Question 1

Can I still apply for a residence permit while I am in Portugal on a tourist visa? (Manifestação de Interesse update)

Accepted Answer

Short answer: No — not anymore. Decreto-Lei n.º 37-A/2024 abolished the
"Manifestação de Interesse" pathway on 4 June 2024. You can no longer enter Portugal on a tourist visa and then
file for residence from inside the country.

What you should do instead

Pick the right residence visa (D-series) from the Portugal Consulate in your country before you travel:
    
      D7 — passive income (pension, rental, dividends).
      D8 — remote work / digital nomad (income ≥ 4× PT minimum wage).
      D1 / D3 / Tech Visa / EU Blue Card — employment-based routes.
      D2 — entrepreneur / self-employe

Question 2

WHICH DOCUMENTS NEED TO BE NOTARIZED FOR THE FIRST AIMA APPOINTMENT?

Accepted Answer

For your first appointment with AIMA, it\'s essential to prepare several documents, but not all of them need to be notarized. Typically, you will need to provide identification, proof of residence, and any supporting documents related to your visa application.However, specific documents, such as marriage certificates or birth certificates, may need to be notarized if they are not in Portuguese. It\'s advisable to check the latest requirements on the AIMA website or consult with a professional.To ensure you have everything organized, consider using Greenlight\'s resources. We offer a platform w

Question 3

HOW CAN I RENEW MY D7 VISA ONLINE?

Accepted Answer

Summary: Renewing a D7 visa online can be challenging, especially with portal access issues. If you\'re facing errors or unresponsive emails, this guide outlines the steps to take and offers solutions to common problems.Understanding the D7 Visa Renewal ProcessThe D7 visa allows individuals with passive income to reside in Portugal. Renewing this visa is crucial to maintaining your residency status. As of now, the renewal process is managed by AIMA (Agência para a Integração, Migrações e Asilo), which replaced SEF on 29 October 2023.If your D7 visa expired in April and you are encountering iss