Europe • Country Guide

HIRE IN
PORTUGAL.

Europe's remote-work magnet — Lisbon and Porto attract global tech talent.

EOR pricing
549
per employee / month (~US$599)
  • Full compliance handled
  • First hire live in 48 hours
  • No entity setup needed
Capital
Lisbon
Population
10.5M
Currency
EUR (€)
Language
Portuguese, English (in business)
Time zone
GMT (WEST +1)
Region
Europe
Country snapshot

WHY PORTUGAL?

Portugal has emerged as Western Europe's remote-work and tech capital. Lisbon and Porto host the European bases of Volkswagen Digital, Mercedes.io, Farfetch, and a growing wave of US tech firms. The IFICI tax regime and lower costs make it a magnet for senior talent.

Top English fluency in continental Europe
IFICI / former NHR tax regime for inbound talent
EU membership and Schengen access
Lower cost than Spain/France/Germany
Vibrant Lisbon/Porto startup ecosystem
Ready to hire

Your first Portugal hire, live in days.

We handle entity, payroll, tax and compliance so you can focus on the work.

Market intel

THE MARKET
THE TALENT

Economy

USD $276B GDP, growing 2–3% annually. Tech, tourism, automotive, and renewables drive growth.

Talent pool

Strong English fluency (4th in EU). Engineering and digital talent at 30–50% lower cost than Northern EU. Strong design and product-led culture.

Key industries
Technology & SaaSTourism & HospitalityAutomotiveRenewable EnergyShared Services
Hiring & compliance

CORE HIRING
FACTS

Everything global operators need to know about employment costs, leave entitlements, and statutory rules in Portugal.

Employer cost on top of salary
~23.75%
Income tax
13.25–48% progressive
Social contributions
23.75% employer / 11% employee
Minimum wage
€820/mo (2024, varies in Azores/Madeira)
Working hours
40 hours/week
Annual leave
22 working days minimum
Sick leave
Up to 30 days/year (extending to 180 in specific cases)
Maternity leave
120 or 150 days paid (parent's choice)
Paternity leave
20 days paid (mandatory)
Public holidays
13 days/year
Notice period
15–75 days (by tenure)
Probation
90 days (180 for senior, 240 for executive)
Severance
12 days' pay per year of service (capped)
Payroll cycle
Monthly, paid by the last day of the month
13th month pay
Statutory 13th & 14th month (Christmas + Holiday allowance)
Compliance, handled

Skip the legal setup in Portugal.

We become the legal employer. You manage the work, we handle payroll, contracts, taxes and benefits.

Visa & immigration

MOVING
TALENT IN

Work visa types, eligibility, dependent visas, and the path to permanent residency in Portugal.

D7 Visa (Passive Income / Remote)

2–4 months

For remote workers and passive-income holders

Tech Visa

20–30 working days

Fast-track for tech workers at certified employers

EU Blue Card

2–3 months

For highly qualified professionals

Eligibility

Varies by visa. D7 requires proof of stable income. Tech Visa requires qualifying employer certification.

Dependants

Spouse, minor children, and dependent parents eligible via family reunification.

Path to PR

Permanent residence after 5 years. Citizenship after 5 years (Portuguese language A2 required).

Ready to hire in Portugal?

START IN 48 HOURS.

We'll handle the legal entity, payroll, tax, and compliance. You focus on the work.