EU Blue Card for Highly Qualified Employees in Portugal
Since 1992, Feod Group has been providing professional assistance at all stages of obtaining a work permit for highly qualified employees. The company includes Portuguese lawyers. Offices in Europe, the USA, and Ukraine.
The EU Blue Card is a residence permit that allows its holder to live and engage in highly qualified professional or labor activities in Portugal.
Benefits of the EU Blue Card:
Freedom of movement within the EU
No time restrictions for staying in other EU countries
Legal employment in Portugal
Easily renewable residence permit—only proof of employment with a Portuguese company is required
Family members of the applicant (spouse and children under 18) can also obtain a residence permit in Portugal
Eligibility for permanent residence after 5 years of living in Portugal, followed by the possibility of Portuguese citizenship
Requirements:
Proof of official employment with a Portuguese company
Relevant diplomas, qualifications, or academic degrees
Declared salary must meet or exceed the average economic level for the given professional sector in Portugal
No criminal record in the country of citizenship
Health insurance valid in Portugal
Stages of Obtaining a Residence Permit in Portugal for Highly Qualified Workers:
Collecting documents to confirm employment with a company
Opening a Type D national visa in the country of citizenship
Submitting the complete application package in Portugal
Receiving residence cards in Portugal
Documents for Obtaining an EU Blue Card
Two recent color photographs on a white background
Passport or any other valid travel document
Proof of sufficient financial means to reside in Portugal
Proof that the applicant has adequate accommodation in Portugal
Criminal record certificate from the country of citizenship
Extract from the official register confirming the issuance of an EU Blue Card by the country of origin or an EU member state that previously granted the Blue Card
Employment contract for a highly qualified position with a duration of at least one year and an annual salary at least 1.5 times the national average wage in Portugal
Health insurance or proof of coverage by the Portuguese National Health Service
For regulated professions: Documents proving the applicant’s higher professional qualifications in the specific field mentioned in the employment contract or required job offer
For non-regulated professions: Documents verifying professional certification as specified in the employment contract
⚠️ Note: This is not a final list of required documents. Additional documents may be requested. A personalized document checklist will be provided after a full assessment by a specialist.
We will provide you with a customized list of required documents tailored to your case.
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Why Clients Choose Feod Group
Feod Group is an international group of companies providing a wide range of legal and business services worldwide and operating in Ukraine since 1992.
Offices in Ukraine and Europe ensure fast document processing and maximum client convenience
We provide comprehensive relocation and adaptation services in Portugal, including family relocation assistance, school enrollment for children, and more
Feod Group Services
Feod Group offers a full range of services at all stages of obtaining a residence permit in Portugal:
Consultations and detailed information on the conditions and requirements for obtaining a residence permit in Portugal
Thorough applicant screening to ensure compliance with the requirements for the EU Blue Card in Portugal
Legal assistance in submitting residence permit applications for both the main applicant and their family members, provided by accredited immigration lawyers
Communication with government authorities on behalf of the applicant while the application is under review
Residence status renewal in Portugal
Comprehensive business services, including business structuring, company registration, corporate and tax planning, and assistance with opening a bank account in Portugal
Iryna Luhina joined Feod Group in 2018 and has established herself as a highly qualified professional. Her expertise includes company registration, bank account opening, and immigration support. ...
Iryna Luhina joined Feod Group in 2018 and has established herself as a highly qualified professional. Her expertise includes company registration, bank account opening, and immigration support.
