Portugal Work Visa: Guide for Lisbon
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🛂 Types of Work Visas in Portugal
- D1 Work Visa: For employees with a job offer from a Portuguese employer.
- D2 Entrepreneur Visa: For freelancers, business owners, and independent professionals.
- D3 Highly Qualified Visa: For skilled professionals such as IT, engineering, and medical roles.
- EU Blue Card: For highly qualified non-EU workers with higher salary thresholds.
- Temporary Stay Visa: For short-term contracts or seasonal work (less than 1 year).
📄 Required Documents
- Valid passport (minimum 6 months validity)
- Signed employment contract or job offer in Portugal
- Completed visa application form
- Updated CV and proof of qualifications (degrees, certificates)
- Proof of accommodation in Lisbon
- Proof of financial means
- Health insurance valid in Portugal
- Recent passport-sized photographs
💡 Application Process
- Secure a job offer from a company based in Lisbon or Portugal.
- Employer may need to register the contract with Portuguese authorities (when applicable).
- Apply for a work visa at the Portuguese embassy or consulate in your country.
- Wait for visa approval (typically 30–90 days depending on category).
- Travel to Portugal and apply for a residence permit at AIMA (Portuguese Immigration Office).
- Register your address and obtain your tax number (NIF).
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