Zottis Rezende Lawyers
🇵🇹 Your New Life in Portugal Starts Here
From your visa to your new address — step by step.
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Why Portugal — and Why Now?
Portugal has become a top destination for people seeking safety, quality of life, and an international vibe.
- 🏠 Golden Visa for real estate ended
- ✉️ “Expression of Interest” pathway closed
- 💸 NHR tax regime ended in 2024
- 📜 Sephardic rules now stricter
- 🇮🇹🇪🇸 Spain & Italy tightened immigration laws
If Portugal is on your radar, the window is now.
What makes Portugal so attractive?
More than a move — this is a life upgrade.
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300+ sunny days per year
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High-quality healthcare & education
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Relaxed pace & friendly people
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Among the safest countries in the world
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Multicultural & English-friendly
Who We Are — And Why It Matters
We are lawyers.
But we are also immigrants.
Our team has gone through the process of starting over in a new country. We know what it’s like to feel lost in the bureaucracy, unsure about the next step, and overwhelmed by conflicting information.
That’s why we provide more than legal advice — we walk the path with you.
Which Visa is Right for You?
🧳 D7 Visa — Passive Income
Perfect for:
- Pensioners
- Business owners receiving dividends
- Rental-income or investment earners
Requirements:
- Monthly income ≥ €870
- Savings ≥ €11,000
- Clean criminal record
- Proof of accommodation
💻 Digital Nomad Visa — DR
Ideal for:
- Remote employees
- Freelancers
- Online entrepreneurs
Requirements:
- Income ≥ €3,480 / month (last 3 months)
- Work / freelance contracts
- Clean criminal record
- Proof of accommodation
Not sure which one is for you?
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What you’ll need to apply
- Portuguese Tax Number (NIF) Learn how to get the NIF
- Portuguese Bank Account
- Proof of income or Remote work
- Clean criminal record Learn how to get the FBI Background Check
- Passport valid for at least 6 months
- Proof of accommodation
We’ll help you gather and review everything — step by step.
Your Application Timeline
6 months before
Start planning and understanding your visa type
4 months before
Gather documents and book VFS appointment
2–3 months
Attend the appointment and present all the documents
0–1 month
Get your visa and fly to Portugal
Where do you apply?
Residence visa applications are submitted at VFS Global or Portuguese Consulate, based on the jurisdiction of your current residence.
We will confirm the correct consulate and help you book the appointment.
Do I Need a Lawyer?
Legally? No.
But practically? It helps — a lot.
- Save time on research and bureaucracy
- Avoid mistakes that could delay or cancel your visa
- Receive expert guidance and legal review
- Get support through every stage — including after you arrive
- Gain peace of mind knowing you’re doing everything right
You’ll have someone by your side — from the first step until your new life in Portugal officially begins.
How we help with the Portuguese residence visa
- ✅ Analyze your case and eligibility
- ✅ Recommend the best visa for your situation
- ✅ Help obtain your NIF and bank account
- ✅ Book your first appointment
- ✅ Review all documents and forms
- ✅ Monitor your application & respond to inquiries
- ✅ Appeal in case of refusal
- ✅ Guide you through AIMA application in Portugal
Why work with a Certified Portuguese Lawyer — instead of a Visa Agency?
While visa assistance companies can be registered anywhere in the world and are not subject to professional regulation, an attorney licensed in Portugal is held to strict standards of conduct and legal responsibility.
- 📅 Regulated and accountable
- 💼 Authorized to represent you
- 🔧 Access to official tools and platforms
- 🔒 Professional confidentiality guaranteed
- 🧑⚖️ Legal analysis, not guesswork
- 📍 Full support beyond the visa
- 📄 Verified professionals with real presence
We don’t just fill out forms — we protect your rights.
What our clients say
Why don’t you show prices?
We would love to — but we can’t. Under the rules of the Portuguese Bar Association,
lawyers are not allowed to advertise legal service fees online.
Just send us a message with a brief summary of your case and we’ll send you a personalized quote — no commitment required.
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Fast, friendly, and always in English.
Our Head Office
14 Fialho de Almeida St., 2º left
1070-129, Lisbon, Portugal
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