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Lawyers focused on immigration in Portugal

Comprehensive support for visas, residence permits, and Portuguese citizenship.

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Dreaming of building a promising future in Portugal? Count on ZR Advogados! With over five years of experience, we offer personalized solutions to make your immigration smooth and secure. From choosing the ideal visa to obtaining residency, we are here to guide you every step of the way. Our commitment is to turn your challenges into opportunities.

Hassle-free immigration

Your new life in Portugal, in the right hands.

Marcus Zottis Rocha, lawyer.

Work from anywhere. Live in Portugal.

Your immigration is unique, and so is our service.

Catherine Rezende Barros, lawyer.

As a digital nomad, you seek freedom and flexibility. Portugal offers both. Let ZR Advogados guide you through the immigration process so you can make a smooth transition to this beautiful country. We specialize in helping digital nomads like you obtain the necessary visas and navigate legal complexities, allowing you to focus on what matters most: your work and your travels.

Promptness and Effectiveness

We guarantee timely service and processes in full compliance with regulations, offering effective solutions with ethics and responsibility.

Highly Qualified Team

Our team consists of experienced and specialized lawyers, dedicated to providing outstanding legal solutions tailored to your needs.



Commitment to Excellence

Excellence and integrity drive our legal services, ensuring support grounded in justice, ethics, and transparency.


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Immigration


We know that the immigration process can be challenging and complex. This is one of the most important decisions in your life, and we are here to provide personalized legal support tailored to your unique case. From visas and residence permits to citizenship applicatons, we guide and support you every step of the way, ensuring you feel safe and confident in every decision.

Residence Visas


Portugal offers a wide range of residence visas, including the Job-Seeker Visa, Digital Nomad Visa (DN), Passive Income and Retiree Visa (D7), Business Visa (D2), Student Visa (D4), and other residence options! Our team is here to assist you every step of the way, from selecting the perfect visa for your profile to organizing all the necessary documentation. Let us handle the bureaucracy so you can obtain your residence permit smoothly and with peace of mind.

Portuguese Citizenship


There are more than ten ways to acquire Portuguese citizenship, including by descent (children and grandchildren), ancestry, length of residence, marriage, and more. Our experienced team provides full support: from document research and retrieval, verification of requirements, to submitting your application and monitoring the entire process. We are with you until you have your Portuguese passport in hand, ensuring a specialized and efficient service to make this important milestone as smooth as possible.

Business and Companies


We provide specialized legal consulting services to individuals and companies planning to operate in Portugal. We handle the entire company formation process and offer ongoing support to ensure your success. Our services include business plan development, virtual office solutions, tax representation for obtaining a NIF, and assistance with financial institutions for opening bank accounts. We deliver complete and seamless solutions for entrepreneurs and investors.

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A legal consultation is the perfect opportunity to have your situation reviewed with care and professionalism. During the session, we assess your documents, address all your questions, and provide practical, tailored legal advice applicable to your case.

This service is ideal for those seeking strategic planning and personalized support, whether for obtaining visas, regularizing residence, or exploring legal opportunities for digital nomads and entrepreneurs.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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To apply for a residence visa in Portugal, you need a valid passport, proof of sufficient financial means, health insurance, and a clean criminal record. Specific requirements vary depending on the type of visa, such as work, remote work, passive income, study, or family reunification.

Family accompaniment or family reunification requires documents proving familial relationships (e.g., marriage or birth certificates legalized with the Apostille of The Hague), valid passports for all family members, proof of accommodation in Portugal, evidence of sufficient financial means, and health insurance.

You must submit your visa application through VFS Global or the Portuguese consulate in your country of residence, typically using the E-visa platform. The process may vary by country; for instance, in the UK and the USA, applications are submitted personally at the VFS Global office.

The duration depends on the country where the visa is requested and the appointment date with AIMA in Portugal. Legally, residence visa processing takes up to 60 days, while residence permit issuance can take up to 90 days after the interview. Starting the process at least four months before your planned move is recommended.

Costs include processing fees that vary based on the type of permit, as well as additional expenses for document translation, certifications, health insurance, and professional assistance if required. Currently, the residence visa fee is €90 and the residence permit fee is €184, except for PALOPS and Brazil.

Yes, you can apply for Portuguese citizenship after legally residing in Portugal for at least five years, provided you meet specific criteria, including basic proficiency in the Portuguese language.

Portugal offers the investment-based residency program called the Golden Visa, which allows residency through investments in national funds, job creation, and other means. Real estate investments are no longer eligible. You can also setup a business and apply for a residence visa (D2) for entrepreneurs.

Speaking Portuguese is not mandatory to obtain a visa or residence permit. Even without speaking Portuguese, you can live comfortably in Portugal, one of the most English-friendly countries in the world, ranked 6th in the EF English Proficiency Index among 116 countries. However, learning Portuguese can improve cultural integration, broaden opportunities, and enable you to apply for Portuguese citizenship.

Relocating to Portugal may change your tax residency status, subjecting you to Portuguese tax laws. Previously, the Non-Habitual Resident (NHR) tax scheme provided benefits for new residents, but it was discontinued in 2024. Currently, the Tax Incentive Program for Scientific Research and Innovation (IFICI) is available, although its beneficiaries are more limited. Portugal remains an attractive destination for cryptoasset holders, offering favorable tax treatment for cryptocurrency income.

Job opportunities in Portugal can be explored through online job portals, recruitment agencies, and professional networking. Focusing on high-demand sectors and learning Portuguese can significantly enhance your prospects. Independent professionals can start activities without prior residency, and the same applies to those looking to invest or establish a company in Portugal.

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1070-129, Lisbon, Portugal

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Legal Notice: This website is not affiliated with Google and does not offer any official services from government agencies. We are a law firm specialized in immigration law in Portugal, composed of two licensed attorneys authorized to practice in the country. We provide legal consultancy and assistance in accordance with current legislation and the ethical standards of the Portuguese Bar Association. All work performed is strictly professional, ethical, and aimed at defending the interests of our clients.