Elena Garnitsarik Portugal D7 visa
Foreigners obtain a D7 visa to move to Portugal and travel freely across the Schengen Area.
The visa and residence permit are granted to financially independent individuals with a stable passive income from abroad.
€920+ per months
Passive income
€11,040+
On saving account
6+ months
Obtaining period
10 years
To citizenship
Portugal has been issuing the D7 visa since 2007. The visa allows foreigners to enter the country and apply for a temporary residence permit.
The visa and residence permit are intended for financially independent foreigners with passive income from abroad, such as a pension, dividends, royalties, or rental income.
Spouse, children, and parents, can obtain resident status together with the main applicant.
The residence permit is valid for two years. To extend it for another three years, you must live in Portugal for 1.5 consecutive years or 16 months in total and confirm an income of at least €920 per month.
9 benefits of Portugal D7 visa and residence permit
Relocation to Portugal
Visa-free travel across the Schengen Area
Access to healthcare
Access to Portuguese banking services
Family reunification
Low cost of obtaining residence
High-quality education
Comfortable lifestyle
Path to European Union citizenship
Visa‑free travel to 29 European countries
Austria
Belgium
Bulgaria
Croatia
Czech Republic
Denmark
Estonia
Finland
France
Germany
Greece
Hungary
Iceland
Italy
Latvia
Liechtenstein
Lithuania
Luxembourg
Malta
Netherlands
Requirements to apply for the Portugal D7 visa
Over 18 years old
No criminal record
Own or rent property in Portugal
Spouse
Up to 21 years old
Unmarried
Financially dependent on the main applicant
Financially dependent on the main applicant
Requirements for obtaining Portugal D7 visa
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Key documents to apply for a Portugal D7 visa and residence permit
- Visa application form
- Foreign passport
- Two colour photographs
- Health insurance policy
- Certificate of no criminal record from the applicant’s country of residence
- Property purchase or rental agreement
- Bank statement from a Portuguese bank showing sufficient funds to live in Portugal for one year
- Proof of family relationship for dependants, marriage or birth certificates
- Document confirming the Portuguese taxpayer number, NIF
How to obtain D7 visa and residence permit in Portugal: step‑by ‑step process
Preliminary check
A Passportivity compliance specialist reviews the investor’s background and sources of income.
This verification helps assess the risk of visa or residence permit refusal and allows the applicant to prepare in advance for potential issues, such as providing additional documents.
Obtaining a NIF and opening a bank account
The foreigner obtains a taxpayer number, NIF, remotely through a tax representative in Portugal. It is required to open a bank account and buy or rent property.
A sufficient amount to cover the family’s living expenses for one year is transferred to the Portuguese bank account. It is allowed to show savings in a foreign bank account, but a Portuguese account may be requested at the biometrics submission stage. If it is not available, the applicant risks rejection.
Property purchase or rental
Passportivity’s real estate department offers the applicant suitable properties for purchase or rental. The firm’s lawyers assist in completing the transaction.
Preparation and submission of D7 visa documents
The applicant collects documents according to a personalised checklist prepared by lawyers. They assist with translation, notarisation, and filling in government forms.
The documents are submitted to the Portuguese consulate in the applicant’s country of residence.
Entry to Portugal with a D7 visa
The applicant must travel to Portugal within four months after receiving the visa and apply for a residence permit.
The D7 visa allows the holder to live in Portugal but not to work. This restriction is lifted once the residence permit card is issued.
Applying for a residence permit
Passportivity’s lawyers schedule an appointment in advance with AIMA, the Agency for Integration, Migration and Asylum of Portugal. The residence permit application must be submitted in person on the scheduled date.
All applicants must provide biometric data.
Receiving residence cards 🔥
Once the application is approved, the residence card is sent by mail to the applicant’s registered address in Portugal. The first residence permit is issued for two years and can be renewed for an additional three years.
After 5 years of residence in the country, the applicant may apply for permanent residence, and after 10 years — for Portuguese citizenship.
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Passportivity operates strictly under the provisions of the Law on the Entry, Stay and Departure of Foreign Citizens of July 4th, 2007 and Regulatory Decree No. 84 of November 5th, 2007.
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We develop step-by-step plans, taking into account client requirements, to achieve optimal results.
Support at every stage
From the first consultation and even after receiving the desired document, we provide legal support.
Additional services
Get a tax number, sign a rental agreement or apostille additional documents — we will fulfill any request.
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Additional services
Investors turn to Passportivity for additional services after obtaining a residence permit in Portugal, for example, to renew their residence permit or reunite with family members.
- Residence permit renewal
- Family reunification
- Obtaining a social security number
- Exchanging a driving licence for a Portuguese one
- Opening a bank account in Portugal
- Registering a company in Portugal
Frequently asked questions
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Applicants must also buy or rent property in Portugal to have a registered address in the country.
The first residence card is issued for two years. To extend it for another three years, a foreigner must submit an application to AIMA either in person or online.
An applicant must confirm a passive income equal to at least the national minimum wage — €920 per month in 2026. The amount increases by 50% for each additional adult and by 30% for each child included in the application.
A foreigner qualifies for a residence permit for financially independent persons if they can prove a monthly income of at least €920. This is verified only during the initial application.
The visa is granted to financially independent foreigners with a passive income of at least €920 per month and property in Portugal, either owned or rented.
Spouses, financially dependent children, and parents may be included in the D7 visa application. In that case, the minimum required income increases by 50% for each adult and 30% for each child.
The D7 visa allows the holder and their family to obtain Portuguese residence permits.
With a residence permit in Portugal, foreigners can live, study, and receive healthcare in the country, as well as travel
The main documents include a passport, birth and marriage certificates, health insurance, a criminal record certificate, proof of regular passive income, a Portuguese bank statement, a NIF number, and either a property ownership certificate or a rental agreement in Portugal.
Yes. To renew the residence permit, a foreigner must stay in Portugal for at least 1.5 consecutive years or a total of 16 months over 2 years. The D7 visa is intended for foreigners who plan to live in Portugal permanently, and the immigration service monitors compliance with this requirement.
No, the D7 visa programme remains active. Financially independent individuals with passive income can still obtain the visa.
A foreigner becomes a Portuguese tax resident if they spend more than 183 days a year in Portugal or if their centre of life, such as family, is located there.
Tax residents pay personal income tax on their worldwide income. The tax is charged on a progressive scale ranging from 13 to 48%. If the foreigner operates a business in Portugal, the corporate tax rate is 21%.
A foreigner can apply for Portuguese citizenship after 10 years of residence with a valid residence permit, provided they demonstrate proficiency in the Portuguese language at least at the A2 level.
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