Getting a visa to live and work in Portugal is an outwardly simple process, but can quickly become a confusing and painfully difficult task. If you’d like to tackle it on your own, go ahead. Hopefully this overview below will help get you started. If you’d like us to help you with everything, please get in touch.

Portuguese national visa

Portuguese National Visa: This is a type of visa that allows foreigners to stay in Portugal for more than 90 days, for purposes such as work, study, research, family reunification, or investment.

The different types of Visas for Portugal

Types of Portuguese National Visa: There are different types of Portuguese National Visa, depending on the purpose and duration of the stay. Some of the most common ones are:

D1 Visa

For employed work.

D2 Visa

For self-employed work or entrepreneurship.

D3 Visa

For highly qualified work.

D4 Visa

For study, internship, or voluntary work.

D5 Visa

For research, teaching, or cultural activities.

D6 Visa

For family reunification.

D7 Visa

For passive income or retirement.

D8 Visa

For digital nomads

Requirements for Portuguese National Visa

The general requirements for applying for a Portuguese National Visa are:

• • Valid passport with at least two blank pages and valid for at least three months after the intended departure date from Portugal.

• • Two recent passport-sized photos.

• • Application form filled and signed.

• • Proof of purpose of the stay, such as employment contract, enrolment letter, invitation letter, etc.

• • Proof of means of subsistence in Portugal, such as bank statements, income tax returns, pension statements, etc.

• • Proof of accommodation in Portugal, such as rental contract, hotel reservation, letter of invitation, etc.

• • Travel health insurance covering at least 30,000 EUR for medical expenses and repatriation.

• • Criminal record certificate from the country of residence.

Payment of visa fee.

Application Process for Portuguese National Visa: The steps to apply for a Portuguese National Visa are:

• • Gather the required documents according to the type and purpose of the visa.

• • Book an appointment at the nearest Portuguese embassy or consulate.

• • Submit the application in person and pay the visa fee.

• • Wait for the decision which can take up to 60 days.

• • Collect the visa from the embassy or consulate or have it mailed to you.

• • Enter Portugal within the validity period of the visa.

• • Apply for a residence permit within four months of arrival in Portugal.

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