Portugal's Honorary Consulate in Santa Cruz de la Sierra

The information about the Portugal's Honorary Consulate in Santa Cruz de la Sierra comes from the official Portuguese government website

The word from the Portuguese embassy in Bolivia

The Bolivia Embassy warmly greets you! We are committed to fostering diplomatic, cultural, and economic ties between Bolivia and other nations. Our range of services includes consular assistance, travel advisories, and an array of cultural events to celebrate diversity and camaraderie among countries.

What type of Consular Representation is the Portugal's Honorary Consulate in Santa Cruz de la Sierra?

Honorary Consulate - An Honorary Consul, who might or might not be of Portuguese nationality and is not a diplomat, resides in the country and locale where their Consulate is situated. They are appointed by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs to uphold and safeguard the rights and interests of the Portuguese State and its citizens, especially where there is no official representation. Honorary Consulates seldom have the authority to conduct consular acts, but under particular exceptional and justified situations, they may be granted permission to manage voter registration procedures, civil registrations, notary deeds, and issue travel documents. Their duties are performed under the direction of their corresponding Mission Head.

What are the Portuguese formalities to relocate to Portugal?

Portugal offers several visa options for those looking to relocate from Bolivia. Before applying for any visa, you'll need to obtain two essential items:

Portuguese Tax Number (NIF - Número de Identificação Fiscal): This is a unique tax identification number required for financial transactions in Portugal. You can obtain it at any tax office or through a fiscal representative, learn more here.
Portuguese Bank Account: Major banks include Millennium BCP, Novo Banco, and Santander. We can help you getting a bank account in Portugal, learn more here

Here are the main visa types available from Bolivia:

D1 Work Visa: Designed for those who have secured a work contract with a Portuguese company. You'll need to provide your employment contract, criminal record, and proof of accommodation. This visa is initially valid for 4 months and can be converted into a 2-year residence permit.
D2 Entrepreneur Visa: For individuals planning to start a business or transfer an existing one to Portugal. You must present a viable business plan and demonstrate sufficient financial means. The investment amount varies based on the business type and location.
D3 Highly Qualified Worker Visa: Targeted at professionals with specialized skills or higher education. You must have a job offer in Portugal that matches your qualifications and meets minimum salary requirements.
D4 Study Visa: For students accepted into Portuguese educational institutions. You need acceptance letters, proof of financial means, and health insurance. This visa allows you to study and work part-time.
D5 Research Visa: Specifically for researchers and scientists working with recognized Portuguese institutions. You'll need a hosting agreement from a research institution and proof of qualifications.
D6 Family Reunification Visa: Allows family members to join relatives already legally residing in Portugal. You must prove family relationships and demonstrate that the resident family member can support you.
D7 Passive Income Visa: Popular among retirees and digital nomads. You need to show stable passive income from sources like investments, pensions, or rental properties.
D8 Digital Nomad Visa: A recent addition for remote workers earning income from non-Portuguese sources. You must demonstrate a stable monthly income and proof of remote work arrangements.
D9 Golden Visa: An investment-based residence permit requiring significant capital investment in Portuguese real estate, business, or other qualifying investments. The minimum investment varies by type and location, starting from 250,000€.

The application process typically involves submitting documents through the Portuguese consulate in your home country if you are not from Bolivia. Most visas initially grant temporary residence, which can be converted to permanent residence after five years. Remember that requirements may change, and processing times vary.

External Service Providers for the Portugal's Honorary Consulate in Santa Cruz de la Sierra

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To make visa application more accessible and speedy, Portugal has entrusted certified service providers to accept visa applications in several cities. This approach broadens our territorial reach, enabling us to serve more applicants promptly.

Portugal has entered into contracts across 25 countries leading to a territorial coverage spanning 89 cities

This consular representation handles all visa applications directly without employing VFS services. It manages the entire process, from application collection to decision-making, in-house. While this ensures total control over the visa process, it may lead to prolonged processing times due to increased workload.

Need to make additional document requests

Unfortunately, some requests can't be met at the Portugal's Honorary Consulate in Santa Cruz de la Sierra. Here's the nearest Portuguese consular representation for additional enquiries.

Portugal's Embassy Consular Section in Lima

☎️ Phone :

+ (51) 1 6287164/ 5 / 6

✉️ Mail :

📠 Fax: + (51) 1 4429655

Others Portuguese Consular Network in Bolivia

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Honorary Consulate of Portugal in La Paz

🏫 Type of embassy : Honorary Consulate

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