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Visa Eligibility Assessment

An initial assessment to identify which Portugal visa or residence category fits the purpose of the move.

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

Key Facts

Area

General Visa Requirements

Best for

Anyone exploring a move to Portugal

Consultation

£100 · 30 minutes

Format

Video call

For Individuals / Portugal Immigration / General Visa Requirements

Visa Eligibility Assessment

An initial assessment to identify which Portugal visa or residence category fits the purpose of the move.

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

Key Facts

Area

General Visa Requirements

Best for

Anyone exploring a move to Portugal

Consultation

£100 · 30 minutes

Format

Video call

For Individuals / Portugal Immigration / General Visa Requirements

Visa Eligibility Assessment

An initial assessment to identify which Portugal visa or residence category fits the purpose of the move.

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

Key Facts

Area

General Visa Requirements

Best for

Anyone exploring a move to Portugal

Consultation

£100 · 30 minutes

Format

Video call

Which Portugal visa is right for me?

Portugal has several visa and residence routes, each with different requirements. An eligibility assessment looks at your income, work, family and plans to recommend the most suitable route before you invest time in an application.

Which Portugal visa is right for me?

Portugal has several visa and residence routes, each with different requirements. An eligibility assessment looks at your income, work, family and plans to recommend the most suitable route before you invest time in an application.

Which Portugal visa is right for me?

Portugal has several visa and residence routes, each with different requirements. An eligibility assessment looks at your income, work, family and plans to recommend the most suitable route before you invest time in an application.

Who this service is for

Applicants for this service

An initial assessment to identify which Portugal visa or residence category fits the purpose of the move.

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

An initial assessment to identify which Portugal visa or residence category fits the purpose of the move.

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

An initial assessment to identify which Portugal visa or residence category fits the purpose of the move.

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 Visa Eligibility Assessment.

Evidence plan

We identify the supporting evidence that matters: Nationality, current residence, work or income source, family plans, intended duration and available documents.

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 Visa Eligibility Assessment.

Evidence plan

We identify the supporting evidence that matters: Nationality, current residence, work or income source, family plans, intended duration and available documents.

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 Visa Eligibility Assessment.

Evidence plan

We identify the supporting evidence that matters: Nationality, current residence, work or income source, family plans, intended duration and available documents.

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

Circumstances review

02

Circumstances review

03

Route comparison

03

Route comparison

04

Recommendation

04

Recommendation

05

Evidence plan

05

Evidence plan

06

Next steps

06

Next steps

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

Wrong residence category

Remote workers, retirees, students and family members may have different routes. An incorrect choice can waste time and application costs.

Incomplete circumstances

Work, income, dependants and current status should be disclosed accurately. Important missing facts may change the recommended route.

Assessment is not approval

An initial assessment identifies possible options; only the competent authority can decide a visa or residence application.

Risks & important considerations

Wrong residence category

Remote workers, retirees, students and family members may have different routes. An incorrect choice can waste time and application costs.

Incomplete circumstances

Work, income, dependants and current status should be disclosed accurately. Important missing facts may change the recommended route.

Assessment is not approval

An initial assessment identifies possible options; only the competent authority can decide a visa or residence application.

Risks & important considerations

Wrong residence category

Remote workers, retirees, students and family members may have different routes. An incorrect choice can waste time and application costs.

Incomplete circumstances

Work, income, dependants and current status should be disclosed accurately. Important missing facts may change the recommended route.

Assessment is not approval

An initial assessment identifies possible options; only the competent authority can decide a visa or residence application.

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

Is D7 or D8 more suitable?

Do I need to choose the visa before paying fees?

Can an assessment guarantee eligibility?

Can you advise on Portuguese law?

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

Is D7 or D8 more suitable?

Do I need to choose the visa before paying fees?

Can an assessment guarantee eligibility?

Can you advise on Portuguese law?

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

Is D7 or D8 more suitable?

Do I need to choose the visa before paying fees?

Can an assessment guarantee eligibility?

Can you advise on Portuguese law?

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?

Not sure which Portugal visa fits you?

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

Not sure which Portugal visa fits you?

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

Not sure which Portugal visa fits you?

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

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Immigration updates & practical guidance

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Immigration updates & practical guidance

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