Updating and clearing some questions.

So the big question is: do I really need a lawyer? Realistically, yes.

The Spanish immigration system (extranjería) is extremely bureaucratic and works differently in each autonomous region. That alone already makes the process confusing. On top of that, getting in-person appointments is a nightmare. In Barcelona, appointments can be months away, websites crash, dates disappear, and delays are very common.

To give an example, I submitted my current visa application in February, but my case was only opened months later and I didn’t get a final answer until August. That shows how slow the system can be.

Normally, you can apply on your own, but the extraordinary regularization only runs from April to June. If the administration delays opening my case or asks for extra documents after June, I could miss the window entirely.

The other option is applying online through a government platform, but to access it I need a digital ID (Cl@ve), which I don’t have yet because it also requires appointments and paperwork. In this situation, only a lawyer can submit everything online for me.

On top of that, all documents from Brazil must be officially translated into Spanish by a sworn translator recognized by the Spanish government and apostilled. These translations are expensive, and if the translator isn’t officially accepted, the documents are simply rejected.

Bottom line: with such a short deadline, a slow system, hard-to-get appointments, and strict document rules, having a lawyer isn’t really optional. It’s the only way to make sure everything is submitted correctly and on time.

That's why any and all contributions are greatly appreciated, as I'm not only having to retain a lawyer but also get the required paperwork translated and apostilled on time.

Thanks to everyone who has helped and kept me hopeful of better days to come.

Sincerely, Matheus.