The D1 visa is intended for citizens of countries outside the EU/EEA/Switzerland who wish to work in Portugal under an employment contract valid for more than 9 months. This visa allows entry into the country to perform duties for a contracting company.
Who can apply?
Foreign citizens who have a valid employment contract for more than 9 months with a company in Portugal and who will be working as employees of the contracting company.
Where and when to apply?
The application must be made at Portuguese consular posts or at the VFS office with jurisdiction in the applicant's country of residence.
Required documentation:
Documentation provided by the company:
- Employment contract signed by both parties.
- A letter explaining the need for hiring the applicant and the reasons that make them indispensable for the position.
- Opinion issued by the IEFP (Institute of Employment and Vocational Training) regarding the employment contract.
Employee documentation:
- Completed visa application form;
- Passport valid for more than three months after the expected return date;
- Two recent passport-sized photographs;
- Valid travel insurance that covers medical expenses, including emergency care and repatriation;
- Criminal record certificate from the country of origin or where you have resided for more than one year;
- Application for consultation of the Portuguese criminal record by AIMA;
- Proof of accommodation conditions;
- Proof of means of subsistence.
- Proof of qualification to practice the profession, when it is regulated in Portugal (if applicable).
Means of subsistence:
- Proof of means of subsistence can be provided with an employment contract or promise of employment. A statement of responsibility from the hiring company may also be presented.
Investment:
- Residence visa: €90* (euros).
*Processing fees in local currency will depend on the euro exchange rate.
Processing time is approximately 60 days.
The procedure involves two stages of document submission to complete the visa process: the first is carried out by the Consulate (or VFS) and the second by AIMA.
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