If you are planning to move to Portugal, your costs have changed. AIMA, Portugal's immigration authority, updated its official fee table in March 2026. This update affects almost every visa and residency process, including residence permits, renewals, family reunification, and investment routes.
The key change is simple. Most government fees have increased by around 25 percent. This means the overall cost of relocating is now higher than it was before, even if your visa strategy has not changed. Here's a fee calculator to assist you understanding what your fees will be. We focus on D2, D3, D6, and D8 visa costs but for a complete list of fees for other government services, scroll further down the page.
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The calculator will show all the amounts you have to pay over your stay in Portugal. Of course these fees are not all paid at the same time, they are often paid at 3 years in between each stage, and some aren't paid at all. For example, unless you want to pay for permanent residency or citizenship, you don't have to pay for this stage.
Portugal Visa Fee Calculator
Official government & VFS fees by visa type — consulate + AIMA stages. Updated March 2026.
The 25% discount applies only to AIMA fees (Stages 2–5). Consulate and VFS fees are unaffected.
When you move to Portugal, you deal with two types of costs. First, there are government fees set by AIMA. These are fixed and apply to everyone. Second, there are service fees charged by lawyers, advisors, or platforms like Visas.pt. The government portion is mandatory and cannot be reduced or negotiated.
For most people applying for a D7 or D2 visa, the standard residence permit fees are now higher. A typical first residence card involves a fee for processing and a fee for issuing the permit. When combined, this creates a noticeable increase compared to previous years. Renewals, which many people used to treat as a minor administrative step, now represent a more significant ongoing cost.
Where people often underestimate costs is in the details. If you apply as a family, each person pays their own government fees. Over time, renewal costs also add up. Additional charges can apply if you need to replace a residence card, update personal details, or request urgent processing.
Investment-based residency, often referred to as the Golden Visa or Residence Permit for Investment, is in a different category. These fees are significantly higher and have also increased under the new table. Both initial applications and renewals require substantial government payments per applicant, including family members.
Portugal remains one of the most attractive relocation options in Europe. The lifestyle, safety, and residency pathways still make it a strong choice. However, it is no longer a low-cost option. If you plan ahead and understand the fee structure, you can avoid surprises and make informed decisions.
Below is the list of updated fees from the Portuguese Government translated into English for Convenience:
Schedule of Fees and Other Charges
for Administrative Procedures
Fees and other charges due for administrative procedures under Law No. 23/2007 of 4 July (the Legal Framework governing the Entry, Residence, Exit and Removal of Foreign Nationals from Portugal), as currently amended.
Ministerial Order No. 307/2023, of 13 October · In force from 1 March 2026
- In-Person (Ministerial Order 307/2023 rate): Standard fee when applying at an AIMA office in person.
- Digital / Assisted In-Person: Reduced fee applied when submitting the application through the digital online channel, or — until digital channels are fully available — the 25% reduction shown in point XIV also applies to in-person attended submissions.
| # | Procedure | In-Person Fee | Digital / Assisted Fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1a | Receipt and examination of an application to extend authorised stay (subject to the provisions of items 2 and 3 below) Base processing charge applied to all extension-of-stay applications |
€ 53.40 | € 40.10 |
| 1b | Article 72(1)(b) of Law 23/2007Extension for holders of a Special Visa — up to 60 days | EXEMPT | EXEMPT |
| 1c | Article 72(1)(c) of Law 23/2007Extension for holders of a Job-Seeking Visa — up to 60 days | € 53.30 | € 40.00 |
| 1d | Article 72(1)(c) of Law 23/2007Extension for holders of a Residence Visa — up to 90 days | € 106.10 | € 79.50 |
| 1e | Article 72(1)(d) of Law 23/2007Extension for holders of a Short-Stay Visa — up to the 90-day limit per semester | € 47.70 | € 35.70 |
| 1f | Article 72(1)(d) and paragraph 4 of Law 23/2007Extension for holders of a Short-Stay Visa (or for persons travelling to Portugal without a visa under a visa-exemption arrangement), valid for Portugal | € 47.70 | € 35.70 |
| 1g | Article 71-A of Law 23/2007Extension for holders of a Short-Stay Visa issued for seasonal work — up to 30 days | € 106.10 | € 79.50 |
