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Portugal offers various residence visas catering to employment, study, passive income, family reunification, and business investments. These visas permit two entries and a four-month stay, requiring holders to apply for a residence permit upon entry.
Business Initiatives: Entrepreneurs can opt for long-term visas without a specified investment amount but must have accommodation and sufficient funds. The minimum bank balance for a Startup Visa applicant is €5,200.
Employment: The D1 visa is for employees of Portuguese companies, requiring a 12-month work contract and proof of accommodation. The D3 (HQA) visa targets highly qualified professionals in fields like IT, engineering, and medicine, with a minimum salary requirement of €1,441.
Professional Training, Internship, or Volunteer Work: This visa is for those engaged in unpaid internships, volunteer work, or training with Portuguese institutions, requiring an invitation letter, proof of accommodation, and sufficient funds.
Remote Work: The Digital Nomad Visa, valid for two years, is for freelancers and remote workers with a monthly income of at least €3,040 and who rent or own residential property in Portugal.
Study and Research: International students and researchers with offers from Portuguese institutions can apply for a residence visa, needing a letter from the institution, proof of accommodation, and enough funds.
Passive Income: The D7 visa suits foreigners with stable passive income, like pensions or rental payments, exceeding the Portuguese minimum wage (€760 in 2023, rising to €820 in 2024).
Family Reunification: Available to close family members of Portuguese citizens or residents, requiring proof of relationship and evidence of accommodation and sufficient funds for support.
Portugal, the 7th safest country according to the 2023 Global Peace Index, offers its residents access to the National Health Service under the same conditions as citizens.
Prepared on the information from immigrantinvest.com