🇵🇹 Main Categories of Work Permit Visas in Portugal
1. Subordinate Worker Visa (D1 Visa)
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For those with a job contract with a Portuguese employer.
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Also known as the Employment-based Residence Visa.
Requirements:
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Valid job offer or signed employment contract
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Declaration by the Portuguese employer to SEF (Immigration office)
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Proof of accommodation in Portugal
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Police clearance certificate from Bangladesh
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Proof of qualifications (if required by the job)
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Passport (valid for at least 3–6 months)
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2 passport-sized photos
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Travel insurance
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SEF appointment confirmation
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NIF (Tax Number) and Social Security Number (can be arranged by employer)
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Motivation letter (explaining why you're moving to Portugal)
2. Highly Qualified Activity Visa (D3 Visa)
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For professionals like engineers, doctors, IT specialists, researchers with high-level skills and a good salary offer (at least 1.5× Portugal’s national average).
Requirements:
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Job offer or contract from a Portuguese company
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Degree or professional qualification proof
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Recognition of degree in Portugal (if needed)
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Updated CV
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Proof of high salary (above €1,600+)
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Motivation letter
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Police clearance
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Passport, photos, accommodation, insurance
3. Tech Visa (Startup/IT Sector)
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For skilled workers in technology or innovation companies certified under Portugal’s Tech Visa Program.
Requirements:
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Contract with a certified company under Tech Visa
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Proof of accommodation
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Qualifications in tech or related field
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Police clearance certificate
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Travel insurance
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Passport, motivation letter
4. Independent Worker Visa / Freelancer Visa (D2 Visa)
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For freelancers, self-employed individuals, or entrepreneurs starting a business in Portugal.
Requirements:
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Business plan (if opening a company)
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Proof of freelance work (contracts or client letters)
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Portuguese tax number (NIF)
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Proof of financial capacity
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Bank statement (minimum €5,000–€7,000 suggested)
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Accommodation proof
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Criminal record certificate
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Valid passport, insurance
5. Seasonal Work Visa
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For short-term jobs (in agriculture, hospitality, etc.) for up to 9 months.
Requirements:
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Seasonal job offer from a Portuguese employer
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Contract or work agreement
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Proof of accommodation arranged by employer
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Health insurance
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Criminal background check
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Passport, visa form, photos
6. Job Seeker Visa
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Allows you to enter Portugal and search for a job for up to 120 days (extendable to 60 more days).
Requirements:
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Proof of financial means (~€3,000+)
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NIF and Portuguese bank account
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Health insurance
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Criminal record certificate
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CV, academic qualifications
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Motivation letter
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Travel itinerary
7. EU Blue Card (Highly Skilled Professionals)
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For non-EU nationals with a high salary job offer and a university degree.
Requirements:
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Work contract with salary 1.5× national average
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University degree
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Employment in a skilled occupation
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Police clearance
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Health insurance
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Valid passport
📄 Common Documents Required (for All Categories):
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Valid Passport (6+ months)
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Portugal Visa Application Form
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Passport-size photos (as per Schengen standard)
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Employment contract/job offer letter
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Proof of accommodation (invitation letter, rental agreement, hotel booking)
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Police Clearance Certificate from Bangladesh
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Educational/Professional Certificates
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Motivation Letter
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Proof of financial means (bank statement)
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NIF (Portuguese Tax Number) – employer can help
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Health/Travel Insurance
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Flight reservation (optional at first stage)
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SEF appointment (for residence permit post-arrival)
📍 Where to Apply in Bangladesh?
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Portuguese Embassy in New Delhi, India handles most visa applications from Bangladesh.
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Alternatively, check with VFS Global (if available) or authorized agents for Portugal visa processing.