| 1h | Article 71-A of Law 23/2007Extension for holders of a Short-Stay Visa issued for seasonal work — more than 30 days | € 106.10 | € 79.50 |
| 1i | Article 72(1)(e) of Law 23/2007 · Article 54(1)(a) and (g)Extension for holders of a Temporary-Stay Visa granted for medical treatment or for accompanying a family member undergoing medical treatment | € 106.10 | € 79.50 |
| 1j | Article 72(1)(e) of Law 23/2007 · Article 54(1)(b), (c), (d), (e), (f), (h) and (i); Article 55Extension for holders of a Temporary-Stay Visa for other purposes covered by Article 54(1) and Article 55 | € 106.10 | € 79.50 |
| 1k | Article 72(3) of Law 23/2007Extension for family members of persons holding a Temporary-Stay Visa | € 106.10 | € 79.50 |
| 1l | Article 71(3) of Law 23/2007Extension for holders of a Short-Stay Visa in exceptional circumstances | € 142.50 | € 106.80 |
| 2 | Receipt and examination of an application to extend a Schengen Visa that is valid for other Schengen Member States, for compelling personal reasons The Schengen Area is the zone of 27 European countries that have abolished passport controls at their mutual borders. |
€ 53.30 | € 40.00 |
| 3 | Receipt and examination of an application to extend a Schengen Visa valid for other Schengen Member States, due to force majeure or humanitarian reasons "Force majeure" refers to unforeseeable circumstances that prevent the person from leaving, such as a natural disaster or serious illness. |
EXEMPT | EXEMPT |
| 4 | Receipt and examination of an application to extend a stay where the application is based on a change of original grounds or where an extension beyond the normally permitted limits is requested (Articles 71(3) and 72(2) of Law 23/2007) Charged as the base fee from row 1(a) plus an additional amount. |
Base fee (1a) + € 26.80 |
Base fee (1a) + € 20.20 |
| # | Procedure | In-Person Fee | Digital / Assisted Fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1a | Receipt and examination of an application for: • Grant of a Temporary Residence Permit for the purposes of professional activity, research / study / professional internship / volunteering, family reunification, or as a European Union Blue Card holder (highly-qualified worker), and for special circumstances under Article 122; • Grant of a Permanent Residence Permit; or • Renewal of a Temporary or Permanent Residence Permit |
€ 133.00 | € 99.80 |
| 1b | Examination of a request for exemption from the consular residence visa requirement under various articles of Law 23/2007 (Articles 88(2), 89(2) and (4), 90(2), 91(4), 91-B(9), 92(3) and (4), 93(3), and 123) Applies when a person requests to be granted a residence permit without first obtaining a residence visa from a Portuguese consulate abroad. |
€ 307.20 | € 230.40 |
| 1c | Article 75(1) of Law 23/2007Grant or renewal of a Temporary Residence Permit | € 114.30 | € 85.80 |
| 1d | Article 75(2) of Law 23/2007Amendment of personal details on a Temporary Residence Permit (e.g. change of name or address recorded on the card) | € 53.30 | € 40.00 |
| 1e | Article 76(1) of Law 23/2007 (subject to provisions of paragraph 5)Grant of a Permanent Residence Permit | € 351.10 | € 263.40 |
| 1f | Article 76(2) of Law 23/2007Renewal or update of personal details on a Permanent Residence Permit | € 61.90 | € 46.30 |
| 1g | Articles 97(2), 88(5) and 89(3) of Law 23/2007• Replacement of a Residence Permit when notified to take up a professional activity (Article 97(2)); • Change of professional activity to employed or self-employed work (Articles 88(5) and 89(3)) |
€ 123.50 | € 92.60 |
| 1h | Issuance of a second copy (duplicate) of the Residence Permit (e.g. after loss or theft) | 50% of the applicable issuance fee | |
| 1i | Issuance of a third or subsequent copy of the Residence Permit | 100% of the applicable issuance fee (full fee applies again) | |
| Note – Reduction for minors (children under 18): The fees in rows 1(d) and 1(f) are reduced by 50% when the Residence Permit relates to a minor, in the circumstances covered by Article 122(1)(a), (b) or (e), and Article 124 of Law 23/2007. | |||
| 6 | Notification of entry and stay in Portugal for higher-education student mobility and consequent issuance of an authorisation declaration, under Article 91-A(1) and (2) of Law 23/2007 Applies to students from other European Union countries who exercise their right to study at a Portuguese university under inter-EU mobility rules. |
€ 39.70 | € 29.80 |
| 7 | Issuance of an authorisation declaration for researcher mobility under Article 91-C(1) of Law 23/2007 Applies to researchers from other European Union Member States who carry out research activities in Portugal under inter-EU mobility rules. |
€ 39.70 | € 29.80 |
The EU Blue Card is a work and residence permit for highly qualified non-EU nationals. It offers simplified procedures and enhanced rights across EU Member States.
