Immigration & Visas

Residence Status and Permit Assistance (AIMA)

Legal guidance for residence permit applications and immigration status matters for people already in Portugal.

Overview

What this service helps you with.

If you are already in Portugal and need assistance with your residence status, we provide guidance on procedures involving AIMA (Agency for Integration, Migration and Asylum). We support eligible family reunification cases, residence applications linked to employment or self-employment, and transitions from student visas to other residence pathways where permitted under the applicable law.

Important to know

Portugal’s immigration rules and administrative procedures can change. Professional guidance can help you prepare the necessary documentation, avoid procedural mistakes and reduce the risk of an application being rejected or delayed.

How it works

How we work.

Immigration status assessment

We review your entry history in the Schengen Area, travel documents and current circumstances in Portugal.

Gather supporting evidence

We organize accommodation records, Social Security contributions and evidence of employment or professional activity.

Prepare and submit the application

We help prepare your application using the channels made available by AIMA and monitor documentary review.

Prepare for your appointment

We explain what to expect at an in-person AIMA appointment and which documents and information to bring.

Checklist

What you usually need.

Evidence of lawful entry into Portugal when required, such as an entry declaration or passport stamp.

An employment contract, valid job offer or self-employment documentation, depending on the legal route.

Social Security registration and contribution records, where applicable.

Proof of accommodation in Portugal, such as a lease or another accepted document.