I am living with a residence visa.

The Portuguese residence can be obtained as a Schengen National ‘Long-stay’ visa (type D) granted to individuals working, studying or permanently residing in a Schengen area country for a set time.  Whether you are applying for a short-stay or long-stay visa, you must fill in a Portuguese visa application form and submit it to the Portuguese embassy or consulate in your home country.

This can be issued as a multi-entry visa that allows travel to other Schengen countries, provided the holder meets specific criteria. The Working (Employment) Schengen Visa is the most common type of long-stay visa.

Portuguese residence visa

     This is a four-month Portuguese visa to request a residence permit after arrival. This can be granted for any of the following reasons:

• Employed work – D1VISA
• self-employment or entrepreneurial activities – D2 VISA
• scientific research or teaching – D3 VISA
• study, student exchange, internship or voluntary service – D4 VISA
• higher education mobility programs (for students already residing in Portugal who want to further their studies) D5 VISA
• family reunification – D6 VISA
• pensioners and people with income. D7 VISA
• Golden Visa Portugal for investors – D9 VISA

Portuguese visa application

     Whether you are applying for a short-stay or long-stay visa, you must fill in a Portuguese visa application form and submit it to the Portuguese embassy or consulate in your home country. 

     You will also need to provide the following documentation along with your Portuguese visa application:

• Two passport photos
• Your passport and copies of your previous visas
• A copy of your return ticket reservation
• Travel insurance to cover you for the Schengen area during the visa period
• Cover letter stating the purpose you want to live in Portugal
• Itinerary regarding Flight dates and times
• Proof of Accommodation 
• Proof of sufficient funds
• Proof of civil status (married, children, etc.)
• Proof of economic status (employed, self-employed, student, retired, etc.)

 You may also be asked to present additional documentation related to the nature of your visa. For example, if you are applying for a tourist visa, you may need a copy of your schedule and proof of departure. In contrast, a self-employed key ‘D2’ will require proof that you applied for tax number NIF, opened a bank account, transferred funds to your Portuguese bank account, established a company, etc.

     If you apply for a business visa, you will probably need a letter from your employer, solicitor, accountant, bank manager, or the local chamber of commerce if you are self-employed. I think you may also need references.

     Portuguese visa processing time varies depending on the purpose of your visit. It can take anywhere from two weeks to two to three months, so it is advisable to start the Portuguese visa application process with time.

     If you obtain a Portuguese residence visa, you must apply for a residence permit within four months of entering Portugal. 

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