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Permit Renewal

Portugal Residency Renewal Support

Full legal coordination for residence permit renewals across all major visa categories. AIMA portal submissions, document preparation, biometric scheduling, and transition advisory -- handled by licensed Portuguese lawyers.

For holders of Golden Visa, D7, D8, D2, D6, and other Portuguese residence permits approaching renewal or considering transition to permanent residency or citizenship.

2,500+

Successful applications across all programs

98%

Approval rate across all visa programs

All permits

GV, D7, D8, D2, D6, D3

All permit types -- Golden Visa, D7, D8, D2, D6, and D3 renewals managed under one engagement

AIMA portal management -- application submission, document uploads, and appointment scheduling

Transition advisory -- guidance on permanent residency or citizenship when eligible at renewal

Licensed lawyers registered with the Portuguese Bar Association

Why Renewal Matters

Protect Your Residency, Plan Your Future

Portuguese residence permits are temporary and must be renewed before expiry. Missing a renewal window risks loss of legal status, interruption to your residency timeline, and complications with travel, banking, and future citizenship eligibility.

Each permit type has different renewal intervals, documentation requirements, and compliance conditions. AIMA processing backlogs and the shift to digital portals add further complexity. Our legal team manages renewals across all major visa categories -- and advises on whether to renew or transition to permanent residency or citizenship at each stage.

Last updated: February 2026

Read our full renewal guide

Golden Visa (ARI)

Initial permit valid for 2 years, renewed for a subsequent 2-year period (then 3 years on the second renewal). Minimum stay: 7 days per year. Investment must remain active throughout. From February 2026, renewals are submitted via AIMA's Renewals Portal with in-person biometrics.

D7 Passive Income Visa

Initial permit valid for 2 years, renewable for 3 years. Must demonstrate continued passive income meeting the threshold and maintain habitual residence in Portugal. Updated income documentation and tax compliance required at each renewal.

D8 Digital Nomad Visa

Residency permit valid for 2 years, renewable for 3 years. Must demonstrate continued remote income at 4x minimum wage from non-Portuguese sources. Employment contracts, client agreements, and bank statements must be current at renewal.

D2 & D6 Permits

D2 (Entrepreneur): 2-year permit, renewable for 3 years. Business must remain active with ongoing operations. D6 (Family Reunification): permit matches the sponsor's duration. After 2 years, family members may apply for an independent permit.

Why MovingTo

Licensed Lawyers Who Know the Renewal Landscape

Renewals are not just paperwork -- they require compliance verification, updated documentation, and navigation of AIMA's evolving digital systems. Our lawyers manage the full process.

Licensed Legal Team

Registered with the Portuguese Bar Association. Your lawyer manages the complete renewal from compliance review through to new residence card issuance. Direct accountability across all permit types.

AIMA Portal Expertise

AIMA has shifted renewals to digital portals with evolving requirements. We manage the portal submissions, document uploads, fee payments, and appointment scheduling -- including the new Golden Visa Renewals Portal launched in February 2026.

Transition Advisory

At each renewal, we assess whether you are eligible to transition to permanent residency or citizenship instead. We advise on the current rules, including the proposed nationality law changes, and manage whichever application best serves your long-term goals.

Service Scope

What We Handle, What We Don't

We Handle

  • Compliance review -- stay requirements, investment maintenance, income thresholds
  • Document preparation and updated translations/apostilles
  • AIMA portal application submission and fee payment coordination
  • Biometric appointment scheduling and preparation
  • Investment maintenance verification (Golden Visa fund confirmations)
  • Updated income documentation structuring (D7, D8)
  • Business activity confirmation (D2 entrepreneur renewals)
  • Family member permit renewals coordinated alongside the sponsor
  • Transition assessment: permanent residency or citizenship eligibility
  • AIMA correspondence, follow-up, and status tracking

We Don't

  • Guarantee renewal approvals -- decisions rest with AIMA
  • Provide tax advisory, tax filing, or IRS return preparation
  • Manage investment portfolios or fund subscription changes
  • Provide Portuguese language tutoring for citizenship applications
  • Handle first-time visa applications through this service (see individual visa pages)

From Review to Renewed Permit

Start at least 60 to 90 days before expiry

01

Compliance Review

We review your current permit, stay history, income or investment status, tax compliance, and accommodation documentation. We identify any gaps and advise on renewal vs. transition to permanent residency or citizenship.

