Since September 12, 2017, the Portuguese SEF has been improving its traditional methods to accelerate the approval, fee payment, and renewal application processes for the Portuguese Golden Residence Permit, thereby benefiting a vast number of applicants.
So, what reforms has the Portuguese SEF implemented? Today, the immigration experts at Worldway will take you through the impact of these SEF developments:
1. Faster Approval Speeds
First, the SEF has opened 12 new offices and recruited hundreds of staff members to process initial applications or renewal applications for investors in regions such as Lisbon, the Tagus Valley, and the Alentejo. Worldway immigration experts state that this will significantly improve processing times for investors.
2. Launch of Appointment Website
Next, the SEF replaced the traditional telephone appointment system. The SEF has created a dedicated appointment website where you can simply enter the applicant's residence card number to schedule a convenient renewal appointment.
3. Reduced Time for Card Issuance Fee Payment
The SEF has once again surprised applicants. Now, once an application is approved, the applicant receives a DUC number from the SEF. The lawyer then notifies the bank to send an authorization to the applicant. After receiving the authorization, the applicant signs it and sends a scanned copy to the bank. It takes only 2-3 days for the card issuance fee to be successfully paid.
4. Rapid Card Issuance
Finally, after paying the card issuance fee, the applicant reaches the most exciting step: successfully receiving the Golden Residence Permit. According to relevant approval records, approved applicants can receive their residence cards in just 7 days (time is for reference only). Worldway immigration experts believe this is undoubtedly a welcome development for the majority of applicants.
Given these proactive efforts by the Portuguese SEF, the renewal and approval process will become even more convenient for investors moving forward. Currently, applicants can invest 500,000 euros in Portuguese real estate to obtain a "Golden Residence Permit" visa for three generations of their family, build an overseas second home, and enjoy Europe's high-quality welfare benefits. Inquiry Hotline: 400-138-2929.
