Portugal Family Reunion Visa
Portugal assists investors and their families with Portugal family reunion visas, tailored to nationality and country of residence, valid for 2 years.
Introduction Of Portugal Family Reunion Visa
Family reunion visas have specific requirements, taking into account the place you are moving from and the nationality you come from. IBC specialises in obtaining visas for both investors and their families.
An application for family reunion/family reunion visa will need to be submitted personally by the applicant in his/her country of residence, is valid for a period of 2 years for successful applicants.
Children who are holders of family reunion visas are commonly eligible for permanent residence, they will be entitled to the same employment, education, health care, tax and social benefits in Portugal as citizens.
Eligible For Portugal Family Reunion Visa
The applicant may apply for residence permits for the following family members, granted by Portuguese law and the visa rules and requirements for family reunion in Portugal:
- Spouse or partner;
- Children (under 18 years of age);
- Dependants over 18 years old, provided they are not married and are registered as full time students in Portugal (or in any other country in case of Golden Visa);
- Dependent parents of the spouse or partner;
- Siblings under 18 years of age of the spouse or partner, if legally under their supervision;
The existing law in Portugal as well as the criteria and documentation will have to be fulfilled in order to prove the stability and quality of the partner wishing to join a Portuguese resident. If these criteria are not met, the family reunion visa will not be issued to partners and all subsequent dependants.
The reunion of a minor child or incapacitated dependent of only one of the spouses must be authorised by the other parent or by the official body that decreed the custody of the child by the applicant parent.
Please note, that those who have been granted a residence permit on the basis of studies, traineeships or voluntary work may only apply for a Portuguese family reunion visa for their spouse, partner and minor children or other dependants.
What We Offer
Investment Project Consultancy Services
Preparation of business plans
Real estate investment
Real estate consultancy and mediation
Assistance in defining the investment level
Relocation support for individuals and companies
Economic and financial feasibility studies
Risk analysis studies
Assessment of potential financing options
Analysis of financial support and incentives available from the State and the European Union
Project management and technical assistance
Property Investment Advisory
Property Investment Advisory
Residency & Relocation Assistance
Residency & Relocation Assistance
Property Management & Returns
Property Management & Returns
International Investor Support
International Investor Support
Documents requiered
- Passport (valid for at least 6 months);
- Criminal record certificate (or police clearance letter), except for children under 16 and family members of an EU/EEA/Swiss citizen;
Residence permit card of the applicant*; - Taxpayer identification number in Portugal;
- Certificate of no debts to the Portuguese State;
- Residence certificate issued by the local parish (Junta de Freguesia)*;
- Health insurance policy valid in Portugal (or Portuguese National Health Service card)*;
- For the applicant’s spouse, a marriage certificate; or for cohabiting or “common law spouse” who has been one for more than 2 years, a certificate of this status issued by an official entity such as a court;
- For each child, a birth certificate and, if aged over 18 and unmarried, a certificate of civil status and proof of enrolment as a full-time student (at a Portuguese educational institution)*;
- For each dependent parent the birth certificate of the main applicant (or spouse) plus, if under 65 years old, a certificate of absence of income issued by the tax authority of the country of origin.
*Except in the case of a gold visa.
Attractive Business Environment
The Azores offer one of the lowest VAT rates in Europe and some of the most competitive incentive packages within the European Union.
Key Advantages of Living or Investing in the Azores
Prime Atlantic Location at the crossroads of Europe, Africa, and the Americas, with regular connections to major global cities.
Mild, sunny climate most of the year, offering some of the highest annual sunshine levels in Europe.
Welcoming, multilingual population known for friendliness and hospitality.
Rich cultural heritage, historic architecture, renowned wines, and exceptional gastronomy at highly competitive prices.
Safe and peaceful environment, with one of the highest quality-of-life ratings worldwide.
Advanced infrastructure, ranked among the best globally by the World Economic Forum.
Skilled and dedicated workforce, known for productivity and adaptability.
Attractive residency pathways for investors, entrepreneurs, and qualified professionals.
Favorable tax environment, including Non-Habitual Resident (NHR) benefits and one of the lowest corporate tax rates in the world.
Robust incentive systems under Portugal 2030 and EU funding frameworks supporting economic, social, and territorial development.











































ESTIMATED FLIGHT TIME TO THE AZORES:
Lisbon: 2 hours
Madrid: 3 hours
Paris: 4 hours
London: 4 hours
(USA) East Coast 4 hours
Canada: 5 hours
Strategic, Analytical & Project Services
Strategic & Analytical Services
Company profiling and business characterization
Business activity and market analysis
SWOT and external environment assessments
Macro-economic and competitive landscape evaluations
Economic and financial feasibility studies
Project Development & Management
Full project coordination and management
Innovation and modernization initiatives
Research & Development (R&D) projects
Internationalization strategies
Consultancy for financial institutions
Funding & Incentive Applications
Preparation of applications for incentive programs
Submission of investment proposals to banking institutions
Good infrastructure and support networks.
The Azores represent the first point of entry into Europe, and their sea makes Portugal one of the countries with the largest maritime platform in the world.
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USA and EU
Strategic location in the middle of 2 continents: American and European.
Good infrastructure conditions
Development of increasingly emerging areas: Aerospace, Aeronautics, Organic Agriculture.
Attractive tax regime
The Azores have one of the lowest VAT rates in Europe and one of the most attractive incentive packages in the European Union.
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