How long does a Portuguese long-stay visa take?

Short answer: Consulate processing typically 30-90 days, then AIMA on arrival adds 6-10 weeks for the physical residence card.

Total wall-clock from initial filing to residence card in hand is typically 4-7 months. Consulates vary — Washington DC and London are slower than smaller posts. Track regulatory shifts and consulate-specific delays in News; we surface them as they emerge.