Portuguese Republic
D2 visa (entrepreneur / self-employment) processing time
2–6 months consular; business-plan review adds variance.
Typical window
2 months – 6 months
Government fees
Visa around €90; residence permit around €170.
Last checked
20 April 2026
What drives the timeline
D2 visa (entrepreneur / self-employment) sits in the entrepreneur category. Typical duration: Same 2+3 year residence permit pattern; leads to permanent residence or citizenship after 5 years.. Indicative government fees: Visa around €90; residence permit around €170..
- Does not require a sponsor.
- Leads to settlement / permanent residence.
- Suited for: Entrepreneurs founding a Portuguese company, Self-employed professionals contracting with Portuguese clients, Investors in existing Portuguese businesses.
Primary source
Portuguese Consulate network — D2
https://vistos.mne.gov.pt/en/national-visas/general-information/necessary-documents
Frequently asked questions
How long does the D2 visa (entrepreneur / self-employment) take to process?
2–6 months consular; business-plan review adds variance. These figures come from Portuguese Consulate network — D2 and were last verified on 2026-04-20. Always confirm on the primary source before acting.
Is there a priority or premium service that speeds this up?
Refer to the linked primary source for current priority / premium options; availability changes frequently and varies by consular post.
Can you guarantee my application will fall inside this window?
No. Processing times are indicative and depend on case complexity, biometrics scheduling, sponsor-side delays, source country, public-holiday calendars, and policy shifts. The linked source is the only authoritative reference on the day you apply.