National Long-Stay Work Visa (Type D)
National long-stay work visa (Type D) allowing residence for more than 90 days for employment purposes.
In Plain Language
A long-stay visa for working in a specific European country for more than 90 days. Required before you can get a local residence permit.
Who is this visa for?
- Skilled workers with a job offer
- Professionals relocating to Europe
- EU Blue Card applicants
- Seasonal and project-based workers
✓ What you can do
- Work for your sponsoring employer
- Reside in the country beyond 90 days
- Apply for a residence permit after arrival
- Bring eligible family members under family reunification rules
- Access public services as a legal resident
✗ What you cannot do
- Change employer without authorization during initial permit period
- Work in a different Schengen country without a separate work permit
- Access full social benefits immediately upon arrival
- Work in a role outside your approved job category
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