D3 Visa
The D3 is Portugal’s residence visa for highly qualified professionals with a qualifying job offer or service agreement — a fast track for specialists, executives, engineers and researchers moving to Portugal.
Visa Type
D3 Highly Qualified
Who can apply
Skilled professionals
Eligibility
Non-EU / EEA
Packages from
€1,595
D3 vs. EU Blue Card
Portugal offers two routes for highly qualified workers: the national D3 visa and the EU Blue Card. They have different salary thresholds and benefits — we assess which one fits your role and goals on your free consultation.
Who This Visa Is For
Built for in-demand professionals
The D3 is for non-EU nationals taking up a highly qualified role in Portugal — typically requiring specialist skills or higher qualifications.
Tech & Engineering
Software engineers, data and product specialists, and technical leads joining a Portuguese employer or transferring within a company.
Researchers & Academics
Scientists, researchers and academics with a contract at a Portuguese institution or company in a highly qualified activity.
Executives & Specialists
Managers, consultants and specialists with the qualifications or proven experience their role requires.
What You Need
What the D3 Visa requires
The D3 is evidence-led — the core is a genuine, qualifying highly qualified role.
Employment contract or offer
A signed contract, promise of contract, or service-provision agreement for a highly qualified activity in Portugal.
Proof of qualifications
Higher-education diploma or evidence of the specialist skills and experience the role requires.
Adequate remuneration
Salary that meets the threshold for a highly qualified role. We confirm the current figure for your case.
Valid passport & NIF
A passport valid beyond your intended stay, plus a Portuguese tax number (NIF) — which we can obtain for you.
Proof of accommodation
A rental contract, deed, or hosting declaration confirming where you’ll live in Portugal.
Clean criminal record
A criminal record certificate from your country of residence, legalised and translated.
Pricing
Choose the right level of support
No hidden fees. No surprises. Every package includes your NIF and bank account setup, with a 50% discount for the second person and a 70% discount for dependants.
★ Most Popular
Complete Visa Assistance Plus
€2810
Everything in the Complete Package, with three powerful additions
- Everything in the Complete Visa Package
- Consultation with Tax Lawyer
- Property Finder
- File and Accompany you for your AIMA Appointment
🗣️ Free Portuguese lessons to A2 included
Complete Visa Assistance
€1595
Your full Portugal move, start to finish — one package.
- Determine the most suitable visa for you
- NIF & Bank account assistance included
- Document checking and guidance before submission
- Unlimited email support for all your inquiries
- Video consultations with immigration lawyer
- A1/A2 Portuguese Language Course included
🗣️ Free Portuguese lessons to A2 included
Client Stories
Real people. Real results.
FAQ
Questions about our D3 Visa
Yes — the D3 is built around a qualifying highly qualified role, so you need an employment contract, promise of contract, or service-provision agreement with a Portuguese entity before you apply.
Broadly, a role that requires specialist technical skills or higher qualifications — common examples are technology, engineering, research, healthcare and senior management. We assess your specific role on the consultation.
Both serve highly qualified workers but have different salary thresholds and EU-mobility benefits. We compare them for your role and recommend the stronger route.
Yes. Your spouse, children, and dependent relatives can be included through family reunification, usually at a reduced add-on rate.
Document preparation typically takes a few weeks; the consulate stage and the residence permit with AIMA vary by case. We manage the full timeline for you.
Ready to Start?
Move to Portugal as a highly qualified professional
Book a free 15-minute consultation and we’ll confirm whether the D3 (or the EU Blue Card) is right for your role and map your exact pathway.
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