We help you organise documents, draft required declarations, and support submission and follow-up through AIMA's portal — so you avoid mistakes, reduce stress, and save time.
Who this service is for
Common Portuguese residence titles we help clients renew. Requirements vary by category; the cards summarise each route. This is general information, not legal advice — we confirm the correct procedure after reviewing your file.
Renewals for holders whose title is based on stable passive income (for example pensions, rentals or investments). We align your file with the evidence AIMA typically expects for this category.
Support for residence titles linked to remote work or foreign-source professional activity. Document strategy focuses on activity, income and continuity of your situation in Portugal.
Renewals tied to employment or self-employment in Portugal, including updates to contract, activity and social security where relevant to your case.
Assistance for family members holding a derivative or reunification title, with attention to the underlying sponsor and consistency across household documents.
Renewals for study-related titles, including progression of studies, proof of enrolment and means, when applicable to your renewal route.
Renewals for residence titles under the investment (ARI) route, with case-specific checklists reflecting compliance and maintenance requirements for your file.
Support for long-term EU residence titles, including documentation that reflects duration of legal stay and integration elements where they apply to your situation.
EU, EEA and Swiss nationals registered under CRUE, and family members with a certificate of registration or a five-year residence card, may qualify for the 10-year permanent residence card. This track uses different forms, evidence and timelines than AIMA’s standard third-country renewal process; eligibility depends on your title and history.
Student-to-work changes, permanent residence / EU long-term residence planning, and EU / EEA citizens and family renewal / permanent residency (CRUE-related routes).
Switching from a student residence permit to a work permit (case assessment and strategy)
Planning for Permanent Residence and EU long-term residence pathways based on your profile and timeline
EU / EEA citizens and family renewal / permanent residency
If one of these situations applies—or a different one applies to your case—confirm eligibility and next steps by booking a consultation.
Why ZR Lawyers
Over 800 cases handled with extensive experience in renewals, AIMA submissions, and related immigration procedures.
Strong ratings on Google from clients across the world who successfully renewed their residence permits.
We respond promptly by email and WhatsApp. No call centres, no delays — you communicate directly with your lawyer.
Marcus and Catherine didn't just study immigration law — they lived it. In 2018, leaving established careers in Brazil behind, they emigrated to Portugal in search of a better quality of life and new challenges. Upon arriving, they faced the exact same hurdles many of our clients do: complex bureaucracy, language barriers, and the lack of clarity provided by public services. This personal journey is the foundation of ZR Lawyers.
Read our full storyLicensed in Portugal. Dual LL.M. from the University of Lisbon. Registered with the Portuguese Bar Association.
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Why get support
You don't need a lawyer to submit a renewal, but missing or inconsistent documents are the most common cause of avoidable delays. We cover the entire process — from initial document review and declaration drafting through to submission and AIMA follow-up until a final decision is issued.
Step by step
We review your situation, identify the correct renewal path, and provide a personalised document checklist.
We help organise your documents, check for consistency, and draft the required declarations.
In-person notarization or certification of documents when applicable (at our office or a designated location).
We support submission through the AIMA platform, respond to any additional requests, and follow up until a final decision is issued.
Available service models
Three models of assistance are available, ranging from a pre-submission review to full end-to-end support. These options are structured to align with different stages of the renewal process and the specific needs of each applicant.
Full Assistance (End-to-End)
Suitable for: Applicants seeking complete support, from document preparation to the final decision — including submission and responses to any AIMA requests.
Best value: covers the entire process so you don't have to guess what to do next if AIMA requests more documents.
Before submission
In-person certification
Submission & follow-up
Scope notes
Government fees and third-party costs are not included. We do not guarantee timelines or outcomes — AIMA decision-making is outside our control.
Schedule first, then pay securely via Stripe
Pricing note. By professional and ethical obligations applicable to the practice of law, fees are not published on this page. By selecting View details and schedule above, you will be directed to our scheduling page where you can view the respective fee and proceed with engagement if desired.
Certification + Preparation
Suitable for: Applicants seeking in-person certification of documents (passport scan and signed declarations) and intending to submit on their own after preparation.
Tip: If you want end-to-end assistance (including submission + follow-up), choose Engagement Option 3.
Before submission
In-person certification
Submission & follow-up
Not included — available in Engagement Option 3.
Scope notes
This engagement level does not include submission in the AIMA portal. We do not guarantee timelines or outcomes — AIMA decision-making is outside our control.
Schedule first, then pay securely via Stripe
Pricing note. By professional and ethical obligations applicable to the practice of law, fees are not published on this page. By selecting View details and schedule above, you will be directed to our scheduling page where you can view the respective fee and proceed with engagement if desired.
Checklist + Pre-Submission Review
Suitable for: Applicants intending to submit on their own and seeking a professional checklist and pre-submission review to reduce the risk of errors and rework.
Before submission
In-person certification
Not included — available in Engagement Options 2 and 3.
Submission & follow-up
Not included — available in Engagement Option 3.
Scope notes
This engagement level does not include submission in the AIMA portal. We do not guarantee timelines or outcomes — AIMA decision-making is outside our control.
Schedule first, then pay securely via Stripe
Pricing note. By professional and ethical obligations applicable to the practice of law, fees are not published on this page. By selecting View details and schedule above, you will be directed to our scheduling page where you can view the respective fee and proceed with engagement if desired.
Not sure which option to choose?
Further Information on Service Models
For applicants uncertain about which model aligns best with their specific case, permit type, or deadline, further clarification is available upon request.
Frequently Asked Questions
