Yes, after legally residing in Portugal for a certain period (usually five years), D3 visa holders become eligible to apply for permanent residency or citizenship.

Yes, D3 Tech Visa holders can apply for family reunification, enabling their spouse and dependents to join them in Portugal.

The process is relatively fast compared to other visa types, especially if the company is certified under the Tech Visa program, but it varies based on individual consulate processing times.

Employees must have command of Portuguese, English, Spanish, or French, appropriate to their job duties.

Key documents include the employment contract, proof of employee qualifications, company certification, minimum salary proof, and a Terms of Responsibility issued by the certified company.

Companies certified under the Tech Visa program can hire up to 50% of their workforce through this visa, with an increase to 80% in less populated regions of Portugal.

A minimum employment contract duration of 12 months is required for employees under the D3 Tech Visa. The salary must meet or exceed 2.5 times the IAS (€522.50 as reference).

Eligibility requires a job offer or contract from a Portuguese company, a minimum qualification level (usually ISCED level 6 or specialized experience for level 5), and a salary at least 2.5 times the Portuguese social support index (IAS).

Companies must apply for Tech Visa certification through the IAPMEI portal, demonstrating they operate in innovative tech sectors and have a positive business profile. Certification enables the company to recruit highly qualified non-EU tech workers more easily.

The D3 Tech Visa is a residence visa for highly qualified tech professionals from outside the EU with a valid job offer or contract in Portugal. It facilitates the legal relocation and employment of specialized tech talent.