In recent years, Portugal has gained increasing attention as an attractive place to live in Europe. The country is known for its cultural heritage, beautiful landscapes, and affordable cost of living, making it appealing to entrepreneurs, investors, and those seeking stability in a new home.
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Portugal for Immigrants: Current News, Tips on Legalization and Adaptation
Our articles cover current news and everything immigrants in Portugal need to know about legalization, adaptation, healthcare, and much more.
Visas and Residence Permits in Portugal: Everything You Need to Know
Residence Permit (RP) and Permanent Residence (PR) in Portugal for Ukrainian Citizens
A special mechanism for obtaining a Temporary Residence Permit (RP) is available for Ukrainians seeking asylum.
Appointment at the Consulate
You can contact the consulate for various issues related to your status, rights, and other matters.
Current Visas for Portugal
If you are considering relocating to Portugal, you will need to obtain a residence permit (residency visa). Depending on your situation and goals, there are currently several types of visas that may be suitable for you. Read more below.
“Relocation in Portugal” Package
For those who have decided to start a new chapter of their life in beautiful Portugal but are facing difficulties in choosing the right visa and lack the time to handle the necessary paperwork, we have created our relocation service package to make the process as smooth and comfortable as possible. What is included in the package?
Digital Nomad Visa in Portugal: General Requirements
The primary condition for obtaining a digital nomad visa in Portugal is your income.
Family Reunification Visa
Family reunification in Portugal is a step towards a new beginning with loved ones. We help guide you through the process easily and confidently, from document preparation to obtaining your residence permit. Let us take care of the details, so you can focus on what matters most—your family.
Gold Visa in Portugal
Portugal offers a unique opportunity for foreign investors to obtain temporary residence with the possibility of acquiring citizenship in the future.
StartUp Visa in Portugal
The Portuguese Startup Visa, under Article 89.4, offers a great opportunity for entrepreneurs to relocate and bring their startup idea to life. This process not only facilitates moving with your team but also accelerates the business launch, even if you only have an idea rather than an established company.
D7 visa in Portugal
The D7 visa in Portugal is a type of visa designed for foreign citizens who wish to obtain a temporary residence permit in the country for investment or retirement purposes.
D2 visa in Portugal
The D2 visa in Portugal offers the possibility of carrying out business activities.
Actual news
Driver’s License Exchange in Portugal
In Portugal, exchanging a foreign driver’s license is carried out at local transport authorities. Procedures and requirements may vary by region, so it is recommended to contact the local transport office or the agency responsible for issuing driver’s licenses.
Document Translations in Portugal
This is an essential process that requires compliance with legal standards and the selection of a qualified specialist to work with official texts.
Appointment at the Consulate
You can contact the consulate for various issues related to your status, rights, and other matters.
How to Find Our Office in Lisbon
Find out how easy it is to reach our office in Lisbon from the nearest metro stations, Entre Campos and Roma. Detailed directions with guidance and useful tips will help you get to us quickly. We are always happy to discuss...
Current Visas for Portugal
If you are considering relocating to Portugal, you will need to obtain a residence permit (residency visa). Depending on your situation and goals, there are currently several types of visas that may be suitable for you. Read more below.
“Relocation in Portugal” Package
For those who have decided to start a new chapter of their life in beautiful Portugal but are facing difficulties in choosing the right visa and lack the time to handle the necessary paperwork, we have created our relocation service package to make the process as smooth and comfortable as possible. What is included in the package?
Portuguese Citizenship Becomes More Accessible
In 2025, the Portuguese National Citizenship Law continues to evolve, making the path to citizenship simpler and faster. Thanks to changes that took effect in January 2024, the required period for obtaining citizenship is now five years from the moment a residency application is submitted.
Medicine in Portugal
Recently, it has become clear that the emergency medical system in Lisbon hospitals is facing significant challenges, leading to long wait times for urgent cases. This situation raises important questions about how individuals can ensure their safety and gain quick access to medical care.
Portuguese Language Exam
To obtain Portuguese citizenship, you must pass the A2-level Portuguese language exam. Below are the key details about the exam.
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Instructions and Tips on Important Issues for Immigrants
Residence Permit (RP) and Permanent Residence (PR) in Portugal for CIS Citizens
In recent years, Portugal has gained increasing attention as an attractive place to live in Europe. The country is known for its cultural heritage, beautiful landscapes, and affordable cost of living, making it appealing to entrepreneurs, investors, and those seeking stability in a new home.
Residence Permit (RP) and Permanent Residence (PR) in Portugal for Ukrainian Citizens
A special mechanism for obtaining a Temporary Residence Permit (RP) is available for Ukrainians seeking asylum.
Appointment at the Consulate
You can contact the consulate for various issues related to your status, rights, and other matters.
How to Find Our Office in Lisbon
Find out how easy it is to reach our office in Lisbon from the nearest metro stations, Entre Campos and Roma. Detailed directions with guidance and useful tips will help you get to us quickly. We are always happy to discuss...
Digital Nomad Visa in Portugal: General Requirements
The primary condition for obtaining a digital nomad visa in Portugal is your income.
Family Reunification Visa
Family reunification in Portugal is a step towards a new beginning with loved ones. We help guide you through the process easily and confidently, from document preparation to obtaining your residence permit. Let us take care of the details, so you can focus on what matters most—your family.
