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D1 Visa to Work in Portugal

International clients

Preparing to Move for Work

Before the application, we check the contract, the terms of the offer and consular requirements. The residence permit is dealt with later through AIMA.

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How we can help

  1. 01Assess the job offer and applicable legal route.
  2. 02Review the employment contract or promise of a contract and the employer's details.
  3. 03Prepare the document list for the competent consulate.
  4. 04Assist with the consular stage and plan the residence stage with AIMA.

Our assistance does not guarantee approval. The decision always rests with the competent authorities.

Indicative

Documents usually required

Confirm the documents, submission rules and fees with the competent consular post before applying.

  • Consular application form, passport and photographs, where required.
  • Travel insurance or applicable health cover.
  • Criminal record certificate and authorisation to consult the Portuguese criminal record, where provided for.
  • Proof of accommodation and means of subsistence.
  • Employment contract or promise of an employment contract.
  • Proof of qualifications where the profession is regulated.
  • Employer details and other employment documents required by the regime.

This list is indicative only; the documents required depend on the individual case and consular post.

D1 Visa to Work in Portugal

How it works

  1. 01

    Offer and requirements

    We confirm the offer and applicable requirements.

  2. 02

    Contract and documents

    We prepare the contract and personal documents.

  3. 03

    Consular application

    We submit the application through the competent consular channel.

  4. 04

    Entry and residence

    Once the visa is issued, entry and the necessary steps with AIMA and other authorities follow.

D1 Visa to Work in Portugal

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a contract before applying for D1?

You must provide a contract, a promise of a contract or other legally accepted evidence for the specific route. An employer's informal intention may not be enough.

Is the D1 visa the residence card?

No: the visa allows entry and an application for residence under the applicable rules. AIMA decides on the residence permit.

Can I change employer afterwards?

The law requires changes to be reported in certain cases. Before changing, check your permit and any duty to notify AIMA.

Initial review

Do you have a job offer in Portugal?

We review the documents before the visa application.

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