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Family Reunification .

What is it?

Family reunification is a right established under Law No. 23/2007, specifically Article 98, which allows holders of a valid Portuguese residence permit to apply for eligible family members to join them and legally reside in Portugal.

The application process depends on whether the family member is outside Portugal (Article 98(1)) or already in Portugal (Article 98(2)). In both cases, applicants must provide proof of the family relationship, sufficient means of subsistence, accommodation, and any other documents required by AIMA (Agency for Integration, Migration and Asylum).

Who has the right?

According to Article 99 and 100 of the Foreigners Law

Family reunification is available for certain close family members, including spouses, partners, children, parents and, in some cases, siblings. Eligibility depends on your residence status and your family's circumstances.

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Step-by-Step guide

The application for the granting of a residence permit is made by appointment, submitted in person by the family member to be reunited or by the holder of the right to family reunification with a specific form signed by the applicant or their legal representative.

It can be submitted at any AIMA store, which may forward it, after processing and decision, to the residence services of the applicant's area.

Important note: the family member must always go to an AIMA store for biometric data collection during the application.

Documents Required

The documents required for a Family Reunification application depend on whether the family member is outside Portugal (Article 98(1)) or already residing in Portugal (Article 98(2)). While some requirements are common to both situations, the supporting documentation may vary depending on the applicant's circumstances and the type of family relationship.

In addition to identity and residence documents, applicants may be required to provide proof of accommodation, sufficient means of subsistence, criminal record certificates, and documents establishing the family relationship. Some documents issued outside Portugal may also need to be properly authenticated or legalized.

For a detailed breakdown of the required documents and the specific requirements for each situation, please refer to the Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) below.

Frequently Asked Questions

Find answers to common questions about this service.

They must be accompanied by their respective translation, which can be done by one of the entities listed in the Notary Code such as: Portuguese notary; Portuguese Consulate in the country where the document was issued; Consulate of that country in Portugal.

Where we are

Rua Carvalho Araújo 66-B
1900-140 Lisboa
Portugal

How to Get Here

  • Metro: Linha Verde (Green Line) - Intendente Station
  • Bus: 708, 730, 742, 794

Opening hours

Mon, Tue, Thu
10:00–12:30 & 14:00–17:30
Wednesday (Extended)
Until 19:30
Friday
Until 18:30
No appointment needed. Just walk in.

Contact info

+351 964 809 959