Tech Visa (certified companies)

Skilled staff hired by IAPMEI-certified tech companies.

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

Who it's for

Highly qualified workers hired by companies certified under the Tech Visa programme. [IAPMEI – Tech Visa (gov programme)]

Minimum income / savings

Salary/qualification conditions set by the programme. Not confirmed on an official page; check the source.check [IAPMEI – Tech Visa (gov programme)]

Fees

Visa fees per MNE fee table. Not confirmed on an official page; check the source.check [MNE Vistos – Fees]

Processing time

Faster processing is advertised for certified companies; not confirmed.check [IAPMEI – Tech Visa (gov programme)]

Initial permit & renewal

Leads to a residency visa/permit like D3.check [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

Per Lei 61/2025.check [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 [EBF art. 58.º-A (IFICI)]

Where to apply

Employer certification with IAPMEI, then consulate and AIMA. [IAPMEI – Tech Visa (gov programme)]

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