Portugal has become one of Europe’s most attractive destinations for global talent—welcoming professionals from India, Israel, and across the world. As companies expand their operations into Portugal, the need for structured, compliant, and reliable expat employment support has never been greater.
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Vandey Global Services provides that cover every stage of a global employee’s journey—from visa processing to onboarding to day-to-day HR support. We ensure your international employees operate confidently, compliantly, and without administrative friction.
Whether you are an employer or an expat professional, Vandey provides the clarity, compliance, and on-ground support needed for a smooth transition.
Remote workers transitioning into hybrid or in-country roles
Companies hiring niche skills internationally for Portugal operations
Below is a clear breakdown of the end-to-end services we manage for global professionals entering and working in Portugal
Visa & Immigration Support
A structured, compliant and guided process for securing the right visa category. We support with:
SEF Registration & Local Compliance
Once in Portugal, expats must register with SEF and fulfil local legal requirements. We assist with:
Employment Contract & HR Integration
We prepare and manage compliant contracts tailored to Portugal’s labour laws. Support includes:
Accommodation & Relocation Assistance
Logistics made simple for your employee’s arrival and settlement.
Payroll, Tax & Statutory Contributions
Full compliance with Portuguese payroll and taxation requirements.
Ongoing Expat HR Support
Regular assistance throughout the employee’s time in Portugal.
Every expat process is aligned with Portuguese and EU regulations, avoiding any legal or administrative gaps.
We handle all processes directly, ensuring accuracy and speed.
Local partner operations in Portugal ensure real-time responsiveness and regional expertise.
From visas to payroll, every stage is documented, transparent, and predictable.
A unified framework for cross-border employment across multiple regions.
Whether you are relocating skilled talent or planning your own move to Portugal, Vandey ensures a smooth, compliant, and professionally managed employment experience.
Yes, Vandey helps foreign companies to hire employees in Portugal legally by acting as the local employer and ensuring compliance with Portuguese labour laws, payroll regulations, and statutory requirements
No, Vandey specifically supports companies hiring Portuguese talent or expats in Portugal without establishing a local entity, managing all related compliance locally.
Vandey manages all aspects of expat onboarding in Portugal, from visa documentation and relocation to compliant employment contracts and payroll. Vandey collaborates with leading local legal and accounting firms to ensure full compliance with Portuguese immigration and employment regulations.
Hiring timelines depend on documentation and candidate readiness, but Vandey’s structured onboarding process allows companies to hire expat employees quickly without delays associated with setting up a local entity.
Expat employees in Portugal are entitled to salaries paid across 14 monthly instalments, including a mandatory Christmas bonus and holiday subsidy under Article 263 of the Código do Trabalho Vandey global. Employees are also entitled to 120 days of maternity leave at 100% by Social Security, and up to 28 days of paternity leave for fathers, all administered by Vandey under Portuguese labour law.
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