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Can Your Family Join You in Portugal on the D6 Visa?

A multi-generational family, composed of two grandparents, two parents, and two young children, poses outdoors in a forested area. They are all smiling and appear happy. The children are being carried by the adults. Trees and sunlight are visible in the background.

What it is A quick introduction to the D6 Portugal’s family reunification visa, usually called the D6, is the route for non-EU family members of someone who already holds a Portuguese residence permit. The resident (the “sponsor”) files the reunification request with AIMA in Portugal. Once it’s approved, the family member abroad collects their D6 visa from a Portuguese consulate or VFS center and flies in. It’s important to be precise about which route applies. The D6 is for family …

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Picture this: you’ve just stepped into your new Portuguese abode. The sun streams through the windows, casting a warm glow on the terracotta tiles. The aroma of fresh pastéis de nata wafts in from a nearby bakery. It’s perfect, except for one small detail – you can’t turn on the lights, run the tap, or cook your dinner. Welcome to the often overlooked, yet crucial chapter of your Portuguese adventure – setting up utilities. Setting up water, electricity, and gas …