Lawyers in Lisbon
When a Lisbon eally need a licensed lawyer, what services cost, and how not to lose money on a transaction or a residence permit rejection.
When you need a lawyer (advogado) in Lisbon
Portugal is a popular ’soft’ entry point into the EU for Russian speakers. A lawyer (advogado) is required for: property purchases, residence permits (D7/D8), Golden Visa, and business formation.
Typical rates: advogado in Lisbon — €150–300/hr. General questions are answered free of charge, and a specialist will personally review your case.
What matters specifically for Russian speakers from the CIS
- The Golden Visa has changed. Since October 2023, the property purchase route has been closed; investment funds, business creation, and job creation remain (from €500,000).
- **The most popular residence permit routes — D7 (passive income) and D8 (digital nomad) — are the most common among those relocating from CIS countries.
- Origin of funds — more moderate than in the UK and France, but EU compliance applies. USDT, third countries, and international wire transfers.
- CIS documents. Apostille and certified translation (tradução certificada) — remotely.
Real estate
- a transaction is handled by a notário (escritura); taxes include IMT (transfer) plus the annual IMI;
- checking the caderneta predial, encumbrances, and licences;
- advogado oversees and verifies the transaction.
Residence permits and business
- D7/D8, family reunification, permanent residence and citizenship (typically after 5 years);
- registering a Lda company;
- advogado manages status and renewals.
How to choose
- verify registration with the Ordem dos Advogados;
- hire a Russian-speaking advogado with hands-on experience in residence permits and real estate;
- agree on services and fees in advance.
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