Entrepreneur Visa (D2 - Independent Work/Business)
Embassy required
- Maximum stay
- 120 days
- Processing time
- 30-90 days
- Validity
- 4 months (must apply for residence permit upon arrival)
- Entry
- Multiple entry
The D2 visa is for non-EU/EEA/Swiss nationals who wish to start or manage a business in Portugal. There is no minimum investment requirement, but the business plan must demonstrate financial viability and economic, social, or cultural impact in Portugal. The visa leads to a 2-year residence permit, renewable for 3-year periods. After 5 years, permanent residency or citizenship may be possible.
Eligibility
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Nationality
All non-EU/EEA/Swiss nationals with a viable business plan or existing business operations in Portugal.
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Financial
Must demonstrate at least EUR 11,040 in savings (12 months of minimum wage). No minimum investment amount, but business plan must show financial viability.
Minimum funds: EUR 11,040
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Criminal record
Must have a clean criminal record.
Documents you need
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Passport
Blank pages required: 2; Validity months: 6
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Photo
Count: 2; Specifications: Recent passport-style photos, 35x45mm, white background
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Bank statement
Minimum balance: EUR 11,040; Months required: 3
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Proof of funds
Accepted forms: Bank statements showing savings, business investment capital proof; Minimum amount: EUR 11,040 (12 months minimum wage)
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Police clearance
Countries required: Country of nationality and countries of residence for more than 1 year; Validity months: 3
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Application form
Use the official application form for this route and complete all required fields.
Form name: National Visa Application Form; Form url: https://vistos.mne.gov.pt/images/formulario_visto_nacional_en.pdf
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Visa fee payment
Accepted methods: Varies by consulate; Amount: EUR 110
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Company registration
Provide company registration evidence for the inviting, sponsoring or employing organisation.
Accepted documents: Business plan with investment declaration detailing type, value, and duration of investment; company registration documents if business already established
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Private health insurance
Coverage territory: Portugal; Minimum coverage: Full medical coverage
How to apply
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Document gathering
Prepare a detailed business plan demonstrating economic, social, and cultural impact. Gather Declaration of Investment, proof of funds, criminal record certificate, health insurance, and all required documents.
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Appointment booking
Book appointment at Portuguese embassy/consulate.
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Document submission
Submit all documents including the business plan, Declaration of Investment, and supporting financial documentation.
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Fee payment
Pay the EUR 110 national visa fee.
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Processing wait
Processing takes 30-90 days depending on the complexity of the business plan assessment.
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Visa collection
Collect passport with D2 visa. Valid for 4 months. Apply for residence permit at AIMA upon arrival.