Natacha Branquinho

Global Immigration Lawyer

Visas

Selecting the right Visa is an essential part of your moving journey - and one of the most time consuming ones. Our experts make sure you select the visa and residency options that best suit your professional background and personal goals. We will support you in contacting all the key institutions and the relevant immigration offices in Portugal.

Who should get a Visa?

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All third-country nationals intending to stay in Portugal for more than 90 days must obtain a long-stay visa. This requirement does not apply to nationals of; an European Union member state, a member state of the European Economic Area or a third country with which the European Community has reached an agreement on the free movement of persons, family members of Portuguese citizens or the aforementioned foreign citizens.

Select a type of visa:

D1 · Work Visa

Who

Aimed at third country immigrant nationals (non-EU/EEA/Swiss) who wish to work in Portugal.

Key Info

It is valid for two entries into the country, allowing the holder to stay in Portugal for a period of four months.
It must be applied for at the Portuguese consulate in the country of origin or in Portugal.*
The applicant must live in Portugal for a period 183 days during the 1st year until residency permit renewal.
Visa exemption for traveling within the Schengen Area.
Family reunification available.
Possibility of applying for permanent residency or citizenship after 5 years.

* If the applicant is staying in Portugal legally (e.g. on a tourist visa), he/she can skip this step and apply there for a residence permit.

Requirements

Employment contract or promissory employment agreement valid for at least one year.
Evidence of sufficient means.
Evidence of adequate accommodation.
An affirmative statement issued by IEFP (Portuguese Employment and Vocational Training Institute).

Estimated Timeline for D1 | Work Visa

Here’s an initial snapshot of how much it would cost and how long it should take to get and maintain residence status through the D1 track.

Services & Fees · D1 | Work Visa

Service

Price

Gov't Fees

Phase 1 - Essentials

Phase 2 - Visa Application

Regular Work Permit

This route is meant for non-highly qualified applicants (e.g. sales or customer support profiles, depending on the specific academic background and role) and applies only to employees (with an employment contract, fixed term or permanent).

Service includes:

- Providing you with a document checklist
- Process analysis
- Assistance in obtaining the residence visa (if it is applied from abroad)
- Assistance in obtaining the necessary official Portuguese documents
- Drafting of the necessary documents
- Drafting and submission of forms
- Appointment scheduling
- Accompanying the applicant to interviews at SEF
- Assistance in obtaining the Residence Permit

The Below Services Are From the End of the Second Year Onwards

Phase 3 - Renewals

Phase 4 - Permanent Residency &/or Citizenship

Service includes:

1st Stage - Detailed analysis by an expert lawyer of the documents the Applicant(s) has already and of what still needs to be procured, including proof of an A2 level of Portuguese and general instructions on documents and procedures, to allow for a viability assessment.

Requests for additional certificates should only be submitted after the assessment, so that no time and money are wasted.

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Essential Services

Obtaining a Portuguese Tax ID Number (NIF)

A Portuguese Tax ID is mandatory for everything you do in the country

€200

€0

Essential Services

Tax Representation (Individuals)

Tax representation is mandatory for all individuals who do not reside in Portugal

€450

€0

Essential Services

Open a Bank Account (Individual in Portugal)

Open a Bank Account in a Portugese Bank

€150

€0

Essential Services

Open a Bank Account (Individual out of Portugal)

Open a Bank Account in a Portugese Bank

€250

€0

Essential services

Obtaining a Portuguese Social Security Number (NISS)

Social Security registration is mandatory upon registration as a freelancer/sole trader.

€250

€0

Visa Services

D1 Visa Application and Representation

Regular Work Permit

€2250

€159

At this point you can move

Once you’ve obtained your Visa you can now move to Portugal under that Visa even whilst you complete the rest of the process toward Citizenship and fully settling in-country.

Renewal Services

Online Residence Permit (First Renewal)

When the legal basis for granting a residence permit does not change, renewals may be done online.

€250

€68

Renewal Services

Online Residence Permit (Second Renewal)

When the legal basis for granting a residence permit does not change, renewals may be done online.

€250

€68

Renewal Services

In-person Residence Permit (First Renewal)

When the legal basis for granting a residence permit changes, renewals must be done in-person.

€800

€68

Renewal Services

In-person Residence Permit (Second Renewal)

When the legal basis for granting a residence permit changes, renewals must be done in-person.

€800

€68

Residency / Citizenship Services

Applying for Permanent Residency

Provided you have legally resided in Portugal for five consecutive years

€1200

€225

Residency / Citizenship Services

Applying for Portuguese Citizenship (1st Stage)

1st Stage - Detailed analysis by an expert lawyer

€500

€0

Residency / Citizenship Services

Applying for Portuguese Citizenship (2nd Stage)

2nd Stage - Portuguese Citizenship Application

€750

€250

Other Services

Consultation With an Immigration Specialist

1 Hour Immigration Consultation

€140

€0

Other Services

Obtaining NHS

Legal residents can register with a local Health Centre and have access to healthcare under the same conditions as nationals.

€250

€0

Other Services

Family Reunification D6 Visa Application (Adult to EU Citizen)

D6 Visa Application

€1000

€21

Other Services

Family Reunification D6 Visa Application (Adult to Non-EU Citizen)

D6 Visa Application

€1000

€159

Other Services

Family Reunification D6 Visa Application (Minor to EU Citizen)

D6 Visa Application

€550

€21

Other Services

Family Reunification D6 Visa Application (Minor to Non-EU Citizen)

D6 Visa Application

€550

€51

Ready to start your moving process?

With your selected services and a tailored moving profile identification we are going to send you a sample proposal with all you need to know to start your moving process.

1- Timelines are estimates and refer to business days.

2- Government fees are reviewed on an annual basis.

3- Our fees are displayed without VAT and do not include costs of Portuguese Authorities in relation to fees, taxes, duties, etc., as well as traveling, translation, communications and other expenses.

*Important: values and time estimates are for illustration purposes only. They will vary significantly according to specific needs of each client

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Born in Poland, lived in the UK and has been living in Portugal for 12 years. A Senior Relocation / Account Manager for over 7 years. Masters in Tourism and Hotel Management. A highly motivated and results oriented professional within relocation / immigration, tourism, customer service and real estate sectors in Portugal. Julia has a proven track record of providing exemplary levels of service to a multinational range of high profile clients and families.