Portugal π΅πΉ
D3: for highly qualified professionals
for compliance with laws and cases π΅πΉ

~β¬600
NIF, apostilles, notaries
1-3 months
preparation and obtaining

We will select an expert and a lawyer for your case and situation
Forms, references, letters, contracts
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To check if I meet the D3 criteria
You have a graduate degree or 5+ years of work experience and you can prove it with contracts and/or a diploma. You have a one-year contract with a Portuguese company.
In the first place
~200β¬
apostilles, translations, certification
~30-60 days
from the date of application
Next steps
Contract and company invitation
You have to find a Portuguese company that signs a year contract with you as with a private entrepreneur or an individual employee with a minimal salary of β¬1800 per month (minus ~β¬650 for taxes).
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if you already have an offer
1-4 weeks
to find a company
Proof of qualification
Graduate degree, certificates from courses, professional or executive education. Not necessary if you have 5+ years of experience (but preferred)
~100β¬
for certification and translation
~2-6 weeks
for certification and translation
Proof of Experience
Applicable if you do not have a degree for your position in the company. Contracts from clients or employers, references, resumes for the last five years, etc.
~100β¬
for certification and translation
a few weeks
for certification and translation
Annual accommodation contract
You can get it remotely with online services or find an apartment with a realtor.
~β¬1300
cost of living
~2-3 weeks
on search and contract
Application to SEF or Consulate
You can first apply at the consulate in your country for a D3 visa. Or you can come to Portugal and immediately apply for a residence permit. Then you will get the card in ~ 1-2 months.
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You can do it on your own
~30 days
If applying from Portugal