Last updated 16 October 2026, 00:00 (UTC+0)
Temporary work and research visas to Portugal for British citizens
Work visa, Investigation visa, Employment visa
Travel purpose:
Work
, long stay
, other
Temporary work and research visas — what you need to know
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
Fees
€90 (~$102)
Which temporary work and research visas is best suited for you?
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 (~$102)
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 (~$102)
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 (~$102)
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 (~$102)
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 (~$102)
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 (~$102)
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 (~$102)