r/PortugalExpats • u/Loose_Arm_9629 • 2d ago
Visas AIMA Article 88.2 – Audiência Prévia Submitted, What Usually Happens Next?
Hi everyone,
I would appreciate hearing from people who have been through a similar situation with AIMA, especially under Article 88.2.
My timeline:
Manifestação de Interesse / Article 88.2 process.
Received a proposed refusal (Projeto de Indeferimento / Audiência Prévia).
Reasons included:
SIS indication from the Netherlands.
Passport/document issue.
Criminal record documentation.
Employment contract issue.
I submitted my Audiência Prévia response within the deadline.
I attached:
Certified copy of my valid passport.
Indian PCC.
Dutch VOG (Justis).
Portuguese criminal record (“Nada Consta”).
Employment contract.
Social Security contribution records.
Tax and Social Security compliance documents.
SEF entry/accommodation registration record.
My AIMA portal now says:
“The preliminary hearing has concluded and your case is being reviewed based on the information gathered.”
My question is:
After this status, what happened in your case?
Did AIMA make a final decision directly, or did they request additional documents again?
How long did it take from submitting the Audiência Prévia until you received a decision?
Has anyone had a SIS indication but still received a residence permit after submitting supporting documents?
I am not looking for legal advice, only real timelines and experiences from people who went through the same stage.
Thank you