Portuguese Citizenship Becomes More Accessible
In 2025, the Portuguese National Citizenship Law continues to evolve, making the path to citizenship simpler and faster. Thanks to changes that took effect in January 2024, the required period for obtaining citizenship is now five years from the moment a residency application is submitted.
Gold Visa in Portugal
Portugal offers a unique opportunity for foreign investors to obtain temporary residence with the possibility of acquiring citizenship in the future.
StartUp Visa in Portugal
The Portuguese Startup Visa, under Article 89.4, offers a great opportunity for entrepreneurs to relocate and bring their startup idea to life. This process not only facilitates moving with your team but also accelerates the business launch, even if you only have an idea rather than an established company.
D7 visa in Portugal
The D7 visa in Portugal is a type of visa designed for foreign citizens who wish to obtain a temporary residence permit in the country for investment or retirement purposes.
D2 visa in Portugal
The D2 visa in Portugal offers the possibility of carrying out business activities.
About Portugal Dom
We have traveled this path ourselves and have been helping you since 2004.
21 years of experience in translations and legalization in Portugal
We successfully accompany our clients in legalization, translation and apostilization, guaranteeing accuracy and compliance with Portuguese legislation. Your tasks are in the hands of experts.
Individual approach to each client
Each stage, whether it is a single document or a complete support process, will be tailored to your needs.
Fast and high-quality support
Your success is our priority. We take care of all necessary documents so that you do not waste time and nerves on bureaucratic complexities.
Founder of Portugal Dom, Irina Panfilova
Doctor of Science, officially registered translator accredited by the Portuguese authorities. Member of the Russian Translators Union and the International Federation of Translators, as well as APTRAD Portugal, the Association of Professional and Interpreters of Portuguese Language Professionals.
15, 000+
clients have been helped with documents and relocation to Portugal and Spain and we will help you too!
“Thanks to Portugal Dom my life has been transformed!
When I arrived in Portugal in 2020, I faced difficulties. The usual story: I went to a lawyer, paid money, but the problem remained unsolved and the lawyer disappeared.
It was a happy accident that I turned to Portugal Dom. Here I was not only helped with documents at affordable prices, but also helped me to find a job and buy a car. Recently I received my long-awaited residence permit, I am traveling around Europe and I am immensely grateful to Portugal Dom for a new stage in my life! ”
OLEG
from Moscow
“Good afternoon everyone! Repeatedly applied to many emigration services in Portugal, to help with the paperwork and except for deception and a request to give them money did not get anything.
And now I turned to “PORTUGAL DOM” – consultations, help in translations and promotion of documents, human attitude to people and clients. I have never seen such a wonderful service in Lisbon. THANK YOU to Irina Panfilova, Angelica, Steph in helping me with the processing of my documents.“
Sergey
from Ukraine
“I have been in Portugal for more than 30 years and have had Portuguese citizenship for a long time. I regularly turn to Portugal Dom for help with power of attorney, consulate entries and real estate issues in Russia.
They provide professional assistance in all matters related to documents and legal procedures.
I am very happy to have found Irina and her team.“
LUDMILA
from Russia
“I couldn’t order an invitation to the consulate for a long time because everything was always busy.
I contacted Irina and everything was done in a week. I came to the consulate with ready documents and it helped a lot at the reception! Thank you very much!“
IRINA
from Ukraine
“Thank you to Irina and the Portugal Dom team! Prepared documents for my daughter’s citizenship. Everything in time and with a responsible approach. I recommend!”
MARIA
from Russia
“For a long time I could not get a certificate of no criminal record from Azerbaijan to apply for Portuguese citizenship.
Irina not only found a unique solution for my criminal record certificate (we obtained this certificate through the Azerbaijani Consulate in Morocco), but also provided support at every stage of the process. Now, with all the documents in hand, I live and work in France.
Portugal Dom sincerely strives to help people with full dedication.”
ILYA
citizen of Ukraine, born in Azerbaijan
“Thank you so much Portugal Dom and personally Irina for their incredible help!
For more than 20 years I lived illegally in Portugal without having a residence permit and not knowing how to start. In 2018, I contacted Portugal Dom where Irina not only helped me with all the paperwork, opening a sole proprietorship, obtaining a residence permit, but also sorted out the paperwork for my mother.
I now regularly turn to Portugal Dom for tax and financial advice. I can’t imagine how I would have coped without their help! ”
ALEXANDER
from Kiev
“Without Irina and Portugal Dom I would not have been able to realize my dream of living with my family in Portugal. Thanks to Irina’s help I got Portuguese citizenship myself.
After some time I got married in Russia, but I could not bring my wife to Portugal for permanent residence. Irina helped with the visa and other documents necessary for my wife to move. Now she has a residence permit, now she is waiting for citizenship. Thank you for your invaluable help!”
VICTOR
from Russia
“Irina and her team saved me from numerous difficulties I faced after coming to Portugal. I came to Portugal in 2014 to get married.
After a failed marriage and stories of people extorting money from me, I was confused, literally didn’t know what to do. I didn’t know anyone in Portugal, much less someone who spoke Portuguese.
I believe that only a miracle helped me to meet Irina. I went to her for help. She helped with the divorce process, helped me find a place to live, and helped me go all the way to citizenship. Portugal Dom’s support changed my life.”
Boris
from Odessa
