For Individuals / Portugal Immigration / Family Accompaniment

Family Accompaniment

Moving to Portugal with a spouse, partner, children or dependants, or joining a family member already there. Guidance on eligibility and evidence.

For Individuals / Portugal Immigration / Family Accompaniment

Family Accompaniment

Moving to Portugal with a spouse, partner, children or dependants, or joining a family member already there. Guidance on eligibility and evidence.

For Individuals / Portugal Immigration / Family Accompaniment

Family Accompaniment

Moving to Portugal with a spouse, partner, children or dependants, or joining a family member already there. Guidance on eligibility and evidence.

What is Family Accompaniment?

Family accompaniment allows eligible family members to join or move with someone who holds, or is applying for, residence in Portugal. Relationship evidence and the main applicant’s means are central. We help families plan the sequence of applications and prepare the documents each person needs.

What is Family Accompaniment?

Family accompaniment allows eligible family members to join or move with someone who holds, or is applying for, residence in Portugal. Relationship evidence and the main applicant’s means are central. We help families plan the sequence of applications and prepare the documents each person needs.

What is Family Accompaniment?

Family accompaniment allows eligible family members to join or move with someone who holds, or is applying for, residence in Portugal. Relationship evidence and the main applicant’s means are central. We help families plan the sequence of applications and prepare the documents each person needs.

Family Accompaniment services

Family Accompaniment services

Family Accompaniment services

Who this service group is for

Partners and spouses

Partners joining a family member in Portugal.

Dependent children

Children moving with their parents.

Other relatives

Dependent family members in some cases.

Who this service group is for

Partners and spouses

Partners joining a family member in Portugal.

Dependent children

Children moving with their parents.

Other relatives

Dependent family members in some cases.

Who this service group is for

Partners and spouses

Partners joining a family member in Portugal.

Dependent children

Children moving with their parents.

Other relatives

Dependent family members in some cases.

Key requirements and considerations

Family relationship

Sponsor's status

Accommodation

Means of support

Legalised documents

Key requirements and considerations

Family relationship

Sponsor's status

Accommodation

Means of support

Legalised documents

Key requirements and considerations

Family relationship

Sponsor's status

Accommodation

Means of support

Legalised documents

How Suassuna Global can help

Eligibility review

We confirm who can join and how.

Document planning

Clear guidance on certificates and legalisation.

Application preparation

We prepare each family application.

Children's applications

Support for dependent children.

Timing advice

Planning applications around your move.

Renewals

Help renewing family permits.

How Suassuna Global can help

Eligibility review

We confirm who can join and how.

Document planning

Clear guidance on certificates and legalisation.

Application preparation

We prepare each family application.

Children's applications

Support for dependent children.

Timing advice

Planning applications around your move.

Renewals

Help renewing family permits.

How Suassuna Global can help

Eligibility review

We confirm who can join and how.

Document planning

Clear guidance on certificates and legalisation.

Application preparation

We prepare each family application.

Children's applications

Support for dependent children.

Timing advice

Planning applications around your move.

Renewals

Help renewing family permits.

How the process works

A clear, structured process from first enquiry to next steps.

How the process works

A clear, structured process from first enquiry to next steps.

How the process works

A clear, structured process from first enquiry to next steps.

01

Book a consultation

01

Book a consultation

02

Assess your eligibility

02

Assess your eligibility

03

Plan documents & timing

03

Plan documents & timing

04

Prepare your application

04

Prepare your application

05

Submission & next steps

05

Submission & next steps

Fees and consultation

Costs and scope are agreed before you instruct us, so there are no surprises. Start with a consultation, or see our published legal fees.

Consultation fee

£100

30-minute video call

Fees and consultation

Costs and scope are agreed before you instruct us, so there are no surprises. Start with a consultation, or see our published legal fees.

Consultation fee

£100

30-minute video call

Fees and consultation

Costs and scope are agreed before you instruct us, so there are no surprises. Start with a consultation, or see our published legal fees.

Consultation fee

£100

30-minute video call

Trusted, regulated legal advice

Solicitor-led

Advice led by qualified immigration lawyers.

SRA regulated

Martins Costa Immigration Ltd trading as Suassuna Global is regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority.

Bilingual support

Advice in English and Portuguese, with other languages available.

Independent reviews

Read what clients say about us on Google.

Trusted, regulated legal advice

Solicitor-led

Advice led by qualified immigration lawyers.

SRA regulated

Martins Costa Immigration Ltd trading as Suassuna Global is regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority.

Bilingual support

Advice in English and Portuguese, with other languages available.

Independent reviews

Read what clients say about us on Google.

Trusted, regulated legal advice

Solicitor-led

Advice led by qualified immigration lawyers.

SRA regulated

Martins Costa Immigration Ltd trading as Suassuna Global is regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority.

Bilingual support

Advice in English and Portuguese, with other languages available.

Independent reviews

Read what clients say about us on Google.

Frequently asked questions

Who counts as family?

Can we apply together?

Do documents need legalising?

How long does it take?

Can children attend school?

Who can be a qualifying family member?

Can my spouse move with me?

Can my child join me in Portugal?

Does the resident need qualifying status?

What about unmarried partners?

Frequently asked questions

Who counts as family?

Can we apply together?

Do documents need legalising?

How long does it take?

Can children attend school?

Who can be a qualifying family member?

Can my spouse move with me?

Can my child join me in Portugal?

Does the resident need qualifying status?

What about unmarried partners?

Frequently asked questions

Who counts as family?

Can we apply together?

Do documents need legalising?

How long does it take?

Can children attend school?

Who can be a qualifying family member?

Can my spouse move with me?

Can my child join me in Portugal?

Does the resident need qualifying status?

What about unmarried partners?

Not sure which Portugal route fits your situation?

Book a consultation to discuss your circumstances, options, evidence and next steps before you start the process.

Not sure which Portugal route fits your situation?

Book a consultation to discuss your circumstances, options, evidence and next steps before you start the process.

Not sure which Portugal route fits your situation?

Book a consultation to discuss your circumstances, options, evidence and next steps before you start the process.

Immigration updates & practical guidance

Occasional updates on UK immigration, sponsor compliance and selected Portugal topics.

Immigration updates & practical guidance

Occasional updates on UK immigration, sponsor compliance and selected Portugal topics.

Immigration updates & practical guidance

Occasional updates on UK immigration, sponsor compliance and selected Portugal topics.