Family reunification: your family, with you in Portugal
The law changed in 2025. We show you when you can apply, which exceptions apply and how to prepare a complete file.
Complimentary assessment: Family reunification
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What we take care of
An overview. In your complimentary assessment we confirm what applies to your case.
- We check the date from which you can apply
- We identify whether an exception applies to your family
- We gather certificates, translations and apostilles
- We prepare proof of accommodation and means of subsistence
- We follow the appointment and the case with AIMA
The 2026 figures
Law 61/2025, in force since 23 October 2025. The waiting period can be waived or reduced in duly justified exceptional cases.
How we work: Baker and Co Associates LDA is a management and immigration consultancy: we support, organise and coordinate your process. When your case needs acts reserved to lawyers, our independent lawyer registered with the Ordem dos Advogados (Portuguese Bar Association) handles them and we coordinate the whole process.
Frequently asked questions
When can I apply for family reunification?
As a rule, after 2 years of valid residence permit. For a spouse who lived with you for at least 18 months before you entered Portugal, it is 15 months.
Do my minor children have to wait?
No. Minor or incapacitated dependent children are exempt from the waiting period, as is a spouse who is their parent.
What documents are requested?
Among others: your residence card, the family member's passport, authenticated certificates proving the family link, proof of accommodation and means, and the family member's criminal record.
We can also help with
Residence permit renewal
Renew on time, with the right file, and plan for permanent residence.
Learn more →AIMA follow-up
Appointments, preparation and tracking of your case with AIMA.
Learn more →Documents and powers of attorney
Translations, apostilles, criminal records and powers of attorney, coordinated.
Learn more →Golden Visa
European residence with a minimum stay of 7 days in the first year.
Learn more →Official sources
- Lei n.º 61/2025 (reagrupamento familiar, art. 98.º)
- AIMA: Reagrupamento familiar com familiar em território nacional
Information reviewed on 18 October 2026. Rules can change; we always confirm what applies to your case.