D7 Visa Renew 2 Years

 ✅ DOCUMENTS REQUIRED FOR D7 RENEWAL (AFTER 2 YEARS)

1. Valid Passport

  • Must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the intended duration of stay.
  • Bring a photocopy of the bio-data page as well.

2. Current Residence Permit (Título de Residência)

  • The original residence card and a copy (front and back).
  • This is the D7 residence permit issued after your original visa.

3. Proof of Sufficient Means of Subsistence

  • Updated proof that you have passive income or savings to support yourself.
  • Current thresholds (2025):
    • €870.00/month (100% of Portuguese minimum wage) for the main applicant.
    • €435.00/month (50%) for a spouse or dependent adult.
    • €261.00/month (30%) per dependent child.
  • Acceptable proof includes:
    • Recent 6 months of Portuguese bank statements.
    • Pension statements, rental income, dividends, or savings.
    • If applicable, updated NHR (Non-Habitual Resident) status or tax declaration showing income source.

4. Portuguese NIF (Tax Number)

  • Already issued during initial application.
  • Bring proof if required (though typically not asked again).

5. Proof of Legal Residency in Portugal

  • Recent utility bill, rental contract, or property deed in your name.
  • If renting, provide an updated rental contract (Contrato de Arrendamento) registered with Finanças (tax office).
  • Alternatively, a residence certificate (Atestado de Residência) from your Junta de Freguesia.

6. Criminal Record Certificate from Portugal

  • Obtained automatically by AIMA with your permission (tick the box on the renewal form).
  • You may also bring one from your home country, but it’s not always requested for renewal.

7. Proof of Health Insurance or SNS Enrolment

  • Proof of enrolment in the Portuguese National Health System (SNS), or
  • Private health insurance valid in Portugal and covering all risks.

8. Proof of Tax Compliance

  • Recent IRS declaration (Modelo 3) or Finanças certificate confirming no tax debts.
  • You can get this via the Portal das Finanças or at a Finanças office.

9. Proof of Social Security Status (if applicable)

  • If you have been working or self-employed, bring your Social Security status certificate showing contributions or exemption.

10. AIMA Application Form

11. Payment

  • Government fee for renewal is approximately €160–€200.
  • Bring cash or a card as required.


⚠️ Additional Tips

  • Book your appointment well in advance (up to 6 months before expiry).
  • Arrive early to your appointment with all documents printed and organised.
  • AIMA offices sometimes vary slightly in their requirements—check with your local branch if unsure.
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