| # | Procedure | In-Person Fee | Digital / Assisted Fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2a | Receipt and examination of an application for the grant or renewal of an EU Blue Card Residence Permit | € 169.20 | € 126.90 |
| 2b | Article 121-E of Law 23/2007Grant or renewal of an EU Blue Card Temporary Residence Permit card | € 160.50 | € 120.40 |
| 2c | Issuance of an EU Blue Card Residence Permit without prior consular visa (subject to provisions of paragraph 5) Applies when the Blue Card is issued with a waiver of the requirement to obtain a residence visa at a Portuguese consulate abroad. |
€ 354.30 | € 265.70 |
| 2d | Issuance of a second copy (duplicate) of the EU Blue Card Temporary Residence Permit | 50% of the applicable issuance fee | |
| 2e | Issuance of a third or subsequent copy of the EU Blue Card Temporary Residence Permit | 100% of the applicable issuance fee | |
| 2f | Article 86 of Law 23/2007Replacement of EU Blue Card Residence Permit due to a change of personal details | 25% of the applicable issuance fee | |
The Residence Permit for Investment Activity is granted to non-EU nationals who make qualifying capital investments in Portugal. Family members of the investor may also receive permits through the Family Reunification procedure.
| # | Procedure | In-Person Fee | Digital / Assisted Fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3a | Receipt and examination of an application for the grant or renewal of an Investment Residence Permit, including the receipt and examination of applications for the grant or renewal of a permit for Family Reunification of the investment permit holder's family members (Articles 90-A(1) and (2), 76(2), 78, 80, and 98) | € 842.80 | € 632.10 |
| 3b | Article 90-A(1) of Law 23/2007Grant of an Investment Residence Permit | € 8,418.90 | € 6,314.20 |
| 3c | Article 90-A(2) of Law 23/2007Renewal of an Investment Residence Permit | € 4,210.30 | € 3,157.80 |
| 3d | Article 98 of Law 23/2007Grant of a Residence Permit to family members reunited with an Investment Residence Permit holder | € 8,418.90 | € 6,314.20 |
| 3e | Article 90-A of Law 23/2007Renewal of a Residence Permit for family members reunited with an Investment Residence Permit holder | € 4,210.30 | € 3,157.80 |
| 3f | Issuance of a second copy (duplicate) of an Investment Residence Permit, including Residence Permit cards issued to family members under Family Reunification | 50% of grant fee (= € 4,210.30) |
50% of grant fee (= € 3,157.80) |
| 3g | Issuance of a third or subsequent copy of an Investment Residence Permit, including Residence Permit cards issued to family members under Family Reunification | 100% of grant fee (= € 8,418.90) |
100% of grant fee (= € 6,314.20) |
| 3h | Article 86 of Law 23/2007Replacement of an Investment Residence Permit due to a change of personal details | 25% of grant fee (= € 2,104.90) |
25% of grant fee (= € 1,578.60) |
| 3i | Articles 76(2) and 80 of Law 23/2007Grant or renewal of a Permanent Residence Permit for an Investment Residence Permit holder or family member (granted under Articles 90-A and 98) | Grant: € 11,786.70 Renewal: € 5,894.10 |
Grant: € 8,840.00 Renewal: € 4,420.70 |
| Note on revenue sharing (item 4): Revenue generated by fees in rows 3(b) to 3(e) is divided equally between AIMA (the Agency for Integration, Migration and Asylum) and the Fund for International Relations (the government fund supporting Portugal's international cooperation activities). | |||
This section applies to non-EU nationals who have already obtained Long-Term Resident status or an EU Blue Card in another EU country and now wish to reside in Portugal.
| # | Procedure | In-Person Fee | Digital / Assisted Fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| a | Receipt and examination of an application for the grant or renewal of a Residence Permit for holders of Long-Term Resident Status or an EU Blue Card issued by another EU Member State | € 175.70 | € 131.80 |
| b | Articles 116(1), 118(1), 121-K(1) of Law 23/2007Issuance of a Residence Permit to holders of Long-Term Resident Status or an EU Blue Card from another EU Member State (Note: Article 121-K has been revoked) |
€ 368.50 | € 276.40 |
| c | Renewal of a Residence Permit for holders of Long-Term Resident Status or an EU Blue Card from another EU Member State | € 209.90 | € 157.50 |
| d | Issuance of a second copy (duplicate) of an EU Blue Card issued by another EU Member State | 50% of issuance fee (= € 184.40) |
50% of issuance fee (= € 138.30) |
| e | Issuance of a third or subsequent copy of an EU Blue Card issued by another EU Member State | 100% of issuance fee (= € 368.50) |
100% of issuance fee (= € 276.40) |
| f | Article 86 of Law 23/2007Replacement of EU Blue Card issued by another EU Member State due to a change of personal details | 25% of issuance fee (= € 92.20) |
25% of issuance fee (= € 69.20) |
Long-Term Resident Status provides enhanced rights and a more stable residence situation for non-EU nationals who have lived lawfully in Portugal for at least five consecutive years.
