Our sister site over at RHJ Law have recently written an article providing you with all the information you need to know about Portuguese visas. We will explain the time limits associated with a visa and what would happen if you overstayed your allotted time. Read on to make sure you are up to date on all the rules and regulations related to your visa.
If your planning to move to Portugal you may be wondering how much time you are allowed to spend in the UK each year. Why not head over to our dedicated expat page to check out the Portuguese visas we offer.
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The Schengen Agreement
The Schengen Agreement is a landmark agreement that regulates the free movement of citizens within the Schengen Area. The area encompasses 26 countries, including Portugal, and it allows people to move freely between these countries without the need for visas. The UK is not part of the Schengen Area, but people from other countries who wish to visit the UK can do so with a visa. Depending on which type of Portuguese visa you have, you can stay in the UK for varying lengths of time.
How much of the year can I spend in the UK on the D2 visa?
Firstly those with a D2 visa are allowed to stay in the UK for up to six months in a calendar year. This is calculated from January 1st to December 31st. This does not include any trips to or from the UK during this period.
How much of the year can I spend in the UK on the D3 visa?
The D3 visa allows a holder to stay in the UK for up to three months in a calendar year. This time is also calculated from January 1st to December 31st. It does not include any trips to or from the UK during this period.
How much of the year can I spend in the UK on the D7 visa?
The D7 visa permits a holder to stay in the UK for up to one month in a calendar year. As with the other visas, this time is calculated from January 1st to December 31st. That does not include any trips to or from the UK during this period.
The types of Portuguese visas
There are different types of Portuguese visas. It’s important to know the options before you decide which visa to pick.
The D2 visa is for those planning to move to Portugal to open a business. On the D2 visa you must stay in Portugal for more than 90 days. It allows its holders to stay for up to one year. As stated above you can stay in the UK for up to 6 months of the year which is 183 days. If you want to read more about this visa then why not head over to our D2 visa page.
The D3 visa is for those who are moving to Portugal as a high skilled employee. If you are on the D3 visa you must stay in Portugal for more than 90 days. And it allows its holders to stay for up to three months. If you are moving on a D3 visa then you could spend up to 183 days in the UK. If this sounds like the right visa for you then why not check out out D3 visa page?
The D7 visa is specifically designed for those who have passive income and want to move to Portugal. It allows its holders to stay for up to two years. As stated above it allows you to spend 6 months or 183 days in the UK. If you earn a passive income and want to move to Portugal then why not read more about it on our D7 visa page?
How long you can stay in the UK with a Portuguese visa
The amount of time you can spend in the UK with a Portuguese visa depends on the type of visa. The Schengen Agreement states that those with a D2 visa, are allowed to spend up to 180 days in the UK. This is in any 12-month period. Those with a D3 visa, which is a long-term stay visa, can spend up to 90 days in the UK in any 12-month period. Finally, those with a D7 visa, which is a passive income visa, are allowed to stay in the UK for up to 6 months. This is in any 12-month period.
If you are in the UK with a Portuguese visa and you exceed your stay period, there are some things you should know. You might be at risk of being refused entry or being removed from the UK. Depending on the type of visa you have, there are different maximum durations that you can stay in the UK.
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When moving to Portugal on a visa, it’s important to understand how much time you’re allowed to spend in the UK in a year. Depending on the type of Portuguese visa you have, the amount of time you can spend in the UK will vary.
For the D2 visa, you are allowed to stay for up to 90 days in any 180-day period. On the D3 visa, you can stay for up to 30 days in any 180-day period. And with the D7 visa, you can stay for up to 15 days in any 180-day period.
Meanwhile if you spend more than your allotted time in the UK, then you may be subject to a fine and/or other penalties. By understanding these regulations and following them, you can ensure that you don’t run into any legal issues. If you are not sure about the length of time you are allowed to stay in the UK under your Portuguese visa contact us. We can help you to figure out the rules of your visa?
