Honorary Consulate of Portugal in Maracay

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

The word from the Portuguese embassy in Venezuela

We warmly welcome you to the Embassy of Venezuela! Our objective is to foster diplomatic, cultural, and economic ties between Venezuela and the rest of the globe. We provide consular assistance, give travel guidance, and conduct cultural functions to encourage diversity and comradeship among countries.

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

Honorary Consulate - An Honorary Consul, who could be Portuguese or a non-Portuguese, is not a diplomat and resides where the Consulate operates. They are appointed by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs to uphold and defend the rights and interests of the Portuguese State and its citizens, specifically in a city lacking official representation. Honorary Consulates typically lack the competency to perform consular acts, but under exceptional and justified scenarios, they might be permitted to conduct voter registration procedures, civil registration, notary acts, and issue travel documents. Their work, subject to their competence, is executed in accordance with the directives of the Mission Head they are attached to.

What are the Portuguese formalities to relocate to Portugal?

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

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 Venezuela. 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 Maracay

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Portugal has given authorization to certified service providers in numerous cities to take visa applications, thereby making it more accessible for applicants and promoting speedy processing. This approach expands the geographical coverage, allowing the service to handle more applicants efficiently.

Portugal has established contracts in 25 unique countries, amounting to a territorial coverage spanning across 89 cities

This consular representation does not engage VFS services and therefore manages all visa applications independently. It oversees every step from application gathering to decision making internally, which guarantees full control over the visa procedure but might lead to extended processing times due to the enhanced workload.

Need to make additional document requests

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

Portugal's Consulate General in Valencia

☎️ Phone :

+(58 241) 823 46 45
+(58) 424 414 341
+(58 241) 823 99 69
+(58 241) 823 87 89

✉️ Mail :

[email protected]

📠 Fax: +(58 241) 823 59 53

Others Portuguese Consular Network in Venezuela

Find below all the different consular representation through Venezuela.

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

☎️ Phone :

+58 414 466 53 50
+58 212 267 23 82
+58 212 267 89 89
+58 212 264 05 47

✉️ Mail :

More information about the General Consulate of Portugal in Caracas

Portugal's Consulate General in Valencia

🏫 Type of embassy : General Consulate

📍 Address : Calle 148, nº 101-27, Redoma del Indio, Urbanización Carabobo, Valencia, Estado Carabobo, Venezuela

☎️ Phone :

+(58 241) 823 46 45
+(58) 424 414 341
+(58 241) 823 99 69
+(58 241) 823 87 89

✉️ Mail :

[email protected]

More information about the Portugal's Consulate General in Valencia