Last updated 2026-05-18
Temporary work and research visa to Portugal for Indian citizens
Work visa, Investigation visa, Employment visa
Travel purpose:
Work
, long stay
, other
Visa overview
Issued for hiring work such as employment, seasonal work and highly skilled employment. Requires proof of labour contract. Allows to stay in a working purpose in Portugal for a period of not less than 1 year. The temporary stay visa allows entry to and residence in Portugal for less than 1 year. This visa is valid for the entire duration of the stay and permits multiple entries.
Visa validity period
from 3 months to 1 year
Consular fee
€90 (~$105)
Select the purpose of your visit
The selected purpose of the visit determines the visa's cost, processing times, and the list of required supporting documents. The purpose of the visit is often specified in the application form alongside the visa type or category and may also be indicated directly on the visa itself.
Subordinate seasonal work visa
Eligible individuals
Worker, employee
Visa validity period:
from 3 months to 1 year
Duration of stay:
1 year
Number of entries:
multiple-entry
Consular fee:
€90 (~$105)
Self-employment work visa
Eligible individuals
Freelancer, self-employed person, entrepreneur
Visa validity period:
from 3 months to 1 year
Duration of stay:
1 year
Number of entries:
multiple-entry
Consular fee:
€90 (~$105)
Highly skilled worker visa
Eligible individuals
Manager, IT-specialist, engineer, scientist, doctor
Visa validity period:
from 3 months to 1 year
Duration of stay:
1 year
Number of entries:
multiple-entry
Consular fee:
€90 (~$105)
Professor visa
Eligible individuals
Researcher, scientist, doctor, professor, academic worker
Visa validity period:
from 3 months to 1 year
Duration of stay:
1 year
Number of entries:
multiple-entry
Consular fee:
€90 (~$105)
Amateur sports visa
Eligible individuals
Sportsman, athlete, coach
Visa validity period:
from 3 months to 1 year
Duration of stay:
1 year
Number of entries:
multiple-entry
Consular fee:
€90 (~$105)
Intra-company transfer visa
Eligible individuals
Worker, employee
Visa validity period:
from 3 months to 1 year
Duration of stay:
1 year
Number of entries:
multiple-entry
Consular fee:
€90 (~$105)
Research visa
Eligible individuals
Researcher, scientist, doctor
Visa validity period:
from 3 months to 1 year
Duration of stay:
1 year
Number of entries:
multiple-entry
Consular fee:
€90 (~$105)