Youth mobility (work and holiday)
Who it's for: Young nationals of countries that have signed a youth mobility agreement with Portugal, for an extended holiday with permission to work or study.
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
- Main fee: €110
- Can lead to permanent residence: No
- Decision time: 30 days
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
3 points recorded from official pages. Open a point to see the official wording.
Main fee€110Official wording
“The fees for processing a national visa application is 110€.”
Can lead to permanent residenceNoOfficial wording
“These allow stays in Portugal for a period of up to 12 months, with no possibility of extension.”
Decision time30 daysOfficial wording
“The deadline for deciding on a temporary stay visa application is 30 days.”
We have not yet recorded: Job offer needed; Study place needed; Minimum education; Work experience; Language; Age limit; Money to show; Salary threshold; Family can join; Occupation list. That does not mean there is no rule — confirm on the official page. Official page.
All visa types in Portugal
Every visa type we have listed, grouped by purpose, with links to the official pages.
Portugal visa typesBefore you pay anyone
- Nobody can guarantee a visa. Only the government of the country you apply to decides.
- UK employers must not charge you for a Certificate of Sponsorship.
- German missions say you don't need an agent to get a visa appointment.
- Check any adviser or recruitment agent on an official register before you pay.