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Passive Income Visa

Portugal D7 Visa Services

Full legal coordination from documentation to residence permit. Handled by licensed Portuguese immigration lawyers, not brokers or intermediaries.

For applicants with stable passive or remote income who can meet Portugal's minimum stay requirements.

2,500+

Successful applications across all programs

98%

Approval rate across Golden Visa and D7

3-6 mo

Typical D7 timeline

Passive income required -- pension, rental, dividends, or remote employment

Family inclusion -- spouse, children, and dependent parents on one application

No investment required -- qualify through regular income, not capital outlay

Licensed lawyers registered with the Portuguese Bar Association

About the D7

Portugal's Residence Visa for Passive Income

The D7 visa allows non-EU nationals with stable passive or regular income to obtain Portuguese residency. Unlike investment-based programs, the D7 requires no capital outlay -- eligibility is based on demonstrable income that meets Portugal's minimum threshold, currently tied to a multiple of the national minimum wage.

After five years of legal residence, D7 holders may apply for permanent residency or Portuguese citizenship.

Last updated: February 2026

Read our full D7 visa guide

Qualifying Income

Pension, rental income, dividends, remote employment, or other stable and regular income. The minimum threshold is based on multiples of Portugal's national minimum wage -- confirmed during your eligibility review.

Thresholds are updated annually. We verify current figures at consultation.

Family Inclusion

Spouses or legal partners, dependent children, and dependent parents can be included. Each additional family member requires a supplementary income threshold.

Stay Requirements

The D7 requires you to establish residence in Portugal. Holders must spend a minimum of 183 days per year in Portugal or demonstrate habitual residence. This is not a remote residency program.

Path to Citizenship

After 5 years of legal residence, you may apply for Portuguese citizenship and an EU passport. The citizenship timeline is subject to legislative review -- we advise on the current position at consultation.

Why MovingTo

Licensed Lawyers, Not Brokers

Your D7 application is handled by lawyers registered with the Portuguese Bar Association who manage the case directly -- not consultants, not intermediaries.

Licensed Legal Team

Registered with the Portuguese Bar Association. Your lawyer manages the full process from initial documentation through to residence permit issuance. Direct accountability, no handoffs.

Full-Service Coordination

NIF registration, Portuguese bank account, income documentation structuring, consulate preparation, AIMA appointment, and family inclusion -- all under one engagement.

Multi-Market Experience

Over 2,500 successful immigration applications across Portugal, Spain, Italy, and Greece. We understand how consulates and agencies operate in practice, not just on paper.

Service Scope

What We Handle, What We Don't

We Handle

  • Initial eligibility review and income assessment
  • Portuguese NIF (tax number) registration
  • Portuguese bank account opening coordination
  • Income documentation structuring and verification
  • Criminal record certificates and apostilles
  • Sworn translations of all required documents
  • Consulate appointment preparation and submission
  • AIMA residence permit application after arrival
  • Family member inclusion and additional documentation
  • Permit renewals and citizenship eligibility review

We Don't

  • Guarantee visa approvals -- decisions rest with Portuguese authorities
  • Circumvent eligibility requirements or minimum income thresholds
  • Provide tax advisory services unless separately contracted
  • Arrange accommodation or property purchases in Portugal
  • Process work permit applications (D7 is for passive/remote income)

From Enquiry to Residence Permit

Typical timeline: 3 to 6 months

01

Eligibility Review

Free consultation to assess your income sources, family situation, and relocation timeline. We confirm whether your income meets the current threshold and advise on the strongest documentation approach.

02

Documentation

We register your NIF, coordinate Portuguese bank account opening, structure your income proof, obtain criminal record certificates, and manage all apostilles and sworn translations.

03

Consulate Submission

Your D7 visa application is filed at the nearest Portuguese consulate to your country of residence. We prepare you for the appointment and provide the complete application dossier.

04

Residence Permit

After arriving in Portugal, we schedule your AIMA biometrics appointment and manage the residence permit application. Family members are processed in the same engagement.

Client Results

"D7 on pension income. The legal team handled NIF, bank account, and all consulate paperwork. We moved to the Algarve 4 months after our initial consultation."

D. & L. Hartley

Retired couple -- Pension income -- Applied from UK, 2024

"Remote software engineer with a US employer. MovingTo structured the income documentation correctly the first time. Visa approved at the Lisbon consulate, no resubmissions needed."

A. Reeves

Remote worker -- Employment income -- Applied from USA, 2024

"Combination of rental income and dividends. The lawyers knew exactly how to present mixed income sources. Family of 3, all approved on one application."

M. van der Berg

Family of 3 -- Mixed income -- Applied from South Africa, 2023

"Freelance consultant with income from multiple clients across Europe. The team structured everything cleanly for the consulate. Residence permit issued, now building a life in Porto."

K. Tanaka

Individual applicant -- Freelance income -- Applied from Japan, 2024

Common Questions

Working With Us

Can you manage a D7 visa application remotely?

Yes. We coordinate the full process remotely using power of attorney where required. The only in-person steps are the consulate appointment in your country of residence and, after arrival in Portugal, the AIMA biometrics appointment.

What documents do you need from me to start?

To begin, we need a copy of your passport, proof of income (pension statements, employment contracts, rental agreements, or investment income documentation), and a brief overview of your family situation if applying with dependants. Our legal team provides a full documentation checklist after the initial eligibility review.

Do you handle family applications?

Yes. Spouses or legal partners, dependent children, and dependent parents can be included in a single D7 application. We manage the additional documentation and consulate coordination for all family members.

What is the typical end-to-end timeline?

From engagement to residence permit, the typical timeline is 3 to 6 months. This includes documentation preparation, consulate appointment, and the initial AIMA appointment after arrival in Portugal. Timelines vary by consulate and individual circumstances.

How are your fees structured?

We charge a fixed legal fee covering the full application process from documentation through to residence permit issuance. Family members incur an additional per-person fee. Government and third-party costs (NIF, translations, apostilles) are quoted separately. We provide a complete cost breakdown during the initial consultation.

What happens if AIMA processing is delayed?

AIMA processing times can fluctuate. Our legal team monitors your case status throughout, follows up with AIMA on your behalf, and keeps you informed of any changes. If additional documentation is requested, we handle the response directly.

Get Started

Start Your D7 Visa Application

Get a personalised eligibility assessment and clear roadmap from our licensed Portuguese legal team.

Your Case Is Reviewed By

Ines Cabral Almeida

Licensed Immigration Lawyer

Portuguese Bar Association -- Registration No. 61676P

Specialising in D7 and Golden Visa applications, Ines Cabral Almeida reviews every eligibility assessment and oversees the legal process from documentation to residence permit issuance.

2,500+ successful applications across all programs -- 98% approval rate -- 4 European markets

Check Your Eligibility

Free assessment with a licensed immigration lawyer. No obligation.

Your information is used only to respond to your request.

After You Submit

  • Lawyer reviews your eligibility and income documentation within 24 hours
  • You receive a roadmap, timeline, and cost breakdown
  • We begin NIF registration and consulate appointment scheduling
Portugal D7 Visa Check Eligibility