Students in Portugal
So, are you ready to study abroad? Why not study in Portugal?
Have you always wanted to study abroad? Well great news, RHJ Law will help you to get there!
No matter where you’re moving from, we will help you organise the documents you require to secure the correct residency option required for you to live and study abroad!
We can help with all the aspects of getting ready to study abroad, from the right visa to accommodation and health insurance to bank accounts. Contact us today to find out how we can help you.
Let us accompany you through every step of the process, so you can focus on planning your move and get ready for your studies. Remember, you don’t have to do it alone.
What will I need?
First off, you’ll need to obtain the right student visa for where you’re hoping to travel – along with an acceptance letter to a school, college or university.
What else do I need to know?
The other facts to note about becoming an international student, include being able to show proof of your student loan that will cover your tuition fees. As well as this it is good to remember that in some countries, you are only allowed to work and earn for a maximum of 20 hours per week.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I work while I study?
As a non-EU citizen in Portugal on a student visa, you are only allowed to work 20-hours per week. If you work more hours than this, you may not be allowed to renew your visa. However, you would be able to work full-time hours during any school holiday/breaks.
What do I need to study in Portugal?
To kick-of your student visa application and begin studying in Portugal, you will need:
- Proof of acceptance into a Portuguese school, college or university
- Proof of funds (tuition fees & maintenance loan OR proof of scholarship)
- Proof of health insurance in your current country of residence
- Proof of somewhere to live while you are studying
- Plus more; contact us to find out more and kick-start your visa application
Which is the Portuguese student visa?
The student visas in Portugal are also known as D4 or D5. The D4 Visa is for non-EU nationals, hoping to spend more than three months in Portugal as a student, exchange student, or on a professional or voluntary internship. A D5 Visa is for college or university students, who aim to come to Portugal for furthering their tertiary education.
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Yes! Read more from our article about becoming a student in Portugal.
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