Honorary Consulate of Portugal in Bologna

The information about the Honorary Consulate of Portugal in Bologna comes from the official Portuguese government website

The word from the Portuguese embassy in Italy

We welcome you to the Embassy of Italy! Our aim is to foster diplomatic, economic and cultural links between Italy and the rest of the globe. We provide services related to consular affairs, offer travel guidance, and set up cultural gatherings to enrich diversity and unity amongst nations.

What type of Consular Representation is the Honorary Consulate of Portugal in Bologna?

Honorary Consulate - An Honorary Consul, regardless of their nationality and whether they are a diplomat or not, resides in the country and place where his Consulate operates, appointed by the Foreign Affairs Ministry to promote and safeguard the rights and interests of the Portuguese State and its citizens, in a city where there's no official representation. Honorific Consulates do not usually have the competence to conduct consular acts, however, under exceptional and justified circumstances, they may be granted permission to conduct voter registration, civil registration and notary acts, and to issue travel documents. The work of honorary consuls is carried out, within their jurisdiction, in accordance with the Head of the Mission to which they report.

What are the Portuguese formalities to relocate to Portugal?

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

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 Italy. 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 Honorary Consulate of Portugal in Bologna

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Portugal has given the green signal for authorized service providers in multiple cities to take visa applications, ensuring more accessibility to applicants and fostering faster processing. This method improves geographical reach, permitting the service to accommodate a larger number of applicants effectively.

Contracts have been signed by Portugal in 25 distinct countries, corresponding to a territorial coverage spanning 89 cities

This consular representation does not employ VFS services and as a result, handles all visa applications directly. Full management of every step from application to decision making is done internally, ensuring total control over the visa process but might contribute to prolonged processing times due to the added workload.

Need to make additional document requests

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

Embassy of Portugal in Rome - Consular Section

☎️ Phone :

+(39) 0645238800
(+39) 06 844 801

✉️ Mail :

📠 Fax: (+ 39) 06 3296783

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Embassy of Portugal in Rome - Consular Section

🏫 Type of embassy : Consular Section

📍 Address : Via Guido d'Arezzo, 5 - 00198 Roma, Itália

☎️ Phone :

+(39) 0645238800
(+39) 06 844 801

✉️ Mail :

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