Services
The public agency that handles residence permits and renewals for non-EU nationals. It took over these functions from the former immigration service, SEF, in 2023. Start here for current procedures and appointment channels.
The government's single entry point for public services, with step-by-step guides to registrations and certificates, and the list of in-person Citizen Spots (Espaços Cidadão).
Official information on national (D) and short-stay visas, the documents required and applying through consulates abroad.
Example listing of an independent residency consultancy: document preparation, appointment support and renewals.
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The first number most people need — for a lease, a bank account and work.
How Portugal's social security works for expats: NISS, contribution rates for employees and the self-employed, benefits, pensions and EU rules.