| # | Procedure | In-Person Fee | Digital / Assisted Fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1a | Receipt and examination of an application for the grant or renewal of a Residence Permit for Long-Term Resident Status holders in Portugal | € 169.20 | € 126.90 |
| 1b | Receipt and examination of an application for the grant or renewal of a Residence Permit for Long-Term Resident Status holders who are beneficiaries of international protection (refugees or persons with subsidiary protection status) | EXEMPT | EXEMPT |
| 1c | Articles 121-I(1) and 130(1) of Law 23/2007Issuance of a European Union Long-Term Residence Permit card to holders of long-term legal resident status in Portugal | € 160.50 | € 120.40 |
| 1d | Issuance of a European Union Long-Term Residence Permit card to holders of long-term legal resident status in Portugal, where the permit is granted to beneficiaries of international protection | EXEMPT | EXEMPT |
| 1e | Renewal of a European Union Long-Term Residence Permit card for long-term resident status holders in Portugal | € 160.50 | € 120.40 |
| 1f | Renewal of a European Union Long-Term Residence Permit card for beneficiaries of international protection with long-term resident status in Portugal | EXEMPT | EXEMPT |
| # | Procedure | In-Person Fee | Digital / Assisted Fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | Article 121-I(1) of Law 23/2007Issuance of a second copy (duplicate) of the European Union Long-Term Residence Permit | 50% of issuance fee (= € 80.30) |
50% of issuance fee (= € 60.20) |
| 3 | Article 121-I(1) of Law 23/2007Issuance of a third or subsequent copy of the European Union Long-Term Residence Permit | 100% of issuance fee (= € 160.50) |
100% of issuance fee (= € 120.40) |
| Procedure | In-Person Fee | Digital / Assisted Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Verification of travel documents issued in Portugal by foreign diplomatic missions or consular posts, in accordance with Article 28 of Law 23/2007 This applies when a foreign embassy or consulate in Portugal issues a travel document to one of its nationals and AIMA must verify and approve the document. |
€ 123.20 | € 92.40 |
| Procedure | In-Person Fee | Digital / Assisted Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Each Refugee Travel Document issued under Article 17(1)(b) of Law 23/2007 A Refugee Travel Document is a passport-like document issued to recognised refugees who cannot obtain a travel document from their country of nationality. |
€ 34.40 | € 25.80 |
A safe-conduct document is an emergency travel document issued to a person who has no other valid identity or travel document and needs to travel within Portugal or leave the country.
A Student Travel List is a collective travel document used by school groups travelling abroad, allowing students to be listed on a single document instead of requiring individual passports.
Persons providing accommodation to foreign nationals are required to notify the police authorities using this form, as a security and registration measure.
Key rules about forms and stickers
- (a) Payment of the fees in this table already covers the cost of the application forms, identity stickers, and Residence Permit card materials — no additional charge is made for these items.
- (b) Citizens who are exempt from paying the grant or renewal fees for a residence permit must still pay the administrative processing charge and the cost of forms, stickers or the Residence Permit card material.
| # | Item | In-Person Fee | Digital / Assisted Fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| c | Application forms and identity stickers for extension-of-stay procedures | € 27.00 | € 20.30 |
| d | Application forms and Residence Permit card materials | € 79.10 | € 59.40 |
Citizens Exempt from Paying Residence Permit Fees (Fee Waivers by Nationality)
The following nationals are exempt from the grant/renewal fees but must still pay the receipt & examination charge and materials cost.
Extension of Stay (Section II) — Exempt nationalities:- Guinea-Bissau
- Cape Verde
- São Tomé and Príncipe
The Community of Portuguese-Speaking Countries (CPLP) is an international organisation of Portuguese-speaking nations.
