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Portugal Job Seeker Visa
A 120-day visa (extendable once) allowing non-EU nationals to enter Portugal and search for employment.
Job Search Visa120 DaysEU Gateway
Overview
Portugal's Job Seeker Visa allows nationals from outside the EU/EEA/Switzerland to stay in Portugal for 120 days (extendable for another 60 days) to look for work or set up a business. Portugal has become a growing destination for remote workers and entrepreneurs, partly due to its NHR (Non-Habitual Resident) tax regime and affordable cost of living.
✓120 days stay (extendable once to 180 days total)
✓Access to Portugal's job market and recruitment agencies
✓Convertible to work/residence permit upon job offer
✓Gateway to Schengen Area travel
✓NHR tax regime benefits for new residents
✓Strong English proficiency in Lisbon/Porto tech scene
Eligibility Requirements
- ✓Non-EU/EEA/Swiss national
- ✓Proof of qualifications and/or professional experience
- ✓Minimum financial means: approx. €760/month (Portuguese minimum wage)
- ✓Proof of accommodation in Portugal
- ✓Health insurance valid in Portugal
- ✓Clean criminal record from country of origin
Visa Type
🪪 Temporary Stay Visa – Job Seeker (Portugal)
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