Renewal Portal Now Accepts Permanent Residence Applications for EU Nationals and Family Members
What changed
The Agency for Integration, Migration and Asylum (AIMA) has added a new feature to its Renewals Portal. This lets European Union (EU) citizens and their family members apply for permanent residence certificates and cards online. From 1 July 2026, this digital way of applying replaces older ways. It makes the application process, fee payment, and document submission smoother for these specific types of residence. This change is part of AIMA's larger plan to update and digitise its services.
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Followed by: Version 4 · Portugal's Renewals Portal Updated for EU Nationals and Family Members
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