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🇵🇹 Portugal

D1 Work Visa

The D1 visa is for non-EU/EEA citizens with a job offer from a Portuguese employer. Requires signed employment contract with a registered Portuguese company. Employer may need to demonstrate the position couldn't be filled by Portuguese/EU nationals (labour market test via IEFP). Initial 4-month visa allows entry to apply for 2-year residence permit with AIMA. Full work rights and access to social security. Family reunification possible after permit obtained. Path to permanent residency after 5 years.

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Processing Time

3-5 months total process

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Cost

€90 visa + €160 residence permit + €121-254 AIMA fees

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Duration

Initial 4-month visa, then 2-year residence permit

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Work Rights

Full employment rights for specified employer

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Renewability

Renewable for 3-year periods

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Path to Permanent Residence

Yes

Requirements

  • 1Valid employment contract with Portuguese employer
  • 2Employer registration with Portuguese authorities
  • 3Passport valid for at least 6 months
  • 4Clean criminal record
  • 5Health insurance
  • 6Proof of accommodation

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