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Temporary Stay Visa - Specialised Activity

Timor-LesteTalent and merit

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Which exceptional-talent, academic, scientific, artistic, technological, cultural or other profiles does the pathway target?

This route is for specialised cultural, sporting, scientific-research, journalistic or highly qualified activity in Timor-Leste, such as the role of artist, athlete, researcher, foreign-media correspondent or highly qualified technician.

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Limits of the record
  • The captured source is Law 11/2017; no separate current consolidation or repeal confirmation was captured.
  • Art. 39(5)
    5. O visto de estada temporária para desenvolver atividades especializadas, de carácter cultural, desportivas, de investigação científica, para fins jornalísticos ou para desempenhar tarefas altamente qualificadas, na qualidade de artista, desportista, investigador, correspondente de órgão de comunicação social estrangeiro, ou técnico altamente qualificado

What achievements, recognition, awards, publications, reputation or other evidence establishes the required level?

The checked official sources did not provide enough route-specific evidence to confirm the achievements or evidence that establish the required level.

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Limits of the record
  • The captured source is Law 11/2017; no separate current consolidation or repeal confirmation was captured.
  • Art. 39(5)
    é válido pelo período do contrato ou da missão até ao limite máximo de um ano

Is an employer, nominator, recognised body, peer group or government endorsement required?

The visa is linked to a contract or mission for the specialised activity. The official source does not state that an endorsement from a nominator, recognised body or government is required.

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Limits of the record
  • The captured source is Law 11/2017; no separate current consolidation or repeal confirmation was captured.
  • Art. 39(5)
    5. O visto de estada temporária para desenvolver atividades especializadas, de carácter cultural, desportivas, de investigação científica, para fins jornalísticos ou para desempenhar tarefas altamente qualificadas, na qualidade de artista, desportista, investigador, correspondente de órgão de comunicação social estrangeiro, ou técnico altamente qualificado

Can the holder change employer, work independently, establish a business or conduct other professional activity? What is the family position?

The permission is tied to the contract or mission and permits the activity described in the grant; the official source does not establish a general labour-market right. The official source does not state the family position.

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Limits of the record
  • The captured source is Law 11/2017; no separate current consolidation or repeal confirmation was captured.

What duration, renewal and accelerated or normal longer-term residence pathway is officially stated?

It lasts for the contract or mission up to a maximum of one year, may be extended for equal periods and permits multiple entries. The official source does not state a longer-term residence pathway.

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Limits of the record
  • The captured source is Law 11/2017; no separate current consolidation or repeal confirmation was captured.
  • Art. 39(5)
    5. O visto de estada temporária para desenvolver atividades especializadas, de carácter cultural, desportivas, de investigação científica, para fins jornalísticos ou para desempenhar tarefas altamente qualificadas, na qualidade de artista, desportista, investigador, correspondente de órgão de comunicação social estrangeiro, ou técnico altamente qualificado, é válido pelo período do contrato ou da missão até ao limite máximo de um ano, pode ser prorrogado por iguais períodos e permite múltiplas entradas.

These are the answers currently recorded in the catalogue. A missing or partial answer is not an eligibility decision.

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