Applying in Portugal: an open market, especially in Lisbon
Portugal, and Lisbon in particular, has become an attractive hub, especially for tech and international shared service centers. The Portuguese CV follows the continental European model.
In Portuguese (or English, depending on the role)
The CV is written in European Portuguese. Watch out for the differences from Brazilian Portuguese (vocabulary, spelling). For international roles, in tech or at multinationals, English is very common. Match the job posting.
Photo and format
A photo is common on a Portuguese CV. The format is reverse chronological and concise (one to two pages). Standard sections: contact details, experience, education, skills, and languages. Foreign languages are a real asset, so highlight them with your levels. See our guide should you put a photo on your CV.
Mistakes to avoid
- Using Brazilian Portuguese instead of European Portuguese.
- A CV that is too long.
- Neglecting the languages section, which is valued for international roles.
Adapt your CV for Portugal with CVpass
On CVpass, choose "Portugal" as your target country. The tool translates your CV into Portuguese, adopts the expected structure, and highlights your languages. Your ATS score is recalculated against Portuguese expectations.
Further reading
- Applying abroad: the country-by-country CV guide
- Spanish CV: applying in Spain
- CV in English: adapting your CV to apply abroad
- Should you put a photo on your CV? The guide by country
Apply in Portugal with a CV that meets local standards. Adapt my CV for Portugal on CVpass