D7 from Newark

Pragateektm · 2025-10-11T16:57:35+02:00

Explore the D7 visa application process from Newark for Portugal. Find answers about background checks, ticket purchases, and dependents in this helpful thread.

Pragateektm New member

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PragateektmNew memberYesterday 14:57:35

Hello everyone,

trying to start the D7 process from Newark and聽 of course already have a bunch of questions:

Does the Newark office not require the background check to be apostilled? I don鈥檛 see it being required in their document list. Just want to confirm because I see apostille as required everywhere else.
The application asks for port of entry etc. Do you buy the tickets before you get the approval?
How do you apply for dependents? My parents will be my dependents but I don鈥檛 see anywhere in the application where I can note it. Do I just file D6 simultaneously as my D7?

Appreciate any insights!

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JohnnyPT Portugal Expert

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JohnnyPTPortugal ExpertToday 09:23:51

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Hi @Pragateektm

1. The criminal record is generally required to be apostilled for all Portuguese residence visa applications (like the D7).

2. You should not buy non-refundable tickets before your visa is approved. The D7 visa processing time can be variable (4 to +12 weeks). Once approved, the D7 visa is valid for an initial period (usually 120 days) for you to enter Portugal and attend your residency appointment at AIMA office. Buying tickets before approval risks them becoming useless if your visa is delayed or your expected entry date changes.

3. The requirements for the D6 and the specifics of simultaneous submission can be complex. You should contact the VFS Global office or the Consulate directly to get the exact, up-to-date checklist and confirmation of the simultaneous D7 + D6 application process for parents as dependents.

Pragateektm New member

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PragateektmNew memberToday 12:37:10

@SimCityAT yes. My question was because of how the required documents are laid out.

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PragateektmNew memberToday 12:39:08

Hi @JohnnyPT,

thank you for your response! Newark doesn鈥檛 use VFS. They do have a list of required documents but it鈥檚 a little different. I reached out to the consulate directly but looks like it鈥檚 quite the ordeal to get a response.