What is the residency requirement for Portugal?


What is the residency requirement for Portugal? Valid residence visa (the 3-4 month-long visa before you apply for your permit). Evidence of sufficient financial means. Proof of accommodation of your stay in Portugal. Health insurance or supporting evidence he/she is covered by the National Health Service.


How long can you stay in Portugal if you own a property?

Buying property in Portugal allows you to acquire a Portugal residence permit, as long as you stay in the country for a minimum of 14 days each two years. That means you can buy a property in Portugal and get residency. Moreover, you may apply for citizenship and an EU passport five years after obtaining residency.


Is Spain enforcing the 90 day rule?

The 90-day clock starts ticking the moment you enter Spain. The 90-day regulation is enforced across the whole Schengen countries, and not just in Spain.


Can I spend 90 days in Spain then 90 days in Portugal?

The 90/180 rule applies to all of the European countries which have signed the Schengen agreement, so it doesn't matter if you spent your days spread out between countries; as long as those are Schengen member states, the time you spent in those countries is counted towards your 90 days. They go over the 180-day limit.


What happens if I overstay my 90 days in Portugal?

If you overstay 90 days in the EU, you risk deportation. Countries can legally imprison you, deport you, or give you a limited number of days to leave.