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Family Reunification Portugal
If you are legally living in Portugal, you may be
able to bring eligible family members to live with
you through family reunification.
The process depends on your residence status,
your relationship with the family member and whether
they are already in Portugal or applying from abroad.
XEE Consulting can help you understand the correct route,
prepare the required documents and manage the application
process from start to finish.
01
Eligibility Review
Check your residence and family relationship
02
Document Preparation
Build the correct application file
03
Consular Support
Assistance where an overseas stage applies
04
Residence Support
Help with the next steps in Portugal
Family Residence
Family reunification allows eligible family members
of a person legally residing in Portugal to join them
and, where the legal requirements are met, obtain
residence rights in Portugal.
For many international residents, this is the next
step after securing their own Portuguese residence permit.
Applications can involve both Portuguese immigration
authorities and a Portuguese consulate, depending on
where the family member is currently living.
Eligible Family Members
Family reunification is available in different
circumstances, and eligibility should be checked
individually.
The requirements are not identical for every family
member. We check the relationship and circumstances
before preparing the application.
Our Family Reunification Service
01
We review your Portuguese residence status and
your relationship with the family member you
want to bring to Portugal.
02
We provide a case-specific document list and
check the documents before the application
is submitted.
03
Marriage certificates, birth certificates and
other foreign documents may require legalization,
an Apostille or translation depending on the case.
04
We help prepare the family reunification application
and supporting evidence for the appropriate
Portuguese authority.
05
If your family member is outside Portugal and a
residence visa is required after approval, we can
assist with preparation for the consular stage.
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We can also assist with the subsequent residence
procedure in Portugal where applicable.
Document Checklist
The exact document list depends on the family
relationship and the circumstances of the application.
Foreign documents:
documents issued outside Portugal may need to be properly
authenticated before they can be used. We review the case
first so you know what is actually required before
collecting unnecessary documents.
Family Reunification for a Spouse
If you hold qualifying residence rights in Portugal,
you may be able to apply for your spouse to join you.
Marriage documentation normally forms an important
part of the application. Where the marriage took
place outside Portugal, the relevant certificate
may need authentication and translation.
01
Residence Review
We check the resident’s status and whether
the spouse reunification route applies.
02
Marriage Documents
We review the marriage certificate and
applicable authentication requirements.
03
Application Preparation
The family reunification application and
supporting evidence are organised for submission.
04
Consular & Residence Steps
We assist with later visa or Portuguese
residence steps where relevant.
Other Family Members
Children
Parents living legally in Portugal may also be
able to reunite with eligible children.
Requirements can depend on the child’s age,
dependency, parental responsibility and whether
both parents are moving to Portugal.
Where only one parent is involved, additional
custody or parental authorization documents
may be necessary.
Parents
In certain circumstances, dependent parents may
qualify for family reunification.
These applications can require more than proof
of the parent-child relationship. Evidence relating
to dependency and the applicant’s circumstances
may also be required.
We can review the situation before you begin
collecting documents.
Individual Review
The evidence required for a spouse, child, parent
or another eligible relative is not identical.
We review the family relationship first so the
application is built around the actual circumstances
rather than a generic checklist.
How the Process Works
01
We review your residence permit and identify
which family members may qualify.
02
You receive a clear document checklist based
on your particular family relationship and
circumstances.
03
We organise the application and supporting
evidence for submission through the appropriate
procedure.
04
Depending on the case, the process may involve
the Portuguese immigration authority and a
Portuguese consulate abroad.
05
Where the family member enters Portugal through
a residence visa route, further residence
formalities may need to be completed after arrival.
Household Requirements
Family reunification applications can require evidence
that the resident in Portugal has suitable accommodation
and sufficient financial resources for the household.
The amount and evidence required can vary according
to family composition and the rules applying to the case.
Rather than using one figure for every applicant,
we check the applicable requirements against your
household before preparing the application.
Family Already in Portugal
The correct procedure can be different when the
family member is already in Portugal.
Their nationality, immigration status, method of entry
and relationship with the resident can all affect the
available route.
If your family is already here, we can review the
circumstances before advising which procedure applies.
Recently Moved to Portugal?
Family reunification is often only one part of
establishing your family in Portugal.
This allows the main administrative parts of your
family’s move to be coordinated through one team.
Common Questions
Can I bring my spouse to Portugal?
If you have qualifying legal residence
in Portugal and meet the applicable requirements,
your spouse may be eligible for family reunification.
Can my children join me?
Eligible children can qualify for family
reunification. Different requirements may
apply according to their age, dependency
and family circumstances.
Can I bring my parents?
Dependent parents can qualify in certain
circumstances. Evidence of the family
relationship and dependency may be required.
Does my family need to be outside Portugal?
Not necessarily. There are situations involving
family members already in Portugal, but the
appropriate procedure depends on their individual
immigration circumstances.
Do foreign certificates need an Apostille?
Depending on where the document was issued
and the applicable international arrangements,
legalization or an Apostille may be required.
Documents may also require translation.
Do I need accommodation in Portugal?
Proof of suitable accommodation can form
part of a family reunification application,
depending on the applicable procedure.
Do I need to show income?
Evidence of sufficient means of subsistence
may be required. The applicable calculation
depends on the household and the rules applying
at the time of the application.
How long does family reunification take?
Processing times vary according to the type
of application, the authority handling the
case, appointment availability and whether
additional documents are requested. We do
not promise a fixed processing time before
reviewing the case.
Reunite With Your Family in Portugal
Family reunification involves more than completing
a form. Marriage, birth, dependency, accommodation
and financial documents all need to match the
circumstances of the case.
XEE Consulting can review your situation, explain
what is required and assist throughout the
application process.