Frequently Asked Questions

The D4 visa is a long-term residence visa for non-EU/EEA nationals wishing to study, undertake an internship, or volunteer in Portugal for more than a year. Applicable to higher education, exchange programmes, and vocational courses, it grants the right to live and work part-time in the country, whilst also offering a pathway to permanent residency.

What relocation services are included?

Depending on the selected package, services may include:

• Visa assistance
• Residence permit support
• NIF
• NISS
• Bank account
• Accommodation
• Airport pickup
• Health registration
• Local orientation
• Portuguese course

We support recruitment across multiple sectors, including:

• Hospitality
• Tourism
• Healthcare/Caregiven
• Manufacturing
• Logistics
• Retail
• Agriculture

Depending on the candidate's nationality, visa requirements and document readiness, the process typically takes between 4 and 12 weeks. Our platform tracks every stage and provides real-time updates.

The D4 is the residence visa for study, professional internships or volunteering. It is the usual visa for attending higher education in Portugal.

The D1 is the residence visa for subordinate (employed) work in Portugal. It is for people who hold an employment contract — or a promise of contract — with a Portuguese employer.

The D1 visa is a Portuguese residence visa for employed workers. It allows non-EU/EEA nationals with a valid job offer or signed employment contract from a Portuguese company to legally relocate, live, and work in Portugal.

Yes. We have several candidates already residing in Portugal or who can be recruited internationally, depending on your hiring needs.

An acceptance/enrolment letter from a higher-education institution, a valid passport, a criminal record certificate, proof of means of subsistence, accommodation and health insurance. See the full checklist in your document area.

A work contract or promise (at least 12 months, with pay at or above the national minimum wage), a valid passport, a criminal record certificate, proof of means of subsistence, insurance and accommodation. See the full checklist in your document area.

Yes. We continue supporting workers during their integration period, helping them adapt to life and work in Portugal.

Depending on the country and position, we verify:

• Valid Passport
• CV
• Criminal record
• Travel Insurance
• Flight Tickets
• Minimum funds required to support yourself in the first week

We help with everything else.

Yes — proof of acceptance, or that you meet the admission conditions, is the essential document for the D4 visa.

On average 60 to 90 business days after submission. Since 2025 AIMA only accepts complete files, so gathering every document up front speeds things up.

Yes. The platform supports both individual recruitment and large-scale hiring campaigns.

Yes. Students with a D4 residence permit may carry out professional activity within the legal limits.

No. SEF was dissolved. AIMA (Agency for Integration, Migration and Asylum) is now responsible for the residence permit after you arrive in Portugal.

Yes, the study residence permit is renewable for as long as the course lasts.

Yes. The contract must guarantee pay equal to or above the national minimum wage in force.

Health insurance is required, unless you are covered by the SNS by attending an officially recognised institution.

Yes, through family reunification, once you hold your residence permit.