For Individuals / Portugal Immigration / Family Accompaniment

Spouse / Partner Accompaniment

Options for an eligible spouse or partner to accompany or join someone moving to Portugal.

Suassuna Global is a trading name of Martins Costa Immigration Ltd, regulated by the SRA.

Key Facts

Area

Family Accompaniment

Best for

Couples moving to Portugal

Consultation

£100 · 30 minutes

Format

Video call

For Individuals / Portugal Immigration / Family Accompaniment

Spouse / Partner Accompaniment

Options for an eligible spouse or partner to accompany or join someone moving to Portugal.

Suassuna Global is a trading name of Martins Costa Immigration Ltd, regulated by the SRA.

Key Facts

Area

Family Accompaniment

Best for

Couples moving to Portugal

Consultation

£100 · 30 minutes

Format

Video call

For Individuals / Portugal Immigration / Family Accompaniment

Spouse / Partner Accompaniment

Options for an eligible spouse or partner to accompany or join someone moving to Portugal.

Suassuna Global is a trading name of Martins Costa Immigration Ltd, regulated by the SRA.

Key Facts

Area

Family Accompaniment

Best for

Couples moving to Portugal

Consultation

£100 · 30 minutes

Format

Video call

Can my partner move with me?

In many cases a spouse or partner can apply alongside the main applicant or shortly afterwards. You need to evidence the relationship and show sufficient means for the household. We plan the applications so you can move together.

Can my partner move with me?

In many cases a spouse or partner can apply alongside the main applicant or shortly afterwards. You need to evidence the relationship and show sufficient means for the household. We plan the applications so you can move together.

Can my partner move with me?

In many cases a spouse or partner can apply alongside the main applicant or shortly afterwards. You need to evidence the relationship and show sufficient means for the household. We plan the applications so you can move together.

Who this service is for

Applicants for this service

Options for an eligible spouse or partner to accompany or join someone moving to Portugal.

Families and dependants

Household circumstances can change the appropriate route or evidence needed.

People preparing documents

You need to check route-specific requirements before submitting.

Who this service is for

Applicants for this service

Options for an eligible spouse or partner to accompany or join someone moving to Portugal.

Families and dependants

Household circumstances can change the appropriate route or evidence needed.

People preparing documents

You need to check route-specific requirements before submitting.

Who this service is for

Applicants for this service

Options for an eligible spouse or partner to accompany or join someone moving to Portugal.

Families and dependants

Household circumstances can change the appropriate route or evidence needed.

People preparing documents

You need to check route-specific requirements before submitting.

Key requirements and considerations

Eligibility

Supporting documents

Applicable rules

Authority and application stage

Complete and consistent evidence

Key requirements and considerations

Eligibility

Supporting documents

Applicable rules

Authority and application stage

Complete and consistent evidence

Key requirements and considerations

Eligibility

Supporting documents

Applicable rules

Authority and application stage

Complete and consistent evidence

How Suassuna Global can help

Service and route review

We review your circumstances and explain which requirements and options are relevant to Spouse / Partner Accompaniment.

Evidence plan

We identify the supporting evidence that matters: Relationship evidence, sponsor’s status, joint plans, accommodation and means where required.

Legal and practical checks

We check the main legal or practical risks and any missing evidence.

Prepare the agreed work

Where instructed, we help prepare or coordinate the agreed documentation and explain any local partner’s role.

Procedure and submission

We explain the applicable consular or residence steps and who is responsible for each stage.

Follow-up and next steps

We explain the outcome, any further options and any additional work or fees before you decide to proceed.

How Suassuna Global can help

Service and route review

We review your circumstances and explain which requirements and options are relevant to Spouse / Partner Accompaniment.

Evidence plan

We identify the supporting evidence that matters: Relationship evidence, sponsor’s status, joint plans, accommodation and means where required.

Legal and practical checks

We check the main legal or practical risks and any missing evidence.

Prepare the agreed work

Where instructed, we help prepare or coordinate the agreed documentation and explain any local partner’s role.

Procedure and submission

We explain the applicable consular or residence steps and who is responsible for each stage.

