Portugal's Honorary Consulate in Odense

The information about the Portugal's Honorary Consulate in Odense comes from the official Portuguese government website

The word from the Portuguese embassy in Denmark

Greetings from the Embassy of Denmark! Our objective is to foster diplomatic, economic and cultural ties between Denmark and the global community. We provide consular assistance, travel guidance and host cultural activities to encourage multiculturalism and unity among nations.

What type of Consular Representation is the Portugal's Honorary Consulate in Odense?

Honorary Consulate - An Honorary Consul, whether Portuguese or not, is a non-diplomat residing in the country and area where their Consulate operates. Appointed by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, their role is to uphold and protect the rights and interests of the Portuguese State and its citizens, in a city lacking official representation. Honorary Consulates generally do not have authority to perform consular acts. However, under special and justified conditions, they may be allowed to perform voter registration, civil registration, notary acts and issue travel documents. The duties of honorary consuls are executed, within their capacity, following the directives of the Mission Head to which they are affiliated.

What are the Portuguese formalities to relocate to Portugal?

Portugal offers several visa options for those looking to relocate from Denmark. 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 Denmark:

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 Denmark. 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 Odense

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Certified service providers have been authorized in numerous cities by Portugal to receive visa applications, facilitating easier access and expediting the process for applicants. This approach improves the geographical coverage and allows the service to handle more applicants effectively.

Contracts have been established by Portugal in 25 separate countries, amounting to a territorial coverage spanning 89 cities

This consular representation does not rely on VFS services and therefore manages all visa applications directly. Each step, from application collection to the decision-making process, is handled internally, offering complete control over the visa process, but may lead to longer processing times due to the increased workload.

Need to make additional document requests

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

Embassy of Portugal's Consular Section in Copenhagen

☎️ Phone :

+(45) 33 13 13 01
+(45) 33 36 00 71

✉️ Mail :

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Embassy of Portugal's Consular Section in Copenhagen

🏫 Type of embassy : Consular Section

📍 Address : Toldbodgade 31, 1 th 1253 Copenhagen K Denmark

☎️ Phone :

+(45) 33 13 13 01
+(45) 33 36 00 71

✉️ Mail :

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