A company registered in an EU member state may employ staff (Non-EU citizen) in another EU member state for the purpose of providing services for a limited period of time.

You can apply for a Van der Elst Visa after setting an appointment online .

At the time of your visa appointment you have to submit the following documents in person (original plus two copies):

• 2 completed and signed application forms for a long-term visa
• 2 recent passport photographs
• your national passport
• residence permit for Portugal
• visa fee 75,- Euros
• official letter from the employer clearly stating the commencing and termination dates of the project, location, nature of services to be provided, salary and conditions of employment
• proof of health and accident insurance