02

Document Preparation

We compile all updated documentation: current income proof or fund statements, refreshed criminal records, updated translations, tax clearance certificates, and accommodation confirmation. Each permit type requires a specific document set -- we provide a tailored checklist.

03

AIMA Submission

We submit your renewal application through the appropriate AIMA portal, upload all documentation, coordinate fee payment, and schedule your biometric appointment. For Golden Visa renewals, this includes the new Renewals Portal launched in February 2026.

04

New Residence Card

After biometrics are completed, AIMA issues your renewed residence card. We track processing status, handle any AIMA follow-up requests, and confirm card issuance. Family member renewals are coordinated in the same engagement.

Client Results

"First Golden Visa renewal. The team confirmed my fund investment was still active, compiled all the documentation, submitted through the AIMA portal, and scheduled my biometric appointment. New card issued without complications."

H. Tanaka

Golden Visa renewal -- Fund investment -- Japan, 2025

"D7 renewal for a family of 4. Our income documentation had changed since the initial application -- different pension structure, new rental income. MovingTo restructured everything to meet the updated thresholds."

G. & L. Johansson

D7 renewal -- Family of 4 -- Sweden, 2024

"D8 renewal after 2 years. I had switched employers since my initial application. The lawyers updated my income proof and employment documentation to reflect the new arrangement. Smooth renewal, no resubmissions."

N. Patel

D8 renewal -- Remote employee -- India, 2025

"After 5 years on the Golden Visa, MovingTo advised me to apply for citizenship instead of renewing. They managed the entire transition -- language certification coordination, citizenship application, and passport issuance."

M. Al-Rashid

Golden Visa to citizenship -- UAE, 2024

Common Questions

Working With Us

When should I start my renewal?

Begin at least 60 to 90 days before your permit expires. AIMA processing times vary and backlogs can extend timelines significantly. Starting early protects your legal status -- if you submit a renewal request before expiry, your residency is generally considered legal while the application is pending.

What happens if my permit expires before AIMA processes my renewal?

If you submitted your renewal before expiry, Portuguese law provides that your legal status is maintained while the application is pending. You should carry proof of your renewal submission alongside your expired card. We ensure your application is filed within the correct window and provide documentation confirming your pending status.

Which residence permits does this service cover?

We handle renewals for all major categories: Golden Visa (ARI), D7 passive income visa, D8 digital nomad visa, D2 entrepreneur visa, D6 family reunification permits, and D3 highly qualified professional visas. Each has specific renewal requirements -- we manage the differences so your application is correctly structured.

Do Golden Visa renewals require in-person appointments?

Yes. As of 2025, Golden Visa renewals returned to requiring in-person AIMA appointments for biometric data collection. From February 2026, the renewal application itself is submitted through AIMA's new Renewals Portal. We handle the portal submission and coordinate your biometric scheduling.

Can I apply for permanent residency or citizenship instead of renewing?

After 5 years of legal residence, you may be eligible for permanent residency or Portuguese citizenship. Citizenship requires A2 Portuguese language certification, a clean criminal record, and compliance with tax and social security obligations. We assess your eligibility at each renewal point and advise on whether to renew or transition.

What documents do I need for renewal?

Requirements vary by permit type but typically include a valid passport, current residence permit card, proof of maintained investment or income, accommodation confirmation, Portuguese tax compliance (NIF up to date, no debts), health insurance or NHS enrolment, and a clean criminal record. Golden Visa holders must also show the investment remains active. We provide a tailored checklist for your situation.

Get Started

Start Your Residency Renewal

Get a compliance review and renewal roadmap from our licensed Portuguese legal team -- covering all permit types.

Your Case Is Reviewed By

Ines Cabral Almeida

Licensed Immigration Lawyer

Portuguese Bar Association -- Registration No. 61676P

Specialising in residence permit management and renewals, Ines Cabral Almeida reviews every renewal engagement and oversees the process from compliance review through to new card issuance, including transition advisory for permanent residency and citizenship.

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

Start Your Renewal

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 permit type, expiry date, and compliance status
  • You receive a tailored document checklist and timeline
  • We advise on renewal vs. transition to permanent residency or citizenship
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