Live and Work in Portugal as a Highly Skilled Non-EU Professional
The EU Blue Card is a special residence permit designed for highly qualified professionals from outside the EU/EEA/Switzerland. It allows individuals to work and live in Portugal while enjoying streamlined benefits, including access to long-term EU residency and the ability to relocate within other EU member states.
At Borderless Lawyers, we provide full legal support for applying, renewing, or transferring your Portugal EU Blue Card, including employer guidance and family reunification services.
✅ What Is the EU Blue Card?
The EU Blue Card is a work and residence permit that offers:
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Legal right to work in highly qualified roles in Portugal
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Fast-track residency with reduced citizenship timelines
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Option to relocate to other EU Blue Card–participating countries after 18 months
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Residency benefits for your spouse and children
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Strong employment protections under EU law
🔍 Who Is Eligible for the Portugal EU Blue Card?
To qualify in 2025, you must:
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Be a non-EU/EEA/Swiss citizen
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Hold a higher education degree (minimum 3 years) or have 5+ years of professional experience
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Have a valid job offer or employment contract from a Portuguese company
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Earn a minimum annual gross salary of at least 1.5x Portugal’s average (~€1,880+/month in 2025)
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Pass a criminal background check
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Provide proof of accommodation and private health insurance (until registered in the public system)
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Obtain a Portuguese NIF and bank account (required for application submission)
📋 EU Blue Card Application Process
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Eligibility & Role Review
We assess your employment contract and qualifications to confirm eligibility. -
NIF & Bank Account Setup
Required to establish financial and legal presence in Portugal. -
Document Collection & Translation
Includes diploma recognition, salary confirmation, and background clearance. -
Submission to AIMA or Consulate
Apply at the Portuguese consulate abroad or directly with AIMA (formerly SEF) in Portugal. -
Residence Permit Issuance
If approved, receive your EU Blue Card valid for up to 2 years, renewable. -
Family Reunification & Mobility
You may sponsor your spouse and children for residency; relocation to other EU countries possible after 18 months.
💡 Key Benefits of the Portugal EU Blue Card
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Work and live legally in Portugal as a highly skilled professional
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Fast-track to permanent residency and citizenship eligibility in 5 years
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Mobility: relocate to another Blue Card country (e.g., Germany, France) after 18 months
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Easier path to EU long-term residence rights
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Bring your family under favorable conditions
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Recognized status across Europe
🧾 Additional Legal Services
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Employment contract compliance review
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Assistance with diploma and credential recognition
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Long-term residency and naturalization planning
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Employer support for hiring international talent under D3 or EU Blue Card
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Family reunification application and documentation
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Assistance with renewing or switching from a D3 to EU Blue Card
🌐 Ready to Apply for the Portugal EU Blue Card?
At Borderless Lawyers, we support skilled professionals and international employers from start to settlement.
✨ What You Can Expect:
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✅ Personalized eligibility review
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📑 Verified documentation and contract preparation
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🛂 Filing with Portuguese consulates or AIMA
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🔄 Long-term relocation, family, and mobility planning
🚀 Start Your Portugal EU Blue Card Application Today
Book a consultation with our highly qualified immigration team.
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