A simple way to move from Russia to Portugal When the time came to think about moving to another country, the choice was made in favour of Portugal. But the apparent ease of the process turned out to be deceptive. And I am very glad that I met the guys from Imigrata. Already at the first introductory consultation Ilya answered all my questions and helped me to orientate with the relocation programme. The D7 visa was chosen and all the documentary support for it went smoothly and smoothly. Yes, there were some difficulties with the registration of an account in Portugal, with renting accommodation, but the company's employees were able to help me and reduce the degree of anxiety. I know for sure that every case is dealt with by the whole team, not just one employee, I know that in complicated cases I will definitely get an answer. The guys are always on the phone and work promptly. I am grateful to the whole team of Imigrata that I now live in Portugal next to the ocean!

Seamless Relocation to Portugal with Imigrata's Expertise I approached Imigrata while still in Russia, faced with the complex task of relocating to a new country. Their CEO, Alex Khodorkovsky, kickstarted the process with a comprehensive meeting, setting the tone for the personalized service that was to follow. Ely (Ilia) Gorodetsky, my dedicated manager, was consistently responsive and became a pillar of support throughout the journey. Imigrata expertly navigated me through the intricacies of obtaining a digital nomad residence visa (D8). The initial stage involved setting up a business in Serbia, which not only facilitated my residence permit there but also connected me with a long-term client. Within a week, I found myself in Serbia, and in seven months, I was soaking in the ocean view from Portugal, a testament to the effectiveness of their process. The seven-month duration might seem lengthy, but it was a necessary period to build a solid case from the ground up. Imigrata's strategic planning allowed me to accumulate the necessary financial proof while I enjoyed Serbian hospitality. The latter part of the wait was mostly administrative, involving clear and constant communication with the consulate and the visa application process. I am particularly impressed with Imigrata's extensive network, which proved invaluable. From setting up businesses to navigating tax laws, their connections paved the way for smooth transitions. They offered resources like a tax consultant who clarified the Portuguese tax system, enabling me to take advantage of favorable tax regimes. Moreover, Imigrata's fairness in pricing, especially when compared to other agencies, adds to their credibility and value. In conclusion, my satisfaction with Imigrata stems from their comprehensive support, efficient strategies, and fair pricing. They've made my move to Portugal not just a dream come true but a pleasant reality. Thank you, Imigrata, for turning a complex situation into a journey of new beginnings.

We did it!! On to Portugal ) We did it!!! D7 Visa approved through the DC Consulate! On to Portugal! Want to thank Imigrata staff, especially Alex and Natalia for excellent professional service. They answered our calls and messages super-fast around the clock, including weekends. Had our initial consultations on 11/15/21, got the list of documents to prepare and started the process. Below is some info from our perspective to you help in your D7 visa application journey: 12-month Lease Agreement - start here as this was the most time intensive task. Imigrata helped us with some life hacks here, so we only overpaid for 1 month rental instead of the usual 3 months, as others do. NIF - we had no rush, so did it in about 5 days by power of attorney through Natalia (Imigrata). Bank Account - 5 days – Natalia and Imigrata staff opened account at Millennium bank — this probably could’ve been done faster, ~3 days but we had some issues with printing and scanning the account opening documents. Needless to say, 5 days was amazingly fast. We shipped the signed documents via DHL on Thursday evening and on Friday (the next day) our account was open! Natalia received the documents Friday, completed her steps, sent the docs to Millennium the same day and the account was opened. Funding Bank Account - Wise - this was easy, fast, and straightforward. Notarization - we went through our bank but UPS also does notarization if you schedule an appointment. Passport Photos - CVS - we used scissors to cut our photos to meet the size requirements, nothing fancy Medical/Travel Insurance - VFS Global site - the prices were competitive, it was easy, fast, and we figured it was best to go with the ‘recommended’ provider of VFS since they are reviewing the application. We received a digital copy of the insurance policy immediately and our insurance cards in the mail within a couple of weeks. FBI Background Check/Fingerprints - Saturday + 5 business days - we completed the online form during the week, be sure to check the “mail me my documents” box in the online form, and then headed to USPS on a Saturday to complete our fingerprinting. There was a wait since others were waiting to complete their passport applications but we didn’t need an appointment for fingerprinting. Overall it took about an hour to get our fingerprints done. We received our digital results within an hour and we received the sealed envelopes on Friday (5 business days after fingerprinting) Personal Statement - Imigrata helped outline it, and we kept this to one page and kept it simple. We mentioned why we want to be in Portugal, our general finances and means of subsistence, our contacts in Portugal, our flight itinerary, and accommodation information. All in all, it wasn't very difficult, but only because we had Imigrata staff standing by to answer our sometimes stupid questions on a whim. Although the process seems to be pretty straightforward, there are plenty of nuances that require professional help all the time. We can recommend Imigrata wholeheartedly.

Excellent experience, I recommend them Imigrata was recommended to me by friends. We were moving to Spain, so our managers were Polina and Anatoly. All the necessary documents were collected on time, everything was checked, the necessary appointments in the organisation were made. The guys work very politely, very attentive, I don't have any complaints! I highly recommend them!

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