Portuguese Republic
D7 visa (passive income / retirement) fees
Portugal D7 government fees total around €470 in year one for a single applicant, dominated by the AIMA residence-permit issuance fee.
Headline total
€470
Single applicant, first year (visa + AIMA permit + NIF)
Currency
EUR (Euro)
Last checked
20 April 2026
Itemised fees
| Fee component | Amount | Mandatory? |
|---|---|---|
Consular D7 visa application Paid at the Portuguese consulate at lodgement. | €90 | Yes |
AIMA residence permit — first issuance Payable after arrival at the AIMA appointment that converts the D7 entry visa into a 2-year residence permit. | €170 | Yes |
AIMA residence permit — renewal Payable at each renewal (initially after 2 years, then every 3 years). | €85 | Optional |
NIF tax number (typical fiscal-rep service) Free at Finanças directly; fiscal-rep services for non-residents charge €100–€200. | €150 | Yes |
Criminal record certificate with apostille (origin country) | €60 | Yes |
Portuguese bank account opening (typical minimum deposit) Banks require 6–12 months of passive-income statements as evidence — budget for the first rent months in the same account. | €300 | Yes |
Worked example
Single applicant, first year (visa + AIMA permit + NIF) — €470
- €90 D7 consular visa
- €170 AIMA residence permit
- €150 NIF via fiscal rep (or €0 direct)
- €60 apostilled criminal record certificate
Dependant fees
Each dependant pays their own €90 D7 visa and €170 AIMA residence permit. Passive-income thresholds scale: +50% of IAS for each additional adult, +25% per child (indicative).
Why fees change
AIMA replaced SEF in October 2023 and operational fees were re-published. Monthly passive-income minimum is indexed to IAS (Indexante dos Apoios Sociais) and updates annually — confirm the current IAS figure before relying on older guides.
Primary source
Portuguese Consulate — D7 visa requirements
https://aima.gov.pt/en
Frequently asked questions
How much does the D7 visa (passive income / retirement) cost in government fees?
Portugal D7 government fees total around €470 in year one for a single applicant, dominated by the AIMA residence-permit issuance fee. The worked example assumes single applicant, first year (visa + aima permit + nif), totalling €470. Fees for dependants, priority service, or higher-tier salary bands change the total — see the itemised table above.
Are these fees refundable if my application is refused?
Most application fees are non-refundable once the government begins processing. Some jurisdictions refund specific components (e.g. Canada's Right of Permanent Residence Fee refunds if refused; UK IHS refunds if the visa is refused). Check the linked primary source for the route you are applying to.
How often do these fees change?
AIMA replaced SEF in October 2023 and operational fees were re-published. Monthly passive-income minimum is indexed to IAS (Indexante dos Apoios Sociais) and updates annually — confirm the current IAS figure before relying on older guides.
Do dependants pay the same fees as the primary applicant?
Each dependant pays their own €90 D7 visa and €170 AIMA residence permit. Passive-income thresholds scale: +50% of IAS for each additional adult, +25% per child (indicative).