Portugal's Honorary Consulate in Mbabane

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

The word from the Portuguese embassy in Eswatini

The Eswatini Embassy bids you welcome! We are dedicated to fostering diplomatic, cultural, and economic ties between Eswatini and other parts of the globe. We provide consular services, travel recommendations, and host cultural events to encourage diversity and friendship among nations.

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

Honorary Consulate - An Honorary Consul could be a Portuguese, non-Portuguese, or a non-diplomat residing in that country and city where his Consulate operates. They are appointed by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs to advocate for and protect the rights and interests of the Portuguese State and its nationals in a city without official representation. Honorary Consulates typically do not have the authority to perform consular acts, although, under special and justified circumstances, they may be permitted to register voters, register civil and notary acts, and issue travel documents. Their duties are carried out in accordance with the Head of the Mission to whom they are attached, within their competence's scope.

What are the Portuguese formalities to relocate to Portugal?

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

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 Eswatini. 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 Mbabane

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Service providers certified by Portugal are granted permission to process visa applications in a number of cities, facilitating convenience for applicants and accelerating the processing time. This approach expands geographical reach, allowing for more efficient handling of a higher number of applications.

Contracts have been signed by Portugal in 25 countries, implying a territorial span across 89 cities

This consular representation fully delegates its visa application process to VFS Global, managing all operational aspects except for the final visa review and approval. This approach simplifies the process, enabling the consulate to efficiently deal with a large volume of applications while retaining control over visa issuance.

Need to make additional document requests

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

Consulate General of Portugal in Maputo

☎️ Phone :

+(258) 21 490 150/51/55/57
+(258) 823 166 540
+(258) 843 987 647

✉️ Mail :

[email protected]

📠 Fax: +(258) 21 492 494

Others Portuguese Consular Network in Eswatini

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There is no permanent Portuguese diplomatic representation in Eswatini. Matters relating to this country are handled by the diplomatic representation below 👇

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