D1 Work Visa
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D1 Work Visa

Long Stay Residency for Employment

€1,800
2-4 months
Up to 2 years (renewable)
94% success rate
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Overview

The D1 Work Visa is Portugal's standard work visa for non-EU/EEA/Swiss citizens who have secured employment with a Portuguese employer. This visa allows you to live and work legally in Portugal, with a clear path to permanent residency and citizenship.

Key Benefits

Legal right to work in Portugal
Access to Portuguese healthcare system
Free movement within Schengen area
Path to permanent residency (after 5 years)
Path to Portuguese/EU citizenship
Family reunification eligible
Access to social security benefits
Portuguese language courses access
Career growth in EU market

Eligibility Requirements

1
Job offer from a Portuguese employer
2
Employment contract or promise of contract
3
Qualifications matching the job position
4
Clean criminal record
5
Valid passport (6+ months validity)
6
Health insurance coverage
7
Proof of accommodation in Portugal

Salary Requirements

single€820/month minimum (Portuguese minimum wage 2024)
couple€1,230/month for couples
perChild+€246/month per dependent child

Note: Salary must match the position and industry standards

Required Documents

Valid Passport

At least 6 months validity beyond intended stay

Employment Contract

Signed contract or promise of employment from Portuguese employer

Criminal Record

Apostilled certificate from home country (less than 3 months old)

Health Insurance

Valid coverage for Portugal

Proof of Accommodation

Rental contract, hotel booking, or invitation letter

Passport Photos

2 recent passport-sized photographs

Proof of Qualifications

Diplomas or certificates relevant to the job

NIF Number

Portuguese tax ID (we help obtain this)

Application Timeline

1

Job Matching

2-4 weeks

Connect with Portuguese employers and secure job offer

2

Document Preparation

2-3 weeks

Gather, translate, and apostille all required documents

3

NIF Registration

1-2 weeks

Obtain your Portuguese tax identification number

4

Visa Application

1-2 weeks

Submit application at Portuguese consulate

5

Processing

4-8 weeks

Government review and approval

6

Arrival & SEF Registration

1-2 weeks

Register with immigration services and receive residence permit

How Workium Helps You Succeed

Our expert team provides comprehensive support throughout your visa journey, from initial application to successful settlement.

Job matching with Portuguese employers
Employment contract review and guidance
Complete document preparation assistance
NIF number registration
Apostille and translation services
Consulate appointment scheduling
Visa application form completion
Pre-departure orientation
Arrival support and SEF registration
Ongoing integration assistance
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