Portugal visa guide

D3 Visa Portugal — Highly Qualified Workers Guide

The D3 visa is designed for highly qualified professionals, tech workers and researchers who have secured employment with a Portuguese company.

  • Highly qualified professionals
  • Tech workers & researchers
  • University degree or equivalent
  • Higher salary threshold
  • Employer sponsorship needed
  • Faster processing
  • Family members included
  • Path to residency

Basic requirements

  • University degree or 5+ years relevant experience
  • Job offer from a Portuguese company
  • Salary above Portuguese average (~€1,500+/month)
  • Employer must register with IEFP

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