Family Reunification Visa to Enter Portugal
International clients
Preparing Both Stages for the Family
After a favourable decision, the relative proceeds to the visa stage at the competent consular post. The visa and residence permit are separate decisions.
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- 01Check whether the relative and resident meet the requirements.
- 02Prepare evidence of family ties for AIMA.
- 03Organise documents and the consular appointment after the decision.
- 04Review additional requests and advise on the residence stage after entry.
Our assistance does not guarantee approval. The decision always rests with the competent authorities.
Indicative
Documents usually required
Confirm the documents, submission rules and fees with the competent consular post before applying.
- Consular application form, passport and photographs, where required.
- Travel insurance or applicable health cover.
- Criminal record certificate and authorisation to consult the Portuguese criminal record, where provided for.
- Proof of accommodation and means of subsistence.
- Favourable decision or reference for the family reunification case.
- Birth or marriage certificates and evidence of a de facto partnership or dependency, as applicable.
- Evidence of consent and representation for minors.
- Legalisation and translation of foreign documents, where required.
This list is indicative only; the documents required depend on the individual case and consular post.
Family Reunification Visa to Enter Portugal
How it works
- 01
AIMA application
The resident submits the family reunification application to AIMA.
- 02
Assessment of requirements
AIMA assesses family ties, accommodation, means and legal conditions.
- 03
Consular stage
After a favourable decision, the relative applies for a visa at the competent post.
- 04
Entry and permit
Entry into Portugal and the residence permit stage with AIMA follow.
Family Reunification Visa to Enter Portugal
Frequently asked questions
Can I start at the consulate without an AIMA decision?
Under the usual route, the consular stage follows AIMA's authorisation. Check whether a special regime applies.
Does the visa immediately provide a residence card?
No: issuing the residence permit is a later stage.
Does the whole family need exactly the same documents?
No: age, relationship, custody and dependency can change the evidence required.
Initial review
Is your family outside Portugal?
We can check both stages before you begin.