E10 — Temporary Stay Visa for Accompanying a Family Member

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E10 — Temporary Stay Visa for Accompanying a Family Member

Residency Pathway Dependents Allowed Remote Work

At a Glance

Processing Time

14-90 days

Application Fee

147.5 EUR

Stay Duration

Up to 1 year

Renewable

Job Offer

Not Required

Dependents

Allowed

PR Pathway

Remote Work

Allowed

Overview

Visto de Estada Temporária para Acompanhamento de Familiar de Requerente de Visto de Estada Temporária

The pt-e10 visa is a national temporary stay visa designed for family members to accompany a primary applicant holding a Portuguese Temporary Stay Visa. It provides the holder with legal authorization to reside and work in Portugal for the duration of the primary visa holder's stay.

While it does not offer a direct path to permanent residency, it facilitates family unity for those on temporary assignments or digital nomad visas.

Fee Breakdown

Consular Visa Application Fee	110 EUR
Average Service Fee	37.5 EUR

Conversion Paths

Visas you can typically switch to from this status.

Portugal

D6 — Family Reunification Visa (Type D)

Validity5 years

Processing28-84 days

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Requirements

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

Legally recognized family member of the primary temporary stay visa holder

Proof of stable and regular financial resources (or Term of Responsibility)

Proof of adequate accommodation in Portugal

Valid travel medical insurance (minimum €30,000 coverage)

Clean criminal record certificate from country of origin/residence

KEY CRITERIA

Education

none or higher

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

Completed and signed National Visa Application Form

Two recent passport-size photos

Passport valid for at least 3 months beyond expiry

Proof of regular status in country of application

Proof of family relationship (legalized/translated)

Proof of primary visa holder's status

Proof of financial resources

Proof of accommodation

Valid travel insurance

Criminal record certificate (with Apostille)

Signed AIMA authorization form

Copy of return transport ticket

Advantages & Considerations

Key Benefits

Allows family reunification for temporary stay visa holders
Grants full access to the Portuguese labor market
Allows multiple entries into Portugal

Worth Knowing

Does not lead directly to permanent residency
Visa is not directly renewable; requires extension of stay via AIMA
Dependent on the primary visa holder's status
Criminal record with serious convictions
Inability to prove financial subsistence
Lack of valid travel insurance
Incomplete documentation

Application Process

Gather and legalize/translate all required documents

Complete the National Visa Application Form on the E-Visa Portal

Schedule an appointment at the nearest Consulate or VFS/TLS center

Attend the appointment and submit physical documents

Pay the visa and service fees

Wait for the consular decision (up to 30 days)

Travel to Portugal upon approval

Application Forms

National Visa Application Form	Fill online
Authorization for AIMA Criminal Record Check	—

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