D3 (Highly Qualified Activities Visa)
The Residence Permit for Highly Qualified Activities in Portugal is an exclusive visa program that aims to attract exceptional talent from outside the European Union (EU). This program presents a remarkable opportunity for highly qualified individuals to establish themselves in Portugal and contribute their expertise to the nation’s thriving economy.
Who is it for
To qualify for this prestigious residence permit, applicants must showcase their outstanding qualifications and expertise in fields such as science, technology, arts, or culture. They must possess a remarkable educational background, extensive professional experience, or significant recognition in their respective domains. Applicants have the flexibility to pursue this permit either individually or by securing an employment contract with a renowned Portuguese company or institution. For individual applications, it is essential to demonstrate sufficient financial means to support oneself and any accompanying family members, ensuring a comfortable and prosperous stay in Portugal. By obtaining the Residence Permit for Highly Qualified Activities, individuals gain the privilege of living and working in Portugal, immersing themselves in a vibrant cultural landscape, and exploring diverse career opportunities. This program offers a clear path to establishing roots and building a successful future in Portugal.
Benefits of the Portuguese highly qualified activity Visa:
- Priority decision time: As per the law, the Visa issuance decision must be made within a maximum period of 30 days.
- Being eligible for the European Union Blue Card.
- Travelling Visa-free in the Schengen Area. Additionally, you can stay in another Schengen Area country for up to 3 months.
- Affordable healthcare.
- Being able to get the Portuguese Citizenship after just 5 years.
Requirements to Obtain the Portuguese Enterpreneur Visa
- One of the following options:
- Employment contract or promise of employment contract or service contract
- Invitation letter issued by an educational or vocational training institution
- Responsibility statement from a company certified according to the terms defined by law
- Invitation letter issued by a company or entity conducting a cultural activity recognized by the government or as defined by law
- Invitation letter issued by a research center
- Earning at least:
- If you are a depedent worker: 1752 euros or 1402 euros in specific situations
- All other situations: 820 euros
- Have a NIF (Portuguese Taxpayer Number)
- Have a NISS (Porutguese Social Security Number)
- To possess a bank account in Portugal and transfer funds to that account.
- Having a long term rental contract
- Having full health insurance
- Having a clean criminal record
Frequently Asked Questions
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How can Portugalize Help?
- We can help with everything! Among many other things, this includes:
- Assist you in gathering all documents and reviewing them
- Certification and translation of documents
- Assistance in scheduling appointments with the embassy and AIMA (Immigration Agency).
- Getting the NIF, NISS and open a bank account
- Complete assistance in finding suitable accommodation and providing legal consultancy services for both buying and renting options
- An extensive range of concierge services to cater to your needs
- Comprenhensive tax planning strategies
- We can help with everything! Among many other things, this includes:
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What defines as a Highly Qualified Activity?
- The European Commission categorizes high-level professional work into two primary sectors: leadership roles and individuals with expertise in intellectual or scientific disciplines. Representative roles in these sectors include:
- Engineering professionals
- Scientific researchers
- Experts in Information Technology
- Physicians and Medical Practitioner
- The European Commission categorizes high-level professional work into two primary sectors: leadership roles and individuals with expertise in intellectual or scientific disciplines. Representative roles in these sectors include:
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What documents are necessary?
- A valid passport
- Two passport-sized photographs
- One of the following:
- Service providing contrat or promissory contract for a highly qualified activity
- Labor Contract or Promissory Labor Contract with the duration of at least 1 year
- If the profession is subject to legal regulation, the candidate must provide evidence of their ability to perform the job
- Proof of accommodation
- One of the following:
- Documentation demonstrating your legal status, if you are not a citizen of the country where you are submitting the visa application
- If the profession is not regulated by law, proof of academic habilitations to perform the job
- Criminal Record Certificate
- Request for Criminal Record Enquiry by the Immigration and Border Services (SEF)
- Proof of valid health coverage
- A cover letter explaining the purpose of your application.
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