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Move to Portugal through residency pathways such as the D7 — attorney-led applications with banking and tax guidance.

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Portugal offers some of Europe's most accessible residency routes for founders, professionals and retirees. Maalouf Law Firm advises on the right pathway — such as the D7 — and handles the application, banking and tax that accompany the move.

Overview

Why Portugal residency?

  • A clear route into the EU and Schengen
  • welcoming pathways including the D7
  • a path toward long-term residence and citizenship over time
  • strong quality of life
  • pairs with a Portuguese company and account.
Process

How it works

  1. Consultation
  2. Choose the pathway
  3. Tax number, bank account and documentation
  4. Application and follow-through
  5. Renewal planning
In detail

Who it suits

  • Entrepreneurs and professionals relocating with their business
  • Families seeking long-term residence in a new country
  • Investors comparing residence routes with citizenship options
In detail

What we will ask from you

  • Valid passports for every applicant
  • Proof of the qualifying route — income, investment, employment or business
  • Police and civil-status certificates, apostilled and translated where required
  • Proof of accommodation and health insurance where the route requires it
FAQ

Frequently asked questions

What is the D7?

A residency route for those with stable passive or remote income; we assess your eligibility.

Can residency lead to citizenship?

Over a qualifying period, yes — we map the full timeline.

How long does it take?

It depends on the route and the authority’s processing times. We give you a realistic estimate at consultation and update you as the file moves.

Can my family be included?

Most routes allow a spouse and dependent children. We confirm eligibility for your family at consultation.

This page is general information, not legal advice, and no attorney–client relationship is formed by reading it. Program, tax and filing rules change; we confirm the specifics for your situation at consultation.

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Book a complimentary consultation with a licensed attorney. We reply within 24 hours, in your language.

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