Immigration programs
Immigration programs
ARI
Golden Visa
For those who are looking to invest in Portugal and obtain residency, through eligible investment routes.
D7
Passive Income Visa
For retirees or individuals with a stable passive income, including dividends from real estate or investments.
D8
Digital Nomad Visa
For remote workers and digital nomads working for a company outside Portugal.
D2
Entrepreneur Visa
For entrepreneurs, freelancers, and independent service providers in Portugal.
D3
Highly Qualified Activity Visa
For highly qualified professionals, including scientific researchers and academics.
D6
Family Reunification Visa
For family members of individuals who already have legal residency in Portugal.
Additional services
Additional services
Tax advisement
Expert guidance on optimizing your tax obligations in Portugal.
Investment advisement
Expert guidance for your investment opportunities, in Funds and Arts.
Property search
Professional help in finding and securing your ideal property in Portugal.
Concierge services
Personalized support to ease your transition to Portugal.
Legal assistance
Comprehensive legal support for all your immigration and residency needs.
How we work
How we work
1
Book a consultation call
Begin your journey by scheduling a consultation call with our Head of Legal Affairs, Sandra Jardim Fernandes. Get personalized guidance and expertise, ensuring a clear understanding of your options.
2
Get tax advisement and choose immigration program
Gain access to expert tax advisement to meet your unique financial needs and objectives and choose your immigration program accordingly.
3
Sign engagement letter
Sign the engagement letter, with all the fees and services listed and pay the fees.
4
Get investment advisement
Get access to expert investing advisor to guide your investments, whether in Funds or Art and Cultural Heritage.
5
Get legal assistance in preparing your visa application
We’ll help you with all the legal requirements, ensuring a seamless process from start to finish, making sure all deadlines will be met with precision.
6
Schedule and submit your visa application
Depending on your immigration program and your location, we will assist you in submitting your visa application.
7
Schedule an appointment with AIMA
We’ll schedule and accompany you to your AIMA Appointment in Portugal, to get your residence permit.
8
Get help with our concierge services
Beyond immigration assistance, we offer a range of personalized concierge services to support your transition to Portugal. From real estate and private healthcare to education and more.
Why
choose us
What our clients say
S. Khan, Pakistan
"Immigration processes can be tiresome, problematic and time consuming if not well understood. Need to collect different kinds of documentation and having process steps executed on the right is crucial to any successful application.
I was recommended to SJF by a close acquaintance and feel blessed to have SJF with me to guide at each and every step throughout the visa process. SJF staff is very knowledgeable and will stay in close contact with their clients at different stages of the application process.
SJF team assisted me through all our doubts and questions very professionally and efficiently. SFJ team is always transparent and go out all the way to protect client interests; with SJF team around one always get the comforting feeling of having a safety net around you.
I am happy to recommend SJF to anyone who is looking for Portuguese Immigration services and wish them a lot of success in the future."
"I have had a wonderful experience working with Sandra and the SJF team on my residency process to move from the US to Portugal. Sandra was very attentive to my specific situation and offered a game plan that started last August and was successfully approved in November.
During this time, Sandra and her team were kind enough to help with every step of the process and guide me on exactly what needed to be done to achieve a successful outcome. I have been thoroughly impressed by the level of attention and customer service provided to me during this process and have recommended their services to a few other friends.
Thank you, Sandra and the SJF team, for all your help."
N. Samiee, Washington, USA
"Making the decision to immigrate to Portugal is a little daunting. Sandra and the SJF team has made this journey less stressful. At our initial consultation Sandra explained the different visa programs available and the process for each as well as her services to guide us with our decisions.
The SJF team is very knowledgable and professional, They assisted in every step of our D7 visa process, advising, guiding and reviewing all our submittals. I can honestly say that engaging SJF was the best and smartest decision I made during this entire journey.
Thank you Sandra and the entire SJF team."
"I’ve been very happy with the work this firm has done for me. I always feel well-supported knowing Sandra's team has my back. Your people have been consistently kind, patient and knowledgeable.
This has been very comforting when navigating a new country, a new system, and a new process.
The fees while not inexpensive do not feel out of line. And when I questioned a charge, Sandra has been more than responsive.
Thanks again for all your help to this point."
S. Damico, Florida, USA
Why Portugal?
Portugal consistently ranks as one of the safest countries in the world, currently holding the seventh position globally and fourth within the EU according to the Global Peace Index.
This, combined with its excellent healthcare system, high quality of life, and affordability, makes Portugal an ideal relocation destination. Enjoy over 300 days of sunshine, a stable economy with robust investment opportunities like the Golden Visa program, and a welcoming community rich in cultural heritage.
The State Budget for 2024 has established a tax incentive regime for research and innovation that, although having a more limited scope than the previous RNH regime, presents itself as a viable and interesting alternative to this regime, offering some interesting tax benefits.
Discover why Portugal is the ultimate place to live.
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Whether you're a investor, digital nomad, entrepreneur, retiree, or a family member, Portugal offers excellent investment opportunities, stunning natural beauty, rich architecture, and a welcoming climate. With excellent security, quality education, and easy access to the rest of Europe, Portugal is the perfect place to call home.