Darrel FroelichApr 14, 2026“Viv Europe helped my wife and I apply for a D7 Portuguese visa and residence cards. They were extremely helpful at every step. I'd recommend them to anyone.”
Back to Portugal
Family Reunification.
Bring eligible family members to join a relative who legally resides in Portugal.
Who it’s for.
About the Family Reunification
Bring your loved ones to join a relative who legally resides in Portugal. Eligibility comes from your sponsor's legal status — not from your own income.
Who’s eligible
Family members of someone legally residing in Portugal — spouses, partners, dependent children and dependent parents.
What you can do
- Live in Portugal with your family member
- Work or study in Portugal
- Use the public healthcare system (SNS)
- Travel freely across the Schengen area
- Build toward your own permanent residency and citizenship
Key facts & documents.
Our approval rate98%+
Typical duration4–8 months
ComplexityMedium
- Basis
- Sponsor's legal status
- Timeline
- Tied to the sponsor
- Outcome
- Residence permit
Documents required
- Your sponsor's proof of legal residency or citizenship in Portugal
- Proof of your family relationship (marriage or birth certificates)
- Your sponsor's proof of means and accommodation
- NIF (Portuguese tax number)
- Criminal background certificate
How it works
A clear, guided process.
Six simple steps from first call to fully settled, so you always know what's next.
Book a free call
30 minTell us where you are and where you want to go. We confirm what you need and how we can help.
Get your plan
Within daysYour dedicated case manager maps out the steps, documents and timeline, tailored to your situation.
We handle it
We drive itWe do the legwork and coordinate every party, keeping you updated in your client app at each stage.
Your secure client app
AnytimeAccess our app to exchange information and documents safely, with all the security required at every step.
We meet you there
On arrivalOnce you arrive, your case manager meets you in person in your destination country, to welcome you and help you find your feet.
You're settled
Move completeYou arrive ready to live, not just survive, with the essentials in place and us a message away.
What’s included.
Everything we take care of for you with your Family Reunification.
Eligibility assessment based on your sponsor's status in Portugal
Guidance on the right pathway (sponsor inside vs outside Portugal, EU vs non-EU)
Proof of relationship and sponsor documentation prepared
NIF (Portuguese tax number) and document collection support
Application preparation and form completion
Final documents review and submission
Process monitoring and AIMA appointment coordination
Do it with Viv, not alone.
The same move, two very different experiences.
On your own
With Viv Europe
Chase multiple agencies, lawyers and translators
One case manager coordinates everyone for you
Decode immigration rules in another language
Lawyer-reviewed documents and plain-language guidance
Book and attend every public-agency appointment yourself
We schedule and handle the appointments on your behalf
Hope you got the file right and risk refusal
98%+ success, and we cover any denial at no extra cost
Piece together NIF, bank, housing and utilities solo
Everything set up and tracked in one client app
Real Stories
Clients who made the move with us
Darrel FroelichApr 14, 2026Ellen LeonardFeb 02, 2026“They made me feel secure in a process that feels completely out of your control. We now have our D7 Visa, a bank account, NIF, and an apartment with working utilities.”
Kenneth ColeNov 18, 2025“I'm now a permanent resident of Portugal, coming from Canada. The Viv Europe team is clearly very knowledgeable as well as experienced.”
Olivia HughesMar 09, 2026“From the first call to collecting our residence cards, every stage was clear and on time. Moving from the UK felt genuinely manageable.”
Lucas AlmeidaJan 27, 2026“They handled my NIF, bank account and D7 application without a single hiccup. I always knew exactly what the next step was.”
Sophie BauerDec 03, 2025“Professional, responsive and genuinely caring. Viv Europe turned a daunting bureaucratic process into something I could actually enjoy.”
Why Viv EuropeWe treat your move
We treat your move
like it's the only one.
Expert guidance with a personal, human-centered approach, so you navigate the whole process feeling supported every step of the way.
Personal & Digital Approach
A dedicated representative plus a 24/7 client portal, a human touch backed by technology.
Pay Per Progression
You only pay as we advance through each stage, so you see value before any payment.
8 Years of Expertise
Immigration experience and deep knowledge of local regulations.
98%+ Success Rate
We handle any denials at no extra cost, appealing or restarting as needed.
Everything in one app
Your messages, documents and updates all live in your client app, so there are no emails to chase.
FAQ
Common questions.
Who can I bring through family reunification?
Typically spouses and partners, dependent children and dependent parents. Exact eligibility depends on your relationship and your sponsor's status.
Does my own income matter?
Eligibility derives from your sponsor's legal residency or citizenship in Portugal and their means and accommodation — not from your own income.
Can we apply from outside Portugal?
Yes. Pathways differ for sponsors inside vs outside Portugal and for EU vs non-EU family — we confirm the right route for your situation.
How long does family reunification take?
Timelines are tied to your sponsor's situation and the route used. We confirm a realistic timeline for your case on the first call.
Can my family work or study in Portugal?
Yes. Family members reunited with a resident can generally live, work and study in Portugal.
Does it lead to their own residency and citizenship?
Yes. Reunified family members build their own residency and can, in time, pursue permanent residency and citizenship.
What proof of relationship is needed?
Documents such as marriage, partnership or birth certificates, apostilled and translated as required. We tell you exactly what's needed for your situation.
Ready when you are.
Book a free 15-minute call and we'll map out exactly how this works for you.