Working in Portugal
7 comprehensive guides for Portugal
Overview
Portugal welcomes foreign talent, especially in tech, tourism, and digital services.
Employment basics:
• Labor protections - 22 vacation days standard
• Freelancing - recibos verdes system
• Minimum wage - €760/month
• Startup visa - available for entrepreneurs
Remote work for foreign companies is increasingly common. EU citizens enjoy full work rights immediately.
All Guides
Wages, Compensation, and Social Security in Portugal: A Complete Guide
Portugal's compensation system is unique; a 14-month salary structure, mandatory Christmas and vacation subsidies, and comprehensive social security benefits differ significantly from most countries. This guide explains wage requirements, contribution rates, NISS registration, and benefit eligibilit
Leave Entitlements in Portugal: Vacation, Sick Leave, and Parental Rights
Portugal offers some of Europe’s most generous leave entitlements, protecting workers’ rights to rest, health, family care, and work-life balance under the Código do Trabalho and 2023 Decent Work Agenda reforms. Managed by employers and Segurança Social, these include annual vacation, public holiday
Probation Periods in Portuguese Employment
Portuguese probation periods have clear legal limits, strong worker protections, and recent reforms strengthening employee rights. Understanding período experimental—the trial period at employment start—helps you know your rights and protections from day one. This guide explains probation durations,
Employment Termination in Portugal: Types, Procedures, and Your Rights
Portugal strictly regulates employment termination with comprehensive worker protections and rigorous procedural requirements. Understanding your rights is essential whether you're considering resignation or facing potential dismissal. This guide covers all termination types, required procedures, co
Portugal's Labor Law Framework and Regulatory Authorities - What Expats Need to Know
Portugal's employment law provides comprehensive worker protections through a highly structured legal framework under the Código do Trabalho (Labor Code) and Constitution. All workers, including international residents, benefit equally. This guide explains Portugal's employment law system, key regul
Collective Bargaining and Worker Representation in Portugal
Over 80% of Portugal's workforce benefits from collective agreements providing enhanced rights beyond Labor Code minimums. This guide explains collective bargaining, agreement types, and how these affect your employment rights in Portugal.
Employment Contracts in Portugal: Types, Requirements, and Classifications
Portuguese employment law presumes all jobs are permanent and full-time unless a different arrangement is explicitly agreed upon in writing, protecting workers from precarious employment and ensuring clarity around legitimate temporary roles. This guide outlines the main employment contract types, w