In Portugal, there's a strong need for workers in IT, healthcare, construction, tourism, and education. The government has noted that jobs in high demand are:
- IT specialists, especially in niche areas
- Qualified doctors and nurses
- Construction workers like plumbers and electricians
- Hospitality staff such as cooks and servers
- Seasonal agricultural workers during harvest time
- Customer service employees, especially those who can speak multiple languages
Note: Portugal has also launched the Programa Integrar to help foreign job seekers get into these important sectors.