Portugal

Visas and relocation: Portugal

Work, study, family, entrepreneurship and residence based on remote income.

Official portal

gov.pt · AIMA

Employment

A residence visa for third-country nationals holding an employment contract, a promise of a contract or other acceptable proof of employment.

Who it is for

Citizenship outside the EU, EEA or Switzerland
A contract, a promise of a contract or acceptable proof of the employer's interest
A qualification for a regulated profession where applicable

5 documents 4 steps

Documents and application steps

D2 — self-employment and entrepreneurship

For independent professionals, founders and entrepreneurs who will carry on a genuine activity or invest in Portugal.

Who it is for

A services contract or offer, an incorporated company or an investment project
Sufficient funds and accommodation
A qualification or membership of a professional body where the profession is regulated

5 documents 4 steps

Documents and application steps

Digital nomad — remote work

For employees and independent professionals working remotely for clients or employers outside Portugal.

Who it is for

Evidenced remote employment or provision of services outside Portugal
Tax residence and average monthly income over the last three months
Income at or above the set multiple of the minimum wage as at the date of application

5 documents 4 steps

Documents and application steps

Study

For secondary and higher education, exchange, an internship or volunteering with a recognised organisation.

Who it is for

Admission to or acceptance on a recognised programme
Evidenced funds and accommodation
Insurance and a police clearance certificate for the applicable category

5 documents 4 steps

Documents and application steps

Family reunification

Spouses, minor children, certain dependent adult children, parents and other relatives provided for may join a resident.

Who it is for

The sponsor's valid residence permit
An evidenced family relationship or de facto union
Accommodation and funds appropriate to the family's size

5 documents 4 steps

Documents and application steps

For your citizenship

What citizens of Russia and Kazakhstan need

The baseline document list is the same for everyone, but the visa regime, legalisation and translations depend on your citizenship. Below are the differences, checked against official sources.

Russia

checked 04.08.2026

A Schengen visa is required; the facilitated regime does not apply

The EU–Russia visa facilitation agreement has been suspended in full since 12 September 2022, so the general Visa Code rules apply: the full document set, the standard fee and ordinary processing times. Book at the consulate of your main destination.

Council Decision (EU) 2022/1500

Prepare at home in advance

Police clearance certificate from the Russian Interior Ministry
Ordered through Gosuslugi or the Interior Ministry; issuance takes up to 30 days. Filing abroad usually requires an apostille and a sworn translation.
Russian Interior Ministry · criminal record certificate
Apostille on official documents
Civil registry certificates, official statements and diplomas are accepted abroad only with an apostille affixed in the issuing country. It goes on the original or a notarised copy, depending on the authority's rules.
Apostille in Russia · Ministry of Justice and the relevant authorities
Sworn translation of documents
Consulates accept translations made by a sworn translator of the destination country or certified in the manner it prescribes. Requirements differ by country — check them before ordering.
EU Visa Code

Multiple-entry visas for Russian citizens are currently issued sparingly: each application is decided by the individual Schengen state. Plan for a single-entry visa and check the consulate's practice before paying any fees.

Kazakhstan

checked 04.08.2026

A Schengen visa is required under the general rules

There is no separate visa facilitation agreement between the EU and Kazakhstan yet: the general Visa Code rules apply. Negotiations are under way, but until an agreement enters into force there are no concessions.

EU Visa Code

Prepare at home in advance

Police clearance certificate from Kazakhstan
Issued through eGov.kz or a public service centre. Filing abroad usually requires an apostille and a translation by a sworn translator of the destination country.
eGov.kz · criminal record information
Apostille on official documents
Civil registry certificates, official statements and diplomas are accepted abroad only with an apostille affixed in the issuing country. It goes on the original or a notarised copy, depending on the authority's rules.
Apostille in Kazakhstan · eGov.kz
Sworn translation of documents
Consulates accept translations made by a sworn translator of the destination country or certified in the manner it prescribes. Requirements differ by country — check them before ordering.
EU Visa Code

Belarus

checked 13.08.2026

A Schengen visa is required; visa facilitation still applies

The EU — Belarus visa facilitation agreement has been in force since 1 July 2020. In November 2021 the Council of the EU partially suspended it: the provisions on documentary evidence, multiple-entry visas and the reduced fee stopped applying to officials of the Belarusian regime. The decision does not affect ordinary citizens, who keep the benefits of the agreement.

Council of the EU · suspension of visa facilitation for officials

Prepare at home in advance

Apostille on official documents
Civil registry certificates, official statements, diplomas and court documents are accepted abroad with an apostille issued in Belarus. The competent authority depends on the type of document — check it before ordering a translation.
Hague Apostille Convention · status table
Sworn translation of documents
Consulates accept translations made by a sworn translator of the destination country or certified in the manner it prescribes. Requirements differ by country — check them before ordering.
EU Visa Code

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