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🇵🇹 Portugal application checklist
11 items total · 1 need apostille · ~20–36 weeks total
Application fee
$90
Total estimated cost
~$1,200
Typical timeline
20–36 weeks
Identity & core
Financial proof
Background & compliance
Portugal-side requirements
Notes
- After visa issuance, attend AIMA appointment within 4 months of arrival for residence permit card.
- Apostille procurement is the biggest bottleneck — start at least 6 weeks ahead.