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AR para Menores Filhos de Cidadãos Estrangeiros Titulares de AR — requirements, costs & how to apply

Official source Updated 2026-06-23 · Government page ↗

Who is eligible

Health insuranceRequired (valid in-country)
Criminal recordClean record / police clearance
Age range1–1

Costs

Application / consular fee€122

Duration & renewal

Initial stay: 24 months. Does not lead directly to permanent residence.

Documents

  • Passaporte válido;
  • Declaração, sob compromisso de honra, da morada de residência, referindo em que termos se encontra a residir na habitação indicada (ex
  • Comprovativo de meios de subsistência;
  • Certidão de registo de nascimento do menor;
  • Certificado de inscrição consular com fotografia ou passaporte válido.

Who can apply

Open to all nationalities.

How to apply

  1. Confirm you meet the eligibility above.
  2. Gather documents and apply via the official portal: https://aima.gov.pt/pt/viver/menores-filhos-de-cidadaos-estrangeiros-titulares-de-autorizacao-de-residencia-nascidos-em-portugal-art-122-o-1-al-a.
  3. Typical processing: ~90 days.

Frequently asked

Does this visa lead to permanent residence?

No — it does not lead directly to permanent residence.

Do I need health insurance?

Yes — valid health insurance in the country is required.

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Informational only, not legal or immigration advice. Requirements change — always confirm on the official government source linked above before applying. Last verified 2026-06-23.

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