Portugal

Portugal employed-worker residence permit

Policy overviewReviewed 2026-09-03

For people holding a valid residence visa for employed work who can evidence an employment relationship in Portugal.

Core requirements

Residence visaRequired

A valid Portuguese residence visa for employed work is required.

Job offerRequired

The employer must attest to the employment relationship and the required evidence must be supplied.

General requirementsRequired

Applicable general conditions concerning passport, address, tax, social security and public order must also be met.

Official sources

Residence permit for employed professional activity with residence visa — Article 88(1)Portugal Agency for Integration, Migration and Asylum (AIMA) · Reviewed 2026-09-03

General educational information only, not personalized immigration or legal advice. Requirements can change; confirm them with the responsible government authority before acting. Next scheduled review: 2026-12-03.