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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?

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
The Below Services Are From the End of the Second Year Onwards
Phase 3 - Renewals
Phase 4 - Permanent Residency &/or Citizenship
Other related services

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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

Team Highlighted Relocation Specialist

Julia Jarzebowska

Senior Account Manager

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.

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Julia Jarzebowska

From Poland | 12 years in Portugal

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Senior Account Manager

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Caroline Pagel

Immigration Manager

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Immigration Specialist

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Relocation Manager

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Julia Jarzebowska

Senior Account Manager

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Natacha Branquinho

Lawyer

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Gustavo Dias

Lawyer

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Caroline Pagel

Immigration Manager

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Dayane Martins

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Immigration Specialist

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Relocation Manager

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