Why Portugal?

The services sector dominates the Portuguese economy, with tourism particularly important. Jobs can also be found in the telecommunications industry, as well as in property, aerospace and biotechnology.Lisbon is something of a start-up hub, with IT being one of the country's key growth areas.

Other major industries in Portugal include:

Automobiles

Construction

Electronics

Footwear

Hospitality

Textiles

Tourism

Transportation.



The capital city of Lisbon is home to a number of global companies including:

Google

Mercedes-Benz

Nestlé

Nokia

Samsung

Volkswagen



What is a Portugal Job-Seeker Visa?

The Portugal job seeker visa helps you to stay in Portugal for 3 months and search for a job. Once you get a job in Portugal you will be granted a residence permit.



What are the requirements for a Portugal Job-Seeker Visa?

Complete the application for the Portuguese Public Employment Service

Complete Portugal’s National Visa Application

Pay the governmental fees

Hold a passport that will be valid for 3 months beyond the projected date of return

Provide 2 recent passport-style photos

Show that you can support yourself while living in Portugal

Have adequate health insurance while living in Portugal

Provide police certificates to show no criminal record

Pay the governmental fees

Hold a passport that will be valid for 3 months beyond the projected date of return

Provide 2 recent passport-style photos

Show that you can support yourself while living in Portugal

Have adequate health insurance while living in Portugal

Provide police certificates to show no criminal record



What are the benefits of a Portugal Job-Seeker Visa?

Live in Portugal legally for up to 6 months to seek employment

Search for jobs in Portugal and interview in-person with employers

Once you secure a qualifying job in Portugal, you and your family can apply for a Residence Permit to live and work in Portugal for a limited amount of time

After you legally live and work in Portugal for a total of 5 years and satisfy other criteria, you can apply for permanent residency in Portugal or Portuguese citizenship!



How much funds are needed for a Portugal Job-Seeker Visa?

€705 per month X 3 months = €2,115 (INR 188284.70)



For more information on Portugal Job-Seeker Visa please call +91 9980508815 Immigration IQ