The Portuguese Agency for Integration, Migration and Asylum (AIMA) has issued a statement, pursuant to Article 63, Paragraph 14 of Regulatory Decree No. 84/2007, the residence rights of foreign citizens remain valid for up to 6 months after the expiration of their Residence Permit card.
According to the latest news:
• For residence cards expiring before June 30, 2025, the 6-month period is calculated from October 15, 2025, automatically extending the validity until April 15, 2026;
• For residence cards expiring after June 30, 2025, the validity is automatically extended for 6 months from the expiration date of the residence card.
Foreign citizens who have already initiated the residence renewal application process with the immigration authorities should carry their expired residence card and the receipt of the submitted renewal application to prove that their residence renewal is in progress.
Portugal is a member of the European Union, the Eurozone, and a founding member of NATO. It is also a member of international organizations such as the WorldWay Organization and the United Nations. It boasts a mild climate, a safe social environment, pristine natural beauty, and a high-quality education system. Furthermore, Portugal possesses a long history, a brilliant culture, a comprehensive medical system, and enviable retirement benefits.
In fact, as a country highly suitable for living and tourism in Europe, Portugal can meet the needs of many people in terms of daily life, travel, and investment. An increasing number of individuals are choosing to go to Portugal for various reasons, including tourism, immigration, investment, and study abroad.
Since the launch of the Golden Residence Program, it has attracted high-net-worth individuals from around the world to establish their overseas status and assets in Portugal. Whether for enjoying European quality of life or planning for family education and global mobility, the Portuguese Golden Residence Program remains a preferred option for international investors.
Currently, through the Portuguese Fund Investment Immigration Program, investors can invest from 500,000 Euros in funds to apply for Portuguese Golden Residence status for three generations of their family, with fast approval. As a member of the European Union, the Schengen Area, and NATO, holding a Portuguese residence permit allows for travel across the 29 Schengen countries. After obtaining Portuguese Golden Residence status, you only need to reside for an average of 14 days every 2 years, and you can apply for citizenship after five years from the date of submitting the immigration application, thereby obtaining an EU passport.
In addition, one can also immigrate to Portugal through the Portuguese Cultural and Artistic Donation Program. According to the legislation, applicants only need to invest 200,000 Euros to apply for Portuguese Golden Residence status for three generations of their family, providing a low-cost and convenient way to obtain an EU passport.
Worldway——An active promoter of European investment immigration projects
A professional immigration agency that introduced the "Portuguese Golden Residence Program" to China
▪ In 2013, Worldway became one of the first immigration agencies to promote the Portuguese Golden Residence Program in China;
▪ On September 4, 2012, the Portuguese Ministry of Internal Affairs officially proposed the "Golden Residence Program." At the end of 2012, the President of Portugal and government officials met with Worldway senior management to discuss the details of the Golden Residence legislation;
▪ In April 2013, Worldway, in collaboration with the Embassy of Portugal in China, held the "Portuguese Golden Residence Program Launch Ceremony," introducing the Portuguese Golden Residence Program to China;
▪ In 2013, Worldway launched and organized the "2013 European Immigration Year" nationwide and held "European Property Exhibitions" themed around Europe in Beijing, Shanghai, Shenzhen, and Qingdao, sparking a wave of European investment immigration across China;
▪ Worldway has maintained friendly interactions with the Portuguese government for many years. Senior executives of the Worldway Group have met with the President of Portugal, the Deputy Prime Minister, the Minister of Foreign Affairs, the Ambassador to China, and other dignitaries. As an active promoter of European investment immigration projects, Worldway has a professional European immigration documentation team with over 13 years of service experience, making it your trusted choice for handling Portuguese immigration.
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For more details on Portuguese immigration, please inquire in Mainland China: 400-138-2929, or contact the Hong Kong Customer Service Center: (852)2802 8798