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Description

If you are a Third-Country national, and once you have your resident permit you can request the EU Blue Card: 

 

The EU Blue Card is the residence permit that allows the holder to reside and to engage in national territory, a highly skilled activity, under and in accordance with the legislation in force. The request must be made ​​when on national territory, while residence visa is still valid for the purpose.

 
The EU Blue Card is issued, in Portugal, under legislation Law nr. 29/2012 (9th August, PT version only) and Regulatory Decree nr. 2/2013 (18th March, PT version only) 
 
 
  • Application: The EU Blue Card can be requested, by prior appointment, on the spot in any SEF Delegation.   
  • Documentation requirements to apply for the Residence Permit "EU Blue Card"
  • Contacts: 
    • Foreigners and Boarders Service 

      Phone | (+351) 217 115 000 or (+351) 965 903 700

      E-mail | gricrp.cc@sef.pt