Processing Time

• This entire process can be completed within 15 - 30 days or as per the timeline advised by the respective department authority.

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Instructions

• Applicants must complete the application form before submitting it. Incomplete applications will not be accepted.
• Applicants must provide genuine information while applying for this procedure.

Required Information

• Name
• Nationality
• Age
• Date of Birth
• Gender
• Residential Address
• Residential No
• Mobile No
• Email Address
• Parents’ name
• Parents’ details
• Educational Qualifications
• Declaration
• Date
• Signature

Need for the Document

• A residence permit in Portugal is a legal authorization that allows a non-Portuguese national to reside in Portugal for a specific period of time.
• Residence permits are issued by the Portuguese Immigration and Borders Service (SEF) and are required for individuals who wish to live in Portugal for longer than 90 days.

Information which might help

There are several types of residence permits available in Portugal, including:

• Temporary residence permit: This type of permit is issued to individuals who wish to reside in Portugal for a specific period, typically for work, study, or family reunification purposes.
• Permanent residence permit: This type of permit is issued to individuals who have lived in Portugal for five years or more and who meet certain eligibility requirements.
• Golden visa: This type of permit is issued to individuals who invest in Portugal, typically in real estate, and who meet certain investment criteria.
• Non-habitual resident status: This is a special tax status that is available to individuals who reside in Portugal for less than 183 days per year and who meet certain eligibility requirements.

Other uses of the Document/Certificate

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e.g. Birth Certificate can be used as proof of identity.

External Links

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