Specialist Categories
- Engineers and Scientists;
- IT Specialists;
- Medical Professionals;
- Lawyers and Legal Experts;
- Top Managers of Large Companies.
Who is Eligible for Highly Qualified Visa?
Requirements for Specialists
- Higher education or 5-6 years of professional experience;
- Work in field matching qualifications;
- Employment offer in Portugal or existing contract.
Main Requirements
Education or Work Experience
- Higher education diploma with apostille;
- If no education — proof of at least 5 years work experience.
Employment Contract
- Contract with Portuguese company for 12+ months;
- In some cases, a guarantee letter from employer is acceptable.
Minimum Income
Salary must be at least 1.5 times higher than Portuguese median from 1,800 EUR.
Required Documents
- Criminal record certificate;
- Health insurance;
- Proof of accommodation (rental agreement or employer confirmation).
Advantages
Legal Residence and Work
Visa provides right for long-term stay and employment in country, plus access to public services including healthcare and education.
Family Relocation Opportunity
Applicant's family members can obtain accompanying status, simplifying joint relocation and adaptation in new country.
Path to EU Citizenship
After 5 years of residence with permit, can apply for Portuguese citizenship, opening access to all benefits of living in European Union.
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