D1 – Subordinate work visa

Employees with a job offer or contract in Portugal.

Figures last checked 2026-10-14. Items marked check could not be fully confirmed on an official page.

Who it's for
Non-EU nationals with an employment contract or promise of contract with a Portuguese employer. [MNE Vistos – Residency visa documents]
Minimum income / savings
Means of subsistence: at least the minimum wage, €920/month (100%), +50% per extra adult, +30% per child. A contract normally covers this. [MNE Vistos – Means of subsistence]
Fees
National (residency) visa fee per MNE fee table; AIMA permit fees extra. Not confirmed on an official page; check the source.check [MNE Vistos – Fees]
Processing time
Consular decision deadlines are published by MNE; real waits vary by consulate.check [MNE Vistos – Deadlines]
Initial permit & renewal
Residency visa: 4 months, 2 entries; then apply to AIMA for a residence permit. Temporary permit then renewals (durations per Lei 23/2007). [MNE Vistos – Type of visa]
Path to PR / citizenship
Permanent residence after 5 years of legal residence; citizenship by naturalisation after 10 years (7 for CPLP/EU nationals) under rules in force since 19 May 2026 [Justiça – new nationality rules from 19 May 2026]
Family members
Family reunification generally after 2 years of valid residence (Lei 61/2025), with exceptions (e.g. minor children). [Lei 61/2025 (Diário da República)]
Tax notes (IFICI / NHR 2.0)
May qualify for IFICI ("NHR 2.0"): 20% flat IRS on eligible Portuguese-source employment/self-employment income for 10 years, if the activity is eligible [Portal das Finanças – IFICI leaflet]
Where to apply
Portuguese consulate / VFS-BLS-TLS centre in your country, then AIMA in Portugal. [MNE Vistos – Type of visa]

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