{"id":9205,"date":"2025-06-12T08:35:01","date_gmt":"2025-06-12T08:35:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/advocaciapinheiro.com\/en\/?p=9205"},"modified":"2025-06-12T08:37:50","modified_gmt":"2025-06-12T08:37:50","slug":"family-reunification-in-portugal","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/advocaciapinheiro.com\/en\/family-reunification-in-portugal\/","title":{"rendered":"Family Reunification in Portugal: how it works"},"content":{"rendered":"

Family Reunification in Portugal: how it works<\/h2>\n

Family Reunification in Portugal<\/strong> is a legal right that allows foreign nationals legally residing in the country to request the reunification of close family members. The goal is to preserve family unity, promote integration, and ensure dignified cohabitation between parents, children, and spouses.<\/p>\n

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Who can be reunited?<\/h2>\n

In Portugal, Family Reunification<\/strong> may be requested for various family members, provided that the foreign resident meets the legal requirements. The most common cases include:<\/p>\n

\u2705 Spouses<\/strong>: A valid and legally recognized marriage is required, along with proof of shared life.<\/p>\n

\u2705 Minor children under 18<\/strong>: Children of the resident and\/or their spouse may be reunited, provided they are financially dependent and unmarried.<\/p>\n

It is also possible to request family reunification for:<\/p>\n

\u2705 Adult children<\/strong>, if they are financially dependent or face health-related issues;<\/p>\n

\u2705 Ascendants<\/strong> (such as parents or grandparents), when they depend on the resident and lack support in their country of origin;<\/p>\n

\u2705 Other specific cases<\/strong>, which may be assessed individually.<\/p>\n

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General requirements for the application<\/h2>\n

To request Family Reunification<\/strong>, the applicant must submit the appropriate documents and meet several essential conditions, including:<\/p>\n