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Portugal Permanent Residency from Dubai, UAE

Residency for those with passive income or remote work, leading to EU citizenship.

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Processing time
Commonly several months, including the consular stage and AIMA appointment in Portugal
Indicative cost
Indicatively a few hundred euros in visa and residence-card fees per person; verify current figures before applying
Family
Spouse & children included
Apply from
Dubai / UAE

D7 Residence Visa and path to PR

The D7 Residence Visa and path to PR is one of the routes UAE residents use to reach Portugal. This page sets out who the route is for, the eligibility criteria, the documents you will need, indicative costs and timelines, and the step-by-step process, so you can decide whether it fits your situation before you commit.

Residency for those with passive income or remote work, leading to EU citizenship. If you are applying from Dubai or anywhere in the Emirates, The Migration Station can assess your profile honestly and prepare a complete, well-evidenced application.

Who the Portugal Permanent Residency is for

Skilled professionals in the UAE who want to settle permanently in Portugal

Families looking for long-term security, schooling and healthcare

Applicants who meet the points, language and experience thresholds

Portugal Permanent Residency: eligibility requirements

  • Stable passive income or remote earnings at or above the Portuguese minimum wage, with more required for dependants
  • Proof of accommodation in Portugal, such as a rental or purchase
  • Clean criminal record and evidence of savings for the year
  • A valid passport and a clean immigration and character record
  • Qualifications and work experience relevant to Portugal's economic needs
  • Proof of language ability where required (English and/or Portuguese)
  • A qualifying points score or eligible category under the relevant programme

Documents usually needed

Valid passport and recent passport photographs
UAE residence visa and Emirates ID copies
Completed application forms for the chosen route
Educational certificates with credential assessment where required
Employment reference letters, contracts and payslips
Language test results (e.g. IELTS, PTE, CELPIP or Portuguese)
Police clearance certificates from relevant countries
Proof of settlement funds and bank statements

Exact requirements depend on your route and are confirmed at your assessment.

Benefits of the Portugal Permanent Residency

Key advantage

A route to permanent residency and citizenship after five years of legal residence

Key advantage

Family reunification available from the outset

Live permanently

Full rights to live, work and study anywhere in Portugal, with no employer or location restrictions.

Path to citizenship

Permanent residency is your route to Portuguese citizenship and a stronger passport over time.

Family included

Bring your spouse and dependent children, with rights to live, work and study in Portugal.

The Portugal Permanent Residency process, step by step

  1. 1

    Free eligibility assessment

    We evaluate your profile against every Portugal pr route and confirm the strongest, most realistic pathway for you.

  2. 2

    Strategy & document checklist

    Your case manager maps out the route, timeline and exact documents you need, tailored to your situation.

  3. 3

    Preparation & evidence

    We help you gather, organise and verify your evidence so your file is complete, consistent and compliant.

  4. 4

    Application & submission

    We complete and lodge your application, then track its progress and respond to any requests from the authorities.

  5. 5

    Decision & relocation

    On approval we support your biometrics, landing and first steps settling into Portugal.

Portugal Permanent Residency: frequently asked questions

You generally need regular income at least equal to the Portuguese minimum wage, with additional percentages for a spouse and children, plus savings in the bank. The exact thresholds change each year, so we confirm current figures for your family size.

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