Many people risk staying in Portugal with just a tourist visa and then obtaining a…

Overview

Many people risk staying in Portugal with just a tourist visa and then obtaining a residence permit. However, it is recommended to return to Brazil and apply for the appropriate visa. The analysis of exceptional cases of permanence takes a long time and the queue is long. In addition to being an exceptional procedure. Differently, for people arriving in Brazil as tourists, immigration law offers a path in these cases to regularize and obtain a residence permit. It is important to check the country's rules before traveling. This is general information only. The appropriate legal path depends on the facts, timing, and authority involved. Before taking action, confirm the current rules for your situation and obtain individual legal advice where appropriate.

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Official Sources

• https://www.gov.br/mre/pt-br/consulado-londres/visa-section/types-of-visa
• https://www.gov.br/mj/pt-br/assuntos/seus-direitos/migracoes

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