Portugal•EuropeStudent Visa - Residency (D5)
At a Glance
Processing Time
30-90 days
Application Fee
110 EUR
Stay Duration
1 year
Renewable
Yes
Job Offer
Not Required
Dependents
Allowed
PR Pathway
Available
This visa can lead to permanent residency — the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.Remote Work
Not Required
Overview
Long-stay residence visa for international students pursuing higher education or research at recognized Portuguese institutions for more than 90 days.
The D5 student residence visa is for non-EU/EEA students pursuing academic degrees or research at recognized Portuguese institutions. After visa approval, students must complete residence permit application at AIMA.
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Requirements
Financial
Minimum Income
9,840 EUR
per year
Minimum Savings
9,840 EUR
Personal
Education
High School or higher
Excluded Nationalities
Citizens of the following countries are not eligible: AT, BE, BG, CY, CZ, DE, DK, EE, ES, FI, FR, GR, HR, HU, IE, IT, LT, LU, LV, MT, NL, PL, RO, SE, SI, SK, CH, IS, LI, NO
Documentation
Applicant Documents
Valid passport
Valid for duration plus 3 months
Admission letter
From recognized higher education institution
Proof of funds
Bank statements or sponsorship
Health insurance
Valid coverage for Portugal
Accommodation proof
Student housing or rental
Criminal record certificate
From country of residence
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Advantages
- Leads to residence permit
- Can work part-time during studies
- Access to healthcare
- Path to continued residency
Considerations
- Requires admission to program
- Must maintain student status
- Limited work hours
- Post-study requires new visa
Application Process
Get admitted
Secure admission to higher education program
Prepare documents
Gather admission letter, proof of funds, health insurance
Apply at consulate
Submit residence visa application
Pay fee
EUR 110
Await decision
Processing takes 30-90 days
Receive visa
Collect passport with residence visa
Register in Portugal
Apply for residence permit at AIMA within 4 months
Application Forms
National Visa Application Form
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