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E7 — Temporary Stay Visa to Accompany a Family Member
VisasPortugalE7 — Temporary Stay Visa to Accompany a Family Member
PortugalPortugal•Europe
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E7 — Temporary Stay Visa to Accompany a Family Member

Residency Pathway Dependents Allowed

At a Glance

Processing Time

1 month

Estimated Cost

EUR €75

Varies by filing options

Stay Duration

1 year

Renewable

Renewal

Renewable

Family

Dependents allowed

PR Pathway

None

Sponsor

No job offer needed

Work

Remote not required

Overview

Accompany a family member receiving medical treatment or holding a temporary stay visa with proof of family ties and financial means.

The Temporary Stay Visa to Accompany a Family Member allows spouses, minor children, and dependent parents of primary temporary stay visa holders to reside in Portugal. Applicants must demonstrate family ties through marriage or birth certificates and provide proof of sufficient financial means. The visa is issued by Portuguese consulates and embassies.

Processing takes approximately 30 days from application submission. The visa fee is €110. The applicant's permission lasts as long as the primary visa holder's status, and the visa is renewable provided the sponsoring family member maintains their authorization. Work authorization is not permitted under this visa.

This visa is ideal for family members seeking to reunite with relatives who hold Portuguese temporary stay visas and require close family support during their residence in the country.

Stay & Extensions

Initial grant1 year
Extension increments1 year

Requirements

PUBLISHED REQUIREMENTS

Proof of family ties (marriage/birth certificates)

Proof of financial means

Criminal record certificate (for adults)

Proof of accommodation

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Proof of family ties

Proof of financial means

Criminal record certificate

Proof of accommodation

Advantages & Considerations

Key Benefits

  • Renewable visa allows continued family reunification
  • Multiple entry permissions included
  • No job offer or employment requirement
  • Visa processing completed in 30 to 60 days
  • Enables family unity without work authorization constraints
  • 1-year maximum stay per renewal cycle

Worth Knowing

  • Visa validity tied entirely to primary visa holder's status
  • €75 fee applies per family member requesting visa
  • No work authorization limits financial independence of applicant
  • Criminal record certificate required — disqualifies applicants with criminal history
  • Proof of family ties required — applicants without documented family relationship cannot apply

Application Process

1

Verify primary visa holder status

2

Gather proof of family ties

3

Submit application to Portuguese Consulate/Embassy

4

Receive visa and travel

Application Forms

National Visa Application Form (Residence and Temporary Stay)Fill online

Verified Claims (4)

Last verified Jun 20, 2026
Fees
€110
vistos.mne.gov.pt
Forms
National Visa Application Form (Residence and Temporary Stay)
vistos.mne.gov.pt
Processing Estimates
{"minDays":30,"maxDays":30}
toronto.consuladoportugal.mne.gov.pt
Processing Time
30 days
toronto.consuladoportugal.mne.gov.pt

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