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General Visa Requirements
Early-stage advice for anyone exploring a move to Portugal. Understand the common requirements before choosing a route.
For Individuals / Portugal Immigration / General Visa Requirements
General Visa Requirements
Early-stage advice for anyone exploring a move to Portugal. Understand the common requirements before choosing a route.
For Individuals / Portugal Immigration / General Visa Requirements
General Visa Requirements
Early-stage advice for anyone exploring a move to Portugal. Understand the common requirements before choosing a route.
What do most Portugal visas require?
Most Portugal visa and residence routes share a core set of requirements: a valid passport, proof of means, accommodation, health insurance and a clean criminal record, often with translations and apostilles. Understanding these early saves time. We give you a clear picture of what applies to you before you commit to a route.
What do most Portugal visas require?
Most Portugal visa and residence routes share a core set of requirements: a valid passport, proof of means, accommodation, health insurance and a clean criminal record, often with translations and apostilles. Understanding these early saves time. We give you a clear picture of what applies to you before you commit to a route.
What do most Portugal visas require?
Most Portugal visa and residence routes share a core set of requirements: a valid passport, proof of means, accommodation, health insurance and a clean criminal record, often with translations and apostilles. Understanding these early saves time. We give you a clear picture of what applies to you before you commit to a route.
General Visa Requirements services
General Visa Requirements services
General Visa Requirements services
Who this service group is for
First-time applicants
People starting a Portugal visa application.
Students and workers
People applying on study or work routes.
Families
People applying alongside family members.
Who this service group is for
First-time applicants
People starting a Portugal visa application.
Students and workers
People applying on study or work routes.
Families
People applying alongside family members.
Who this service group is for
First-time applicants
People starting a Portugal visa application.
Students and workers
People applying on study or work routes.
Families
People applying alongside family members.
Key requirements and considerations
Valid passport
Proof of means
Accommodation
Criminal record
Health insurance
Key requirements and considerations
Valid passport
Proof of means
Accommodation
Criminal record
Health insurance
Key requirements and considerations
Valid passport
Proof of means
Accommodation
Criminal record
Health insurance
How Suassuna Global can help
Eligibility assessment
We confirm the requirements for your route.
Document checklist
A clear list tailored to you.
Legalisation
Guidance on apostilles and translations.
Accommodation evidence
Help presenting your housing.
Means evidence
Help presenting funds and income.
Application review
We check everything before you submit.
How Suassuna Global can help
Eligibility assessment
We confirm the requirements for your route.
Document checklist
A clear list tailored to you.
Legalisation
Guidance on apostilles and translations.
Accommodation evidence
Help presenting your housing.
Means evidence
Help presenting funds and income.
Application review
We check everything before you submit.
How Suassuna Global can help
Eligibility assessment
We confirm the requirements for your route.
Document checklist
A clear list tailored to you.
Legalisation
Guidance on apostilles and translations.
Accommodation evidence
Help presenting your housing.
Means evidence
Help presenting funds and income.
Application review
We check everything before you submit.
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.
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Book a consultation
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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.
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.
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.
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
What documents do I need?
Do certificates need apostilles?
Do I need health insurance?
What counts as proof of means?
What if my application is returned?
Do I need proof of enrolment?
Is D7 or D8 more suitable?
Does every document need an apostille?
Is a rental contract always required?
Does every course qualify?
Frequently asked questions
What documents do I need?
Do certificates need apostilles?
Do I need health insurance?
What counts as proof of means?
What if my application is returned?
Do I need proof of enrolment?
Is D7 or D8 more suitable?
Does every document need an apostille?
Is a rental contract always required?
Does every course qualify?
Frequently asked questions
What documents do I need?
Do certificates need apostilles?
Do I need health insurance?
What counts as proof of means?
What if my application is returned?
Do I need proof of enrolment?
Is D7 or D8 more suitable?
Does every document need an apostille?
Is a rental contract always required?
Does every course qualify?
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.