HOW TO SEARCH FOR JOBS WITH IEFP

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Even if you have never worked in Portugal, you can still register with the IEFP (Instituto do Emprego e Formação Profissional) and access job search and training services — as long as you meet the required conditions to be considered a job seeker.

STEP BY STEP GUIDE

Step 1: Make Sure You Have the Right Legal Documents

To register as a job seeker with IEFP, you must have one of the following:

  • For non-EU nationals: A valid Portuguese residence permit.

  • For EU/EEA/Swiss citizens: A Certificate of Registration as an EU resident in Portugal, along with a valid ID (citizen card, national ID card, or passport).

Step 2: Create an Account on the IEFP Online Portal

You must authenticate your identity to register online using either of the following:

  • Your Segurança Social Direta credentials

  • Your Digital Mobile Key (Chave Móvel Digital)

Once authenticated, click here

Step 3: Complete Your Job Seeker Profile

When filling out your registration, you’ll need to provide:

  • Personal information

  • Educational qualifications

  • Skills and competencies

  • Past job experience (if any, but if you have no prior experience, you can still register by indicating your interests and areas where you have acquired informal skills)

Step 4: Access Job Seeker Services

After registering, you will have access to:

  • Job offers available on the IEFP portal

  • Career guidance and technical support from employment counselors, including:

    • Help creating your CV

    • Support with job interview preparation

    • Identification of suitable job opportunities

  • Training programs to improve or acquire new professional skills, tailored to your needs and goals

Step 5: Schedule an In-Person Appointment (If Needed)

If you have any doubts or would prefer to speak to someone directly, you can schedule an in-person meeting at your nearest Employment Center (Centro de Emprego) via the online appointment system.

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