Follow-up and next steps

We explain the outcome, any further options and any additional work or fees before you decide to proceed.

How Suassuna Global can help

Service and route review

We review your circumstances and explain which requirements and options are relevant to Spouse / Partner Accompaniment.

Evidence plan

We identify the supporting evidence that matters: Relationship evidence, sponsor’s status, joint plans, accommodation and means where required.

Legal and practical checks

We check the main legal or practical risks and any missing evidence.

Prepare the agreed work

Where instructed, we help prepare or coordinate the agreed documentation and explain any local partner’s role.

Procedure and submission

We explain the applicable consular or residence steps and who is responsible for each stage.

Follow-up and next steps

We explain the outcome, any further options and any additional work or fees before you decide to proceed.

The application process

The application process

The application process

01

Consultation

01

Consultation

02

Relationship review

02

Relationship review

03

Means assessment

03

Means assessment

04

Joint application planning

04

Joint application planning

05

Submission

05

Submission

06

Moving together

06

Moving together

Documents usually needed

Valid passport

Proof of income or means

Proof of accommodation in Portugal

Health insurance

Criminal record certificate

Portuguese tax number (NIF)

Documents usually needed

Valid passport

Proof of income or means

Proof of accommodation in Portugal

Health insurance

Criminal record certificate

Portuguese tax number (NIF)

Documents usually needed

Valid passport

Proof of income or means

Proof of accommodation in Portugal

Health insurance

Criminal record certificate

Portuguese tax number (NIF)

Risks & important considerations

Proving the partnership

Married and unmarried relationships may face different evidence rules. Show the legal or durable relationship relevant to the chosen route.

Sponsor status

A partner’s immigration or residence position affects the family application. Do not assume a tourist visa offers the same rights.

Documents and location

Where and how to apply can depend on each person’s circumstances. Check civil-document formalities before booking travel.

Risks & important considerations

Proving the partnership

Married and unmarried relationships may face different evidence rules. Show the legal or durable relationship relevant to the chosen route.

Sponsor status

A partner’s immigration or residence position affects the family application. Do not assume a tourist visa offers the same rights.

Documents and location

Where and how to apply can depend on each person’s circumstances. Check civil-document formalities before booking travel.

Risks & important considerations

Proving the partnership

Married and unmarried relationships may face different evidence rules. Show the legal or durable relationship relevant to the chosen route.

Sponsor status

A partner’s immigration or residence position affects the family application. Do not assume a tourist visa offers the same rights.

Documents and location

Where and how to apply can depend on each person’s circumstances. Check civil-document formalities before booking travel.

Fees and consultation

Costs and scope are explained before you instruct us. See our published legal fees, or book a consultation to discuss your situation.

Consultation fee

£100

30-minute video call

Fees and consultation

Costs and scope are explained before you instruct us. See our published legal fees, or book a consultation to discuss your situation.

Consultation fee

£100

30-minute video call

Fees and consultation

Costs and scope are explained before you instruct us. See our published legal fees, or book a consultation to discuss your situation.

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.

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Frequently asked questions

Can my spouse move with me?

What about unmarried partners?

Do foreign marriage records count?

Is the process the same as a tourist visit?

Which supporting documents matter most?

What is one common problem to avoid?

Could my circumstances change the assessment?

What else should I check before applying?

Can you help with the application stages?

What happens after a consultation?

Frequently asked questions

Can my spouse move with me?

What about unmarried partners?

Do foreign marriage records count?

Is the process the same as a tourist visit?

Which supporting documents matter most?

What is one common problem to avoid?

Could my circumstances change the assessment?

What else should I check before applying?

Can you help with the application stages?

What happens after a consultation?

Frequently asked questions

Can my spouse move with me?

What about unmarried partners?

Do foreign marriage records count?

Is the process the same as a tourist visit?

Which supporting documents matter most?

What is one common problem to avoid?

Could my circumstances change the assessment?

What else should I check before applying?

Can you help with the application stages?

What happens after a consultation?

Moving to Portugal with your partner?

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

Moving to Portugal with your partner?

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

Moving to Portugal with your partner?

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.