Over the past few years, the Portuguese economy has been showing stable growth and development. In combination with a mild climate, excellent ecology and soft migration policy of the government, this is the reason for a steady increase in the flow of migrants from the CIS countries. The Portuguese authorities have developed several resettlement programs that allow foreigners to move to the country for permanent residence.
How to emigrate to Portugal from Russia
Regardless of the planned length of stay in Portugal, Russians need to apply for an entry permit. This document not only gives the right to stay in the country - on the basis of it, a residence permit will subsequently be issued. Category D visas are suitable for long stays. Such a document can be issued at the Portuguese Embassy or through visa centers.
To obtain a visa, you must provide the consular staff with a standard package of documents. It includes:
- Questionnaire (Download)
- International passport;
- A copy of the first page of the passport;
- Bank statement on the availability of funds in the account;
- Round-trip tickets;
- Hotel reservation, rental agreement or invitation from Portuguese citizens;
- Medical insurance;
- 3 color photographs;
- Paid receipts for visa fees;
- Certificate of income.
In addition, you will need to confirm the existence of grounds for obtaining a national visa. Registration of a permit is possible for:
- Employees who have signed a contract with a Portuguese company;
- Students admitted to the country's university;
- Investors investing in the economy;
- Brides and grooms who marry a Portuguese citizen.
You can fill out the form and apply for a visa online, on the website of the Embassy. It is necessary to submit documents and obtain a visa in person.
Reference! The visa fee for paperwork is 35 euros. It can take 60 days from the moment of submission of documents to obtaining a resident (national) visa.
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Moving and legalization in Portugal
A national visa gives the right to stay in the country for 6 months. During this time, it is necessary to issue a residence permit. This permit is issued for a period of one year and can be renewed. Having lived in the country for 5 years, a foreigner can apply for the status of a permanent resident (permanent residence). A year after receiving permanent residence, the migrant has the right to acquire Portuguese citizenship.
Conclusion of a work contract
Finding a job in Portugal is not easy. The country has a fairly high unemployment rate. The government is interested in employing its own citizens. To provide a place to a foreigner, the owner of the company must prove that there were no local specialists for his vacancy.
A foreign worker must document his qualifications and language proficiency at the proper level.
Reference! It is easier for workers engaged in research and development in Portugal to immigrate.
To find a job, you can use several specialized sites:
- Sapoemprego;
- Learn4good;
- hays;
- indeed.pt.
Business in Portugal
For wealthy foreigners, it is possible to obtain a residence permit through the opening of a company in the country. The government provides several benefits for foreign businessmen, which differ depending on the areas of work.
The new company must create at least 10 jobs for Portuguese citizens. Most often, closed joint stock companies (CJSC) are opened.
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Another way to emigrate is to invest in the country's economy. By investing in enterprises in Portugal, a foreigner gets the opportunity to live in its territory without the right to work.
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| Sphere of investments | Minimum amount in euros |
| Small business development and support | 500 thous. |
| Scientific research and culture | 350 thous. |
| Conservation and restoration of the country's natural heritage | 250 thous. |
| Economy | 1 million |
Immigration through the acquisition of real estate
Having bought real estate in Portugal, a foreigner gets the opportunity to apply for a residence permit without the right to work. Minimum purchase cost - 350 thousand euros... For people purchasing housing in remote areas, this amount may be reduced up to 250 thousand
After the purchase, a foreigner can either reside in Portugal all the time, or come or leave for any period at his discretion. It is important to renew the residence permit on time as needed.
When applying for a permit, you will need to provide:
- Certificate of no criminal record;
- Medical report on the state of health.
Moving for training
Upon admission to a university in Portugal, a student is issued a residence permit for a period of one year. It must be renewed as needed. Along with graduation from the institute, the grounds for a residence permit also disappear. If a foreigner plans to stay in the country after receiving a diploma, he needs to take care of finding a job in advance.
Family reunification and marriage with a Portuguese citizen
Every citizen of Portugal or a foreigner who has legally resided in its territory for at least 1 year has the right to invite his relatives for residence.
These include:
- Children (both minors and adults);
- Parents over 65;
- Spouse / spouse;
- Brothers, sisters.
You can invite relatives on condition that you own a house, the area of which allows you to resettle visitors. The inviter assumes the obligation to provide financial support for the migrants.
By marrying a Portuguese citizen, you can expect to receive citizenship 3 years after the residence permit is issued. To do this, you need to prove the existence of a premarital relationship and cohabitation after marriage. The Portuguese authorities are closely monitoring fake marriages, so newlyweds need to prepare for lengthy checks.
In case of divorce, the foreigner is deprived of the grounds for staying in the country.
Registration of residence permit for refugees
Refugees are considered migrants who have been persecuted in their country due to:
- Religion;
- Nationalities;
- Political views;
- Racial affiliation.
These people need to be presented with evidence of harassment. These are considered copies of lawsuits and appeals to international human rights organizations. After considering the case and making a decision on granting refugee status, the migrant receives a residence permit with the right to work.
Until the moment of employment, he is provided with housing and a little financial assistance. In addition, he can count on free medical assistance.
Having lived in the country for 6 years, a foreigner has the right to apply for citizenship.
Other ways of immigration
Retirees with a stable income in their home country can move to Portugal. To do this, they must purchase real estate in the republic worth at least $ 80,000.
Scientists and highly qualified specialists from countries outside the European Union can apply for a blue card. It makes it possible to live and work in any country. The EU.
Children of foreigners born in Portugal are entitled to acquire citizenship, having lived in the country for 6 years with a residence permit.
How to get a residence permit
Residence permit is issued in the Department of Immigration and Border Control. The term for consideration of the application usually does not exceed 2 weeks. For registration you need:
- Register on the Department's website;
- Fill in the application form there (available after registration);
- Print it out and submit it to the Department for review along with the main package.
List of standard documents:
- The passport;
- Visa;
- Bank statement on the availability of funds;
- Employer contract;
- Certificate of absence of a criminal record at home;
- Proof of home ownership or lease;
- Medical certificate;
- Due diligence consent;
- 2 color photographs;
- Documentary evidence of the grounds for obtaining a residence permit.
Life in Portugal
Average salaries in Portugal are 1,500 euros. Moreover, for the life of two adults, it is enough 2000-2500 euros per month... Almost all locals speak English and switch to it if they notice that it is difficult for a foreigner to communicate in Portuguese.
The attitude of Portuguese women to appearance is a little unusual for Russian women. They prefer simple, comfortable haircuts and no makeup. Beauty salons work in the same style.
Elena:After arriving for a long time I could not find an ordinary hairdresser who would have done the haircut and coloring I needed. In the end, she found a male hairdresser specializing in hairstyles for sexual minorities.
Maria:The Portuguese are mostly modest, intelligent people. No one is trying to stand out from the crowd with expensive cars or posh houses. The majority of the population belongs to the middle class.
Moving to Portugal is an opportunity to live in a resort environment and a European standard of living. At the same time, the country's migration policy is much more loyal than that of most of the EU member states.
