Portugal
Portugal offers several types of visas depending on the duration and purpose of the visit. Portugal is a member of the European Union and the Schengen Area. Here is a summary of the primary visa categories:
Citizens of certain non-EU countries must hold a short-stay visa when travelling to the Schengen area. This visa is required for individuals attending business meetings, conferences, trade fairs, seminars. A Schengen visa is an entry permit for non-EU nationals to make a short, temporary visit of up to 90 days in any 180-day period to a country in the Schengen area.
Temporary stay visa: Designed for work-related activities in Portugal for periods up to one year, accommodating various employment scenarios:
- Seasonal work: For employment in industries with seasonal demand.
- Self-employment/Freelance work: For individuals intending to engage in freelance or self-employed activities.
- Skilled employment: For highly skilled professionals undertaking specific projects or roles.
Work and residence visa and permit: For non-EU nationals who intend to reside and work in Portugal, typically requiring a job offer from a Portuguese employer.
Intra-company transfer: For employees of multinational companies being transferred to a Portuguese branch.
EU blue card: For highly qualified non-EU nationals with a binding job offer in Portugal, offering higher salary thresholds.
Digital nomad visa: For remote workers who wish to live in Portugal while continuing their employment with companies outside of Portugal.
There may be various ways in which citizenship can be obtained depending on the circumstances. Please reach out to Hudson McKenzie for an assessment to determine the best route.
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