- Angola
- Brazil
- Cape Verde
- Guinea-Bissau
- São Tomé and Príncipe
- Mozambique
Applicable Reductions on Fees
The following reductions apply to fees in Sections II (extension of stay), III (residence permits), V (long-term resident or Blue Card from another EU Member State), VI (long-term resident status in Portugal), VII (verification of travel documents), VIII (refugee travel document), and XIII (forms and stickers):
| Procedure | Fee |
|---|---|
| Each visit made by an AIMA officer to a location outside AIMA offices — where such a visit is required by law and is made either at the applicant's request or because the applicant's personal circumstances make attending an office impossible For example, this applies when an elderly or seriously ill applicant is unable to travel to an AIMA office. |
€ 86.00 |
| Procedure | Fee |
|---|---|
| Each in-person collection of a Residence Permit card at an AIMA office (instead of receiving it by post) | € 29.90 |
| # | Service Level | Additional Fee |
|---|---|---|
| a | Standard production speed — included in the amount provided under point XVII(d). No additional surcharge — this is the default service. |
No additional charge |
| b | Urgent production — the Residence Permit card is produced and ready within 2 working days from the date the grant or renewal decision is made. This surcharge is added on top of all other applicable fees. |
+ € 47.80 (added to other fees) |
These fees apply to administrative procedures provided for under Article 18(4) of the Agreement on the Withdrawal of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland from the European Union. Governed by Ministerial Order No. 1/2022 of 4 January.
| Procedure | Fee |
|---|---|
| Grant, production, personalisation and dispatch of a Temporary Residence Permit card for UK nationals under the Withdrawal Agreement | € 15.00 |
| Grant, production, personalisation and dispatch of a Permanent Residence Permit card for UK nationals under the Withdrawal Agreement | € 18.00 |
| Grant, production, personalisation and dispatch on an urgent basis | € 35.00 |
| In the event of loss, theft or damage to the cards provided for in this Ministerial Order — fee for requesting the issuance or replacement of the card. This amount is added on top of the fee in item 1 or 2 above. |
+ € 10.00 |
These fees apply under Law 37/2006 of 9 August (which regulates the right of free movement and residence of EU citizens and their family members in Portugal). Governed by Ministerial Order No. 13/2024 of 22 January (the third amendment to Ministerial Order No. 1334-D/2010 of 31 December).
| Procedure / Applicant Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| Issuance of a residence document (Registration Certificate or Residence Card) — persons aged 25 or over, applying through the digital channel | € 15.00 |
| Issuance of a residence document — persons aged 25 or over, applying in person at an AIMA office | € 18.00 |
| Issuance of a residence document — persons under 25 years of age, applying in person at an AIMA office | € 15.00 |
| Issuance of a residence document — persons under 25 years of age, applying through the digital channel | € 12.50 |
| Issuance of a residence document — children aged up to 1 year, applying in person | EXEMPT |
| Issuance of a residence document to children under 6 years of age | € 7.50 |
| Persons aged 25 or over — same-day in-person collection of the residence document on the same working day as the application For applicants who need their document urgently on the same day they apply. |
€ 53.00 |
| Persons under 25 years of age — same-day in-person collection on the same working day as the application | € 50.00 |
| Change of registered address without replacement of the residence document (no new card issued) | € 3.00 |
| Postal delivery of the residence document by registered post | € 15.00 |
| External service — visit by an officer to the applicant's location | € 40.00 |
Fees for secretarial services provided by entities under the authority of the Ministry of Internal Administration. Governed by Ministerial Order No. 1334-C/2010 of 31 December.
| # | Item | Fee |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Issuance of official certificates — fee per page | € 24.00 |
| 2 | Issuance of official declarations (standard) | € 24.00 |
| 3 | Issuance of authenticated declarations (certified by a public authority as genuine) | € 31.00 |
| 7 | Copy of a document in digital format (on a USB drive or other digital medium) | € 20.00 |
| 8a | Postal dispatch of documents (added to other costs above, where applicable) This charge is added to the certificate/declaration fee when the document is sent by post. |
€ 20.00 |
| # | Format | Fee per page |
|---|---|---|
| 4a | A4 size (21 × 29.7 cm), black and white | € 0.80 |
| 4b | A3 size (29.7 × 42 cm), black and white | € 1.10 |
| 4c | A4 size, colour | € 1.40 |
| 4d | A3 size, colour | € 1.10 |
| Archived document surcharge: If the document being copied is held in the archive (not immediately accessible), an additional € 4.10 is added to the photocopy fee above. | ||
| # | Format | Fee per page |
|---|---|---|
| 5a | A4 size, black and white | € 1.40 |
| 5b | A3 size, black and white | € 2.10 |
| 5c | A4 size, colour | € 2.80 |
| 5d | A3 size, colour | € 4.10 |
| Archived document surcharge: If the document being copied is held in the archive, an additional € 4.10 is added to the authenticated photocopy fee above. | ||
