Portugal D7 Visa – Frequently Asked Questions

 

• What type of visa is the D7?

The Portuguese government first made it possible for non-EU/EEA/Swiss citizens to apply for temporary residency in Portugal in 2007 with the introduction of the D7 Visa, often known as the Retirement Visa or Passive Income Visa. It is used to qualify for citizenship and a permit for long-term residence.

 

• How long do you have to stay in Portugal on a D7 visa?

You must typically stay in Portugal for six consecutive or eight non-consecutive months each year if you possess a D7 resident visa.

 

• How long does it take to get the Portugal D7 Visa?

The exact time required to receive the D7 Visa can vary depending on where you apply and the number of applications at the time, but you can expect your application to be approved in as little as three weeks (or less). Your SEF appointment date, on the other hand, will most likely be arranged several months in the future.

 

• Can I relocate to Portugal with a D7 visa while having a criminal record?

One can only apply for a temporary residence visa under the D7 Visa provided they have not been convicted of a crime in their home country that would result in a one-year prison sentence under Portuguese law.

 

• Can I use the healthcare services in Portugal if I have a D7 Visa?

After SEF approves your D7 residency permit, you will be allowed to use Portuguese public healthcare services in the same way as a regular resident would. To receive access, you must first register with Portugal's National Health Service (SNS).

 

• Do I have to speak Portuguese to apply for the D7 Visa?

Portuguese language proficiency is not a requirement to apply for the D7 visa. However, if you desire to apply for citizenship through naturalization after five years or more, you will need to have a basic command of Portuguese.

 

• Is it possible to get a d7 visa without a passive income?

No, the applicants must either buy or rent a home in Portugal and have a passive income of at least €705 per month from outside Portugal.

 

• Can you work in Portugal on a d7 visa?

As long as you can demonstrate your passive income (which is not obtained from within Portugal), you can use the D7 visa to work remotely while residing in Portugal.

 

How Pelican Migration Consultants can assist you?

A D7 Visa is the most effective way to get residency in Portugal. You and your immediate family will also be able to travel within the Schengen area of Europe without requiring any additional visas thanks to a D7 Visa. As immigration regulations and laws are always changing and difficult to comprehend and follow, it is advisable to contact Portugal Immigration Consultants who can help and guide you through the procedure. To ensure that you present yourself to the Portugal Immigration Department in the best possible light, we offer customized one-on-one guidance. We support clients by calculating their odds of receiving a visa, helping them prepare for and receive feedback from interviews, and developing a unique immigration strategy plan for each client independently.

Pelican Migration Consultants offers our prospects a high chance of success with our organized approach. Since all of our immigration cases are handled by knowledgeable and experienced immigration consultants, you can count on us. Additionally, our professionals are qualified and fully comprehend the Portuguese immigration process. So, if you're prepared to move forward, why not contact us right away to schedule a private consultation?