What Benefits Does Portugal’s 180-Day Schengen Job-Seeker Visa Offer in 2025?

Six months on Portuguese soil means more time for interviews, networking events, and building connections with local recruiters and expat groups. 

Longer Stay, Bigger Network

While your primary purpose is job-hunting in Portugal, you can travel across all Schengen countries for short trips—ideal for broadening your opportunities. 

Full Access to Schengen

Once you land a job offer, you can convert your job-seeker visa into a work permit without leaving Portugal, minimizing downtime between visas. 

Smooth Transition to Work Visa

• Start early: apply at least 60 days before arrival. • Prepare proof of funds for six months. • Engage local job platforms like Net-Empregos and LinkedIn Portugal.

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