Imagine this: You’re ready for your Portuguese adventure, excited about your new life, but there’s a snag – you can’t get an appointment with AIMA (Immigration and Borders Service). Don’t worry, you’re not alone. In fact, you’re part of a …
Portugal has long been a popular destination for retirees seeking a peaceful place to live in Europe. However, in recent years, the country has been attracting a new wave of expats: working professionals and digital nomads. Why are people flocking …
Have you lived in Portugal before and are now considering a return? You’re not alone. Many people who have experienced life in this beautiful country often find themselves drawn back to its sunny shores, relaxed lifestyle, and rich culture. Whether …
Over the past few years, you’ve probably heard a lot about Portugal. Thousands upon thousands of people are moving here to take advantage of the great weather, the lower cost of living, access to public healthcare, and all of the …
The establishment of the Agency for Integration, Migration, and Asylum (AIMA) marked a new chapter in Portugal’s immigration policy. Replacing the former Portuguese Borders and Immigration Service (SEF), AIMA aims to streamline and humanize the process of managing immigration and …
Thinking about moving to Portugal but worried your minor criminal record might be a problem? Concerned about the clean criminal record requirement for visas like the D7, D8, and golden visa? You’re not alone, and this is a common question …
For those who’ve taken the leap and secured residency through AIMA (previously known as SEF), the time will inevitably come to renew your visa. Previously, this would take place after just one year of residency in Portugal but, these days, …
The Portuguese passport is becoming increasingly popular, not least because having it gives you the right to move to any EU country (including Portugal, of course). Many people have a claim to a Portuguese passport — for example, by having …
Facing a visa application rejection can be disheartening, especially when your dreams of moving to Portugal are on the line. While there are routes to appealing a rejection, prevention is better than the cure here. Namely, it’s much better to …
So you want to move to Portugal, but how do you do that? If you or your spouse have an EU passport (e.g. an Irish or German passport), the process if fairly straightforward, but what if you come from the …