Yes. Short-term travel/medical insurance is typically required for the visa application stage; after arrival the family member registers for Portuguese health coverage when eligible. Check the consulate checklist for the exact insurance coverage required.

Yes. Adopted children generally qualify provided the adoption is legally recognized and you present authenticated adoption documents (apostilled and translated). AIMA will require proof of legal adoption and dependency where relevant.

No. EU/EEA/Swiss nationals and their non-EU family members follow different EU/Portugal procedures (EU family member registration / CRUE) and not the D6 path. Check AIMA guidance for EU registration and Article-15 residence cards for non-EU family members.

If AIMA delays beyond statutory periods there may be tacit approval rules or legal remedies; if refused you can ask for reasons and may appeal or reapply depending on the refusal grounds. Get legal advice for appeals and timeframes.

You must demonstrate adequate means to support the family members and suitable accommodation. AIMA evaluates sufficiency on a case-by-case basis; there is no single universal numeric threshold published for all cases — consult AIMA or a local immigration advisor for guidance.

Unmarried partners may be eligible when the partnership is legally recognized (e.g., de facto partnership where applicable) and sufficient evidence of a stable relationship is provided. Evidence requirements differ and are assessed by AIMA.

Parents can be eligible if they are dependent on the sponsor and dependency can be proven with relevant documentation. AIMA assesses dependency and circumstances case-by-case.

Within the required period after arrival, the family member must apply for a residence card (Cartão de Residência) via AIMA (or the local AIMA desk). They will register with local authorities, obtain a tax number (NIF) and access health/social services as applicable.

Yes. Documents issued abroad typically must be legalized (Hague apostille or consular legalization where applicable) and translated into Portuguese by an official translator. Consulate/VFS instructions specify the exact requirements for each country.

Yes. After arriving and once they obtain their residence card (the Cartão de Residência), family reunification residents generally have the right to work and access education and health services, subject to the conditions of their permit.

Yes , consular visa fees apply for the D6 application. Fee amounts vary by country and nationality; the Portuguese gov portal lists standard fees (example: many national visa types are €90, exceptions apply). Check the consulate or gov.pt for the precise amount.

Common documents: valid passport, AIMA authorization notice, proof of family relationship (marriage/birth/adoption certificates), sponsor’s residence permit, proof of accommodation in Portugal, proof of means of subsistence, travel/health insurance, and criminal record checks where required. Country-specific lists may vary.

AIMA normally aims to decide within around 3 months; in complex cases this can be extended and domestic rules provide for tacit approval after defined maximum periods. If AIMA does not decide in time, there are legal remedies; consult AIMA guidance or a lawyer for case specifics.

After AIMA issues the authorization, the family member generally has **90 days** to apply for the D6 national visa at the Portuguese embassy/consulate responsible for their country of residence. Missing this deadline may invalidate the authorization.

The sponsor in Portugal must submit a family reunification request to AIMA (Agência para a Integração, Migrações e Asilo). AIMA reviews the request and issues an authorization letter if approved; the family member then applies for a D6 visa at the designated Portuguese consulate.

Eligible family members commonly include a spouse or legally recognized partner, minor or dependent children (including adopted children), and dependent adult ascendants (parents) when dependency is proven. Exact definitions and evidence required depend on the case and AIMA guidance.

A sponsor must be a foreign national legally resident in Portugal (valid residence permit) or in some cases a Portuguese/EU national with different procedures. The sponsor submits the reunification request to AIMA with supporting documents proving legal residence, income and housing.

The Family Reunification Visa (commonly called the D6) allows close family members of a foreign national who legally resides in Portugal to join that sponsor. The resident must first request family reunification authorization from AIMA in Portugal; once authorized the family member applies for a D6 visa at the Portuguese embassy or consulate in their country.