Highly Qualified Activity Visa (D3)
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Highly Qualified Activity Visa (D3)

Skilled Migration PR PathwayThis visa can lead to permanent residency — the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa. Dependents Allowed

At a Glance

Processing Time

30-90 days

Application Fee

110 EUR

Stay Duration

2 years

Renewable

Varies

Job Offer

Not Required

Dependents

Allowed

PR Pathway

Available

This visa can lead to permanent residency — the right to live and work here indefinitely without renewing your visa.

Remote Work

Not Required

Overview

Residence visa for highly qualified professionals. Requires higher education degree and relevant work experience in specialised sectors.

The D3 visa targets highly qualified professionals in specialized sectors such as management, engineering, science, education, healthcare, and technology. It requires a bachelor's degree minimum and either 5+ years of relevant experience or higher education qualification.

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Requirements

Financial

Minimum Income

19,320 EUR

per year

Personal

Education

Bachelor or higher

Professional

Experience

5+ years

Documentation

Applicant Documents

Valid passport

Valid for duration plus 3 months

Higher education degree

Bachelor or equivalent

Employment contract

Valid for at least 1 year or indefinite

Criminal record certificate

From country of residence

Health insurance

Valid in Portugal

Accommodation proof

Lease or property deed

Professional references

Demonstrating qualifications

Optional

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Advantages

  • Fast-track to residency
  • Family can join as dependents
  • Access to Portuguese healthcare
  • Path to permanent residency

Considerations

  • Requires employer sponsorship
  • Minimum education requirement
  • Salary threshold requirements
  • Work-specific requirements

Application Process

1

Secure employment

Obtain job offer from Portuguese employer

2

Verify salary

Confirm salary meets 1.5x national average requirement

3

Prepare documentation

Gather all required documents and translations

4

Apply at consulate

Submit application at Portuguese consulate

5

Pay fee

EUR 110

6

Await decision

Processing takes 30-90 days

7

Collect visa

Receive passport with visa

Application Forms

National Visa Application Form

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