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SHIJIA
Portugal
Individual relocation · On-the-ground support

What it really takes to make life in Portugal work — beyond the visa

Many clients only realise after their visa is granted that NIF, NISS, banking, SNS and apostilled documents are the truly demanding parts. We deliver the full on-the-ground service so you don't have to chase it yourself.

Service modules

What individuals usually need on the ground

Each item can be commissioned alone or combined with our visa, company and property services.

Portuguese visa planning

D1 / D2 / D7 / D8 / Golden Visa

Based on your work, income and family profile, we plan the right residency route and prepare the supporting file.

  • D1 — for those with a Portuguese employer or work contract
  • D2 — for entrepreneurs, freelancers and small business owners
  • D7 — for retirees and people with stable passive income
  • D8 — for remote workers and digital nomads
  • Golden Visa (ARI) — investment-based residency

Apostille of Chinese documents

Notarisation, foreign-affairs authentication, and Hague apostille of Chinese documents — birth certificates, marriage status, criminal record clearance, education credentials — for use in Portugal.

  • Notary public certification
  • Foreign Affairs Office / Hague apostille
  • Certified translations
  • Guidance on use in Portugal

NIF — Portuguese tax number

The NIF is required for almost every transaction in Portugal — bank accounts, contracts, taxes, leases. We coordinate the registration locally.

  • Tax representative coordination
  • Document preparation
  • On-site submission
  • Digital certificate hand-over

Personal bank account

We help clients open a personal account at a major Portuguese bank, prepare the required documents and book the in-person appointment.

  • Bank selection guidance
  • Appointment booking
  • Source-of-funds documentation
  • Online banking and card activation

NISS — social security number

NISS is the number you need to work, contribute to social security and access related public services in Portugal. We assist with the full registration.

  • Document checklist confirmation
  • Online or in-person submission
  • Follow-up until the number is issued

SNS — national health number

SNS is your registration number with the Portuguese national health service, used at public hospitals and family doctor centres.

  • Proof of address preparation
  • Health centre registration
  • Family doctor assignment follow-up

Lawyer-certified documents

Partner law firms draft or certify the legal documents you need — for AIMA submissions, notarial use and other official purposes.

  • Drafting of legal letters
  • Document certification and stamping
  • Submission to authorities
  • Bilingual coordination

Lawyer escort for biometrics

We arrange for a partner lawyer to accompany you at AIMA for biometric capture (fingerprints), reducing language and process friction.

  • Booking the AIMA appointment
  • Lawyer present throughout
  • Pre-appointment document review
  • Real-time problem solving on site

Residence permit renewal

We help temporary-residence holders submit their renewal on time, avoiding the legal risks of an expired card.

  • Pre-expiry reminders
  • Renewal documentation
  • Appointment booking and submission
  • Case follow-up until issuance

Permanent residence

For clients who meet the conditions, we plan and submit the permanent residence (PR) application end-to-end with AIMA.

  • Eligibility pre-screening
  • Language and residency check
  • Documentation preparation
  • Submission and follow-up

Portuguese citizenship

Eligibility review and full naturalisation support, including documentation and liaison with the civil registry (IRN).

  • Eligibility pre-screening
  • Portuguese language certification support
  • Naturalisation file preparation
  • Submission to the registry and follow-up
How we work

Standard milestones, no surprises

01

Initial consultation

We learn your goals and current situation, then propose a realistic direction and timeline.

02

Background review

We organise income, family, prior visa, tax and corporate history to identify risks.

03

Plan confirmation

Based on the review, we agree on the recommended path, expected duration and fee structure.

04

Document checklist

A detailed checklist with templates clarifies what's needed on the source side and in Portugal.

05

Engagement

Sign the formal service agreement; payment is staged and responsibilities are explicit.

06

Submission

Our local team handles submission, appointment booking and document verification.

07

Progress updates

Status updates at every milestone via WeChat or email — no information black box.

08

Long-term care

After arrival we continue with renewals, tax, company and property matters as needed.

SHIJIA · 1-on-1 advisor

Hand the relocation paperwork to a local team

You focus on settling in. The government appointments, document chasing and coordination with local lawyers and accountants — we'll handle that.

Relocate to Portugal — visa, NIF, bank, NISS, SNS, residency, citizenship · SHIJIA Portugal