Portugal D7 Visa
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Portugal D7 Passive Income Visa Application
What is Portugal D7 Visa for ?
The Portugal D7 Visa (also known as Portugal Passive Income Visa) is ideal for non-EU/EEA members who have a regular passive income that will ensure the basic financial means to live in Portugal.
Portugal D7 Visa Income Requirements:
The minimum passive income varies according to the number of family members of the applicant’s household:
- Main applicant: €920 per month
- Other household adults: Additional €460 for each per month
- Minors: Additional €276 for each per month
- Eligible passive income includes: Rental, Pension, Copyrights, Dividends, but not Salary Income
Portugal D7 Visa Deposit Requirement:
Minimum of €11,040 must be transferred to the Portuguese bank account prior to application. In case of adding any dependents, this amount will increase.
- For each adult: Additional €5,520
- For each minors: Additional €3,312
Portugal Passive Income Visa Key Benefits:
- Access to the public health and education systems
- No restrictions for working in Portugal
- Family reunification : allowing spouse/partner, children and other dependents to live in Portugal
- Apply for permanent residency or citizenship after 5 years of residency
- Visa-free entry in the Schengen countries
Here’s what is included in our services:
Pre-Application Phase:
✓ Free initial consultation to determine best visa pathway
✓ NIF application
✓ Introduction to bank manager + bank account opening support
✓ Document checklist personalized to your situation
✓ Assistant searching for a property to buy or an introduction to available rental property options for a D Visa Application
Application Phase:
✔ Document legalization guidance
✔ Lease agreement preparation or review
✔ VFS/Consulate appointment scheduling support
Throughout Process:
✓ Dedicated lawyer assigned to your case
✓ Dedicated account manager for continuous follow-up
✓ Video call consultations at every stage
✓ Document analysis and verification
✓ Lawyer accompaniment to AIMA appointment
Additional Support (If Needed)
✓ Renewal support (year 2)
✓ Permanent residency application support (year 5)
How to apply for a Portugal D7 Visa ?
After you have decided that a Portugal D7 Visa is your ideal choice, you might want to get more information on the investment options, and to start preparing for the application. Below are step by step application procedures to give you an idea of the process.
We understand there are major decisions to be made here, and dealing in Portuguese may make things more complicated. The Golden Portugal team is here to help you along the way.
Average Processing Time : 9 Months
Application Procedures for Portugal D7 Visa
Step 1 – Schedule an appointment with the Portuguese Embassy or Consulate of your country of residence.
Provide necessary documents at the appointment.
Step 2 – Get a temporary visa
This visa is valid for 120 days and allows you to legally travel to Portugal and prepare for the second step of the procedure.
Step 3 – Get appointment with the Portuguese immigration officer
You will do your biometric at this appointment as well.
Step 4 – Get Residence Cards
Your approval and residence card will be ready in around 1-2 month’s time, where it will be mailed to your Portuguese address.
Required Documents for Portugal D7 Visa
✓ Valid Passport: A current passport is essential.
✓ Criminal Record Certificate: For each applicant aged 16 or older, a criminal record certificate from the country where you’ve latest resided for at least one year is required.
✓ Proof of Address: Provide a copy of your driver’s license, a recent utility bill, or a recent bank statement (for the main applicant).
✓ Proof of adequate accommodation in Portugal: Rental lease or own property
✓ Travel-Medical Insurance
✓ Portuguese NIF – we can get it for you
✓ Portuguese bank account – we can get it for you
✓ Proof of sufficient and available funds to live in Portugal, shown in the applicant´s Portuguese bank account statement
Family Members’ Eligibility Documents: If you are including family members in your application, you’ll need to provide specific documents:
✓ For the spouse, a marriage certificate.
✓ For children, birth certificates (plus single status certificates and proof of student enrolment if they are over 18).
✓ For dependent parents, birth certificates of the main applicant or the spouse
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What happens in your first call:
1. We assess your specific situation, goals, and timeline
2. We map eligible pathways (often multiple options)
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International clients working with Portuguese systems often experience frustration with response times and communication gaps. We bridge that gap with 48-hour guaranteed SLA* for all inquiries throughout your entire 5-7 year journey, proactive updates, and direct founder escalation
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Global Expertise Meets Local Knowledge
Team from 4 continents speaking 9 languages. We bridge international service standards with Portuguese bureaucratic realities—combining global perspective with on-the-ground local expertise. Our entire team operates from Portugal, on the ground where your application is processed.
Your Dedicated Team
Dedicated legal counsel + account manager from day one through citizenship—no rotating handlers. With every document reviewed personally by your designated lawyer. No AI, no offshore processing. You have direct contact with your lawyer, fund managers, and bank managers—not filtered through intermediaries.
Beyond the Visa
Most agencies celebrate when your Golden Visa is approved, then disappear. We’re structured for the entire 5-7 year journey: residency → permanent residency → citizenship. One team. Start to finish.
FAQ on Portugal D7 Visa
What are the requirements of the Portugal D7 visa program?
The applicant must have a passive income greater than the below minimum threshold. The minimum passive income varies according to the number of family members in the applicant´s household
– Main applicant: €11,040 per year
– Other household adults: €5,520 per year
– Underage and dependent children over the age of 18: €3,312 per year
What type of passive income is allowed for Portugal D7 visa?
Eligible passive income includes: rental, pension, copyrights, dividends, but not salary income
Who can I include as dependents with my application?
Portugal Golden Visa programs allows you to include 3 generations of family member with your application. You can include the following family members:
– Spouse
– Children under the age of 18
– Parents of the applicant or spouse
How long does it take to get the Portugal D7 visa?
The whole process takes on average 9 months from the beginning. From the application date, the Consulate has 90 days to provide a decision, which being favourable grants 120 days temporary visa in your passport. Within this period, you must apply for a residence permit in Portugal, which takes up to 90 days to be issued.
What type of residence permit do I get?
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