Portugal Work Visas (D1)

If you already have a Portuguese job offer , the D1 (subordinate work) residence visa  is often the most straightforward route: employment contract (or qualifying offer) → apply via consulate/VFS → enter Portugal on a residence visa valid for 4 months (120 days) with two entries → apply for a residence permit during that window . Important:  Requirements and document ordering can vary by consular post. Always cross-check your local VFS/consulate checklist. The “clean logic” t

Portugal’s D1 visa  is a residence visa for subordinate (employed) work . You typically apply from your country via the Portuguese consulate/VFS , enter Portugal on a visa valid for 4 months (120 days) with two entries , and apply for your residence permit during that validity window . Why the D1 visa matters (and who it’s for) If you already have a job offer from a Portuguese employer, the D1 is often the “cleanest” path: job offer → residence visa → residence permit . Many