immigration programs

Immigration programs

Are you dreaming of a new life in Portugal? Wondering what it takes to relocate to one of the world's safest countries in the world?

As a member of the Schengen Area, Portugal offers a gateway to a better life, with unique cultural experiences. Whether you're an entrepreneur, a retiree, a digital nomad, or a family seeking new opportunities, understanding the right visa and residency options is crucial for your successful immigration journey. From diverse visa types to obtaining residency, discover everything you need to know to make your move to Portugal seamless and hassle-free.

Program	Specifications	Benefits	For whom	General requirements	Tax residency	Validity	Minimum stay	Citizen option
ARI Golden Visa	Investment based residency program	Residency by investment, family reunification, Visa-free Schengen travel	Non-EU investors and their families	Investment in funds, art, cultural heritage, scientific research or company incorporation with job creation	No	2 years (renewable twice, for 2 years each)	14 days in each two year period (7 days in the first year)	Eligible after 5 years of submitting application
D8 Digital Nomads Visa	Remote workers and freelancers with retainer agreements with foreign companies	Residency, ability to work remotely and family reunification, Visa-free Schengen travel	Non-EU Remote workers and freelancers with retainer agreements with foreign companies	Proof o remote work, sufficient income and accommodation in Portugal	Yes	2 years (renewable twice, for 3 years each)	16 months in the first residency term and 28 months in each of the following residency terms*	Eligible after 5 years of submitting application
D7 Passive Income Visa	For retirees and individuals with stable passive income	Residency, family reunification and ability to live off passive income, Visa-free Schengen travel	Non-EU retirees and individuals with passive income	Proof of passive income, accommodation in Portugal and sufficient financial means	Yes	2 years (renewable twice, for 3 years each)	16 months in the first residency term and 28 months in each of the following residency terms*	Eligible after 5 years of submitting application
D6/DF Family Reunification Visa	For (D6) family members of individuals who already have legal residency in Portugal or (DF) family members of individuals applying for other D visas	Residency, ability to join family members, Visa-free Schengen travel	(D6) Family members of legal residents in Portugal or (DF) family members of applicants of other D visas	Proof of family relationship, sufficient financial means, accommodation	Yes	2 years (renewable twice, for 3 years each)	16 months in the first residency term and 28 months in each of the following residency terms*	Eligible after 5 years of submitting application
D3 Highly Qualified Activity Visa	For highly qualified professionals	Residency, ability to work in highly skilled professions and family reunification, Visa-free Schengen travel	Non-EU highly skilled professionals	Employment contract, proof of qualifications, sufficient financial means	Yes	2 years (renewable twice, for 3 years each)	16 months in the first residency term and 28 months in each of the following residency terms*	Eligible after 5 years of submitting application
D2 Entrepeneurs Visa	For entrepreneurs, freelancers or independent service providers	Residency, ability to work, run a business and family reunification, Visa-free Schengen travel	Non-EU entrepreneurs, freelancers and independent service providers	Register at the Portuguese tax department as a freelancer, individual entrepreneur or through company incorporation for services or businesses	Yes	2 years (renewable twice, for 3 years each)	16 months in the first residency term and 28 months in each of the following residency terms*	Eligible after 5 years of submitting application

*Note: possible flexibility based on professional, business, social, or cultural activities abroad.

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

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.

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Frequently
asked
questions

How many types of visas are there in Portugal?

Portugal offers a variety of visas to accommodate different needs, namely the Golden Visa, Visa, D2 Entrepreneurs Visa, D3 Highly Qualified Activity Visa, D6 Family Reunification Visa, D7 Passive Income Visa, and D8 Digital Nomads Visa.

Each visa type is designed to cater to specific groups of individuals, such as investors, workers, entrepreneurs, retirees, and remote workers.

How can I stay in Portugal for more than 3 months?

To stay in Portugal for more than 3 months, you will need to apply for a long-term visa or residency permit.

Can family members join me if I obtain a Portuguese visa?

Yes, all Portuguese visas allow for family reunification. You can apply for your visa or residency permit, as well as your spouse, dependent children, and parents.

How can I obtain Portuguese citizenship?

You can obtain Portuguese citizenship by naturalization after legally residing in Portugal for a specified period, usually 5 years.

There are exceptions for spouses of Portuguese citizens and the descendants of Portuguese Sephardic Jews, who were expelled from Portugal in the fifteenth century.

Citizenship also requires demonstrating sufficient knowledge of Portuguese language and culture, and a clean criminal record.

What our clients say

"I am incredibly grateful to SJF for their outstanding support and guidance throughout my Portuguese GV process and investment journey. From the very beginning, Sandra Jardim Fernandes led from the front, ensuring that every step of the process was seamless and stress-free.

The personal attention and leadership displayed by Sandra set the tone for the entire experience, and it was clear that client satisfaction was their top priority. The professionalism exhibited by the entire team was nothing short of exemplary. Every member was highly knowledgeable, approachable, and committed to ensuring that my needs were met.

Special recognition goes to the Miguel Cardoso who took complete ownership of my financial investment strategy. His expertise and dedication to finding the right fund for my situation were invaluable, and provided the exact level of support and advice I needed to feel confident in my decisions.

Thanks to SJF's tremendous effort, I not only successfully navigated the GV process but also made a sound financial investment that aligns with my long-term goals. I highly recommend SJF to anyone seeking expert advice and comprehensive service in both immigration facilitation and financial investments."

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."

W. Razi, Qatar

"When we made the decision to try to become Portuguese citizens through the Golden Visa program, we interviewed several different companies, and extensively read their reviews.

Ultimately, we chose to go with SJF Immigration & Investments for a couple of reasons. First, we liked that they were a smaller company at this point, so we hoped for a more personalized experience. Secondly, we liked that there was an in-house attorney to handle legal issues directly.

Several larger firms we spoke with had to outsource legal issues. We are early in our process, but we have been extremely pleased with the service and staff of SJF; They have been extremely helpful at every step. Any questions get very prompt replies, and the process has been smooth and streamlined thus far.

We appreciate that we have the same points of contact throughout the process. Ines & Claudia have been extremely easy to work with, and have helped so much in completing the early application and banking set-up thus far. Miguel, who helped us through the dizzying process of interviewing and selecting investments has been an incredible, invaluable resource. He made the process simple and clear, providing us with multiple options in various fields, and allowed us to make our decisions based on clear, understandable facts and interactions with each company.

Without Miguel, we would probably still be trying to select our Golden Visa investments! So I would highly recommend SJF Immigration and Investments to anyone looking to go through the Golden Visa process in Portugal.

We have had nothing but Positive experiences, and I'm sure you will as well."

J. Skoglund, Florida, USA

"From our first scheduled interview with Sra Sandra Jardim Fernandes, we felt we were in good hands. She not only answered our initial questions but also offered a wealth if information and advise with clarity and expertise.

She and her colleagues assisted us with everything from securing our NIFs, opening our bank account, assisting us to review the initial apartment rental lease, and clearly explaining the details needed to successfully complete our VFS appointment, application for a visa from the Portuguese consulate, and referral for expert tax advise.

We look forward to continuing our immigration journey with SJF Immigration & Investments at our side. The professional and pleasant manner of her and her colleagues helped to ease any concerns or confusion we had about the required processes.

What would have been an otherwise extremely stressful experience had we taken it on ourselves without her assistance was much more straight forward and pleasant thanks to Sra Fernandes' and her team's counsel and knowledge of the processes.

We have and will continue to recommend SJF Immigration & Investments without reservation to any seeking assistance."

P. Evans and Paul, California, USA

"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

Are you ready to move to Portugal?

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.

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