Can You Sue AIMA for Permanent Residency Delays in Portugal?
Many foreign residents in Portugal reach the five-year residence mark and believe they are ready to apply for AIMA Permanent Residency. In theory, the law provides a clear path. In practice, however, many applicants face the same obstacle: they cannot obtain an appointment with AIMA. This creates a difficult situation. The person may meet the […]
AIMA Permanent Residency Appointments in Portugal
AIMA permanent residency appointments have become a serious concern for many foreign residents in Portugal. In recent years, many applicants completed five years of legal residence. However, many still cannot submit their permanent residency application. Instead, the main obstacle is often the lack of available AIMA appointments. As a result, residents may feel trapped in uncertainty. They may live, work, pay […]
Permanent Residency in Portugal After the Law Change
Permanent residency in Portugal is now a key option for foreign residents after the new nationality law. Citizenship may take longer, but stability remains possible. For years, many foreign residents planned their move around a five-year route to Portuguese citizenship. That expectation has changed. The new nationality framework may require seven or ten years of legal […]
Portugal Nationality Law: Investor Concerns
Our founder, attorney Jéssika Aguiar, spoke with InfoMoney about the legal uncertainty now facing Golden Visa holders and foreign residents in Portugal. Portugal’s recent changes to its Nationality Law have triggered growing concern among international investors, foreign residents, and families who had planned their future around a clear path to Portuguese citizenship. In an interview […]
Permanent Residency in Portugal After New Citizenship Rules
Is Permanent Residency Becoming More Important Than Ever? Permanent Residency in Portugal is becoming a strategic priority for many foreign residents, especially after recent changes to the Portuguese Nationality Law. The new rules increased the required period for citizenship from 5 to 10 years for most foreign residents. This raises an important question: what happens […]
How Can AIMA Portal Errors Delay Article 15 Applications?
AIMA portal errors have become a serious obstacle for non-EU family members of EU citizens living in Portugal who need a residence card under Article 15 of Law no. 37/2006. This card formally proves the applicant’s right of residence in Portugal. In theory, this should be straightforward. In practice, many applicants struggle to obtain an […]
