Temporary stay visa for seasonal work
Who it's for: People with a work contract or job offer for seasonal work with an employer or temporary work company in Portugal.
Information, not immigration advice. This page summarises what the government publishes. Confirm every figure on the official page before you pay or apply.
Last checked 3 Nov 2026
Requirements at a glance
- Job offer needed: Yes
- Main fee: €110
- Family can join: No
- Decision time: 30 days
- Occupation list: Official occupation list
Figures and costs
| Item | Amount | In your currency | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Main fee | €110 | — | vistos.mne.gov.ptOfficial · 3 Nov 2026 |
Figures marked check could not be confirmed on a live official page, or come from a secondary source.
What the official pages say
5 points recorded from official pages. Open a point to see the official wording.
Job offer neededYesOfficial wording
“Work contract or valid work offer for seasonal work purposes”
Main fee€110Official wording
“The fees for processing a national visa application is 110€.”
Family can joinNoOfficial wording
“Family members of a temporary stay for seasonal work visa holder are not eligible for this type of visa.”
Decision time30 daysOfficial wording
“The deadline for deciding on a temporary stay visa application is 30 days.”
Occupation listOfficial occupation list ↗Official wording
“The work activity must be registered in the list of work sectors for which seasonal work is available”
We have not yet recorded: Study place needed; Minimum education; Work experience; Language; Age limit; Money to show; Salary threshold; Can lead to permanent residence. That does not mean there is no rule — confirm on the official page. Official page.
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