Portugal

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Portugal is situated at the south-west point of Europe and also includes the Madeira and Azores archipelagos in the Atlantic Ocean. Mainland Portugal occupies an area of 88,889 km2. It is 218 km wide and 561 km long. It has 832 km of Atlantic coast and a 1,215 km border with Spain.

The Azores are situated in the Atlantic Ocean between Europe and North America. They have an area of 2,355 km2 and consist of nine islands – São Miguel and Santa Maria in the Eastern Group, Terceira, Graciosa, São Jorge, Pico and Faial in the Central Group and Flores and Corvo in the Western Group. It takes about two hours to get from the Azores to mainland Portugal by plane.

The Madeira Archipelago has an area of 741 km2 and lies in the Atlantic Ocean about 500 km from the African coast and 1,000 km from the European continent (1½ hours flying time from Lisbon). It consists of the islands of Madeira and Porto Santo and the uninhabited Desertas and Selvagens islands, which are nature reserves.With its mild climate, 3000 hours of sunshine per year and 850 kms of splendid beaches bathed by the Atlantic Ocean, Portugal is the perfect holiday destination all year round.

This is a country that has the oldest borders in Europe, with an exceptional range of different landscapes just a short distance away, lots of leisure activities and a unique cultural heritage, where tradition and modernity blend together in perfect harmony. Its superb cuisine, fine wines and hospitable people make this a tourist paradise of the highest quality.

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Situated in the extreme south-west of Europe, just a few hours from any of the other European capitals, Portugal attracts visitors from all over the world. Come and discover the charms of this country too.

RESIDENCY & VISA PROGRAM IN PORTUGAL

Living with a residence visas

The Portuguese residence can be obtained as a Schengen National ‘Long-stay’ visa (type D) granted to individuals who will be working, studying or permanently residing in a Schengen area country for a set time. Regardless of whether you are applying for a short-stay or long-stay visa, you will need to fill in a Portuguese visa application form and submit it to the Portuguese embassy or consulate in your home country.

This can be issued as a multi-entry visa that allows travel to other Schengen countries, provided the holder meets certain criteria. The Working (Employment) Schengen Visa is the most common type of long-stay visa.

Portuguese residence visa

This is a Portuguese visa for a four-month period in order to request a residence permit after arrival. This can be granted for any of the following reasons:

Employed work – D1VISA
self-employment or entrepreneurial activities – D2 VISA
scientific research or teaching – D3 VISA
study, student exchange, internship or voluntary service – D4 VISA
higher education mobility programs (for students already residing in Portugal who want to further their studies) D5 VISA
family reunification – D6 VISA
pensioners and people with income. D7 VISA
Golden Visa Portugal for investors – D9 VISA

Portuguese visa application

Regardless of whether you are applying for a short-stay or long-stay visa, you will need to fill in a Portuguese visa application form and submit it to the Portuguese embassy or consulate in your home country.

You will also need to provide the following documentation along with your Portuguese visa application:

Two passport photos
Your passport and copies of your previous visas
A copy of your return ticket reservation
Travel insurance to cover you for the Schengen area during the visa period
Cover letter stating the purpose you want to live in Portugal
Itinerary regarding Flight dates and times
Proof of Accommodation
Proof of sufficient funds
Proof of civil status (married, children, etc.)
Proof of economic status (employed, self-employed, student, retired, etc.)

You may also be asked to present additional documentation related to the nature of your visa. For example, if you are applying for a tourist visa you may need a copy of your schedule and proof of departure, while a self employed visa ‘D2’ will require proof that you applied fro tax number NIF, opened a bank account, transferred funds to your Portuguese bank account, established a company and etc.

If you apply for a business visa you will probably need a letter from your employer, or if you are self-employed a letter from your solicitor, accountant, bank manager, or a local chamber of commerce. You may also need references.

Portuguese visa processing time varies depending on the purpose of your visit. It can take anywhere from two weeks up to two to three months, so it is advisable to start the Portuguese visa application process with time.

If you obtain any type of Portuguese residence visa, you are required to apply for a residence permit within 4 months upon entering Portugal.

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About Portugal

CLIMATE: Mainland Portugal
The climate in Portugal varies considerably from one region to another and is influenced by the relief, latitude and proximity to the sea, which offers mild winters, especially in the Algarve.In the Porto e Norte area and Centro region, particularly inland, nearer Spain, the winters are colder, although the temperatures are still mild when compared to the rest of Europe. There is some snowfall. It occurs most in the Serra da Estrela mountains, where we find the highest point in mainland Portugal (1,991 m) and where it is sometimes possible to ski.The summers are hot and dry, especially in the inland areas (Trás-os-Montes in north-eastern Portugal and Alentejo). Temperatures are slightly lower in the coastal areas, because of the influence of the sea. There are often warm, sunny days in autumn. Nice weather at the beginning of November is often called “St. Martin’s Summer” as this saint’s day is on 11 November.

Azores: The climate in the Azores is influenced by the islands’ latitude and by the Gulf Stream, and temperatures are mild there all year round. The same factors also influence the sea temperature, which is very pleasant both in winter and summer and ideal for nautical sports all year round.

Madeira: he subtropical characteristics of the weather in the Madeira Archipelago can be explained by its geographical position and mountainous relief. The climate in Madeira is exceptionally mild, with average temperatures varying between 24 ºC in summer and 19 ºC in winter.The sea temperature is also very pleasant all year round, thanks to the influence of the warm Gulf Stream. It varies between 18 ºC in winter and 22 ºC in summer.

POPULATION: Portugal has a population of about 10 million.
The population density is at its greatest in Lisbon, the capital and its suburbs, where about 1.9 million people live. The second largest city in Portugal is Oporto in the north.
Generally speaking, there are more people living in the country’s coastal regions than in the inland areas.

RELIGION: The majority of Portuguese are Catholics, but the Portuguese Constitution guarantees religious freedom and there are a number of different religions in Portugal.

LANGUAGE: From a Latin root, Portuguese is spoken by about 250 million people in every continent, and is the 5th most spoken language in the world and the 3rd, if we only consider the European languages.The Portuguese-speaking countries are scattered all over the world. Portuguese is spoken in Africa (Angola, Cape Verde, Guinea-Bissau, Mozambique and São Tomé e Príncipe), in South America (Brazil) and in Asia, (East Timor, the youngest nation in the world), and it is also the official language in Macao Special Administrative Region of China.

In Portugal there are lots of people who are able to communicate in English, French and Spanish.

Schengen Visa in Portugal

ENTRY IN PORTUGAL

FOR THE ENTRY INTO PORTUGUESE TERRITORY, FOREIGN NATIONALS NEED TO COMPLY WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:

Holder of a travel document valid for more than at least three months of the duration of the required stay.
Holder of a visa valid and adequate for the purpose of the stay. This visa shall be required always in a diplomatic mission or Portuguese consular post abroad.
Having sufficient means of subsistence for the duration of the stay.
Not being registered in the SEF Integrated Information System nor in the Schengen Information System.

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