Portuguese Honorary Consulate in São Bartolomeu

The information about the Portuguese Honorary Consulate in São Bartolomeu comes from the official Portuguese government website

The word from the Portuguese embassy in Saint Bartholomew

The Embassy of Saint Bartholomew invites you! We are here to foster diplomatic, cultural, and economic connections between Saint Bartholomew and the global community. We provide consular services, travel guidance, and host cultural events to encourage diversity and international camaraderie.

What type of Consular Representation is the Portuguese Honorary Consulate in São Bartolomeu?

Honorary Consulate - An Honorary Consul, who may or may not be Portuguese and is not a diplomat, is appointed by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs to honor and protect the rights and interests of the Portuguese State and its citizens in places without official representation. Although Honorary Consulates typically cannot perform consular acts, in exceptional cases, they may be authorized for voter registration, civil registration, notary acts, and issuing travel documents. They operate under the guidance of the Mission Head to whom they are attached.

What are the Portuguese formalities to relocate to Portugal?

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

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 Saint Bartholomew. 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 Portuguese Honorary Consulate in São Bartolomeu

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Certified service providers authorized by Portugal are available in multiple cities to receive visa applications. This approach improves geographical coverage, accommodates more applicants, and facilitates speedier processing.

25 countries have contracts with Portugal, extending its presence to 89 cities

Consular representations that don’t use VFS services handle visa applications directly. Every step, from application collection to decision making, is managed internally, maintaining control over the entire visa process, but potentially leading to lengthier processing times due to increased workload.

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

Consulate General of Portugal in Paris

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+(33) (0) 173011680
+(33) (0) 695 835 711

📠 Fax: +(33) (0) 147 631 976

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