Portugal's Honorary Consulate in Kingston
The information about the Portugal's Honorary Consulate in Kingston comes from the official Portuguese government website
The word from the Portuguese embassy in Jamaica
We greet you at the Embassy of Jamaica! We are engaged in the enhancement of diplomatic, cultural, and economic ties between Jamaica and the world. We provide consular services, travel guidance, and manage cultural events to foster diversity and friendship amongst nations.
What type of Consular Representation is the Portugal's Honorary Consulate in Kingston?
What are the Portuguese formalities to relocate to Portugal?
Portugal offers several visa options for those looking to relocate from Jamaica. 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 Jamaica:
- 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 Jamaica. 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 Kingston
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Certified service providers are authorized by Portugal in numerous cities for accepting visa applications, this facilitates the applicants and expedites the processing. This approach broadens geographical coverage, allowing the service to efficiently cater to more applicants.
25 different countries have signed contracts with Portugal, which equates to a territorial coverage of 89 cities
Need to make additional document requests
Unfortunately, some requests can't be met at the Portugal's Honorary Consulate in Kingston. Here's the nearest Portuguese consular representation for additional enquiries.
General Consulate of Portugal in Caracas
- +58 414 466 53 50
- +58 212 267 23 82
- +58 212 267 89 89
- +58 212 264 05 47
Others Portuguese Consular Network in Jamaica
Find below all the different consular representation through Jamaica.
There is no permanent Portuguese diplomatic representation in Jamaica. Matters relating to this country are handled by the diplomatic representation below 👇
General Consulate of Portugal in Caracas
🏫 Type of embassy : General Consulate
📍 Address : 2da. Av. Qta. Consulado de Portugal, nº 16, Urbanización Campo Alegre, Municipio Chacao, Estado Miranda, Caracas 1060
- +58 414 466 53 50
- +58 212 267 23 82
- +58 212 267 89 89
- +58 212 264 05 47
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