Portugal Immigration Services for Business
Mobility solutions for employers, investors and corporate groups.
Support for every stage of your Portugal operation
Employer & work permits
Work visas, residence permits for employment and highly qualified activity.
Intra-company transfers
Secondments and relocation of key personnel into Portuguese entities.
Entrepreneur & startup routes
Startup visa, D2 entrepreneur and independent activity residence.
Investment residence
Golden-visa-style routes and corporate investment structures.
Compliance & audits
Right-to-work checks, sponsor duties and workforce reviews.
Tax & relocation partners
Coordination with tax, payroll and relocation advisers.
A dedicated corporate team
Each business client receives a named relationship lead and a case team that understands your sector, headcount plans and budgets.
- Bulk and phased applications
- Bespoke reporting dashboards
- Policy and framework design
Build in Portugal with confidence
Talk to our corporate team about sponsorship, transfers and workforce planning.
Contact the business teamMain business routes at a glance
| Route | Best suited to | Core requirement |
|---|---|---|
| Employee residence visa (D1) | Employees with a Portuguese job contract | Job offer or contract with a Portuguese employer |
| Highly qualified activity (D3) | Skilled specialists, researchers and academics | Qualifying role and salary or qualification evidence |
| Entrepreneur / independent (D2) | Founders and self-employed professionals | Business plan, funds and proof of commercial activity |
| Intra-company transfer | Staff seconded to a Portuguese entity | Evidence of group relationship and assignment |
| Investment routes | Investors and fund participants | Qualifying investment and clean background checks |
This page is general information, not legal advice. Immigration rules, fees and processing times change frequently; we confirm the position that applies to your circumstances at consultation.
How we run a corporate engagement
Scope
We map headcount, locations and timelines.
Prepare
Document checklists and employer filings are drafted and reviewed.
Submit
We file with the relevant authorities including AIMA and consulates.
Support
Arrival, renewals and compliance monitoring.
Business FAQs
Which authority handles residence permits in Portugal?
Residence matters are handled by AIMA (Agência para a Integração, Migrações e Asilo), which took over from SEF in 2023. Visas are issued by Portuguese consulates abroad.
Can an employee bring their family?
Family members can generally apply for family reunification once the principal holds a residence permit, subject to accommodation and income evidence.
Do you handle compliance reviews?
Yes. We audit right-to-work records, contract documentation and renewal calendars for employers.
Can you coordinate tax and payroll?
We work with tax, payroll and relocation partners so that immigration, employment and tax steps are sequenced correctly.