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Resume and CV guide for Portugal

How resumes and CVs are written in Portugal: typical length (1–2 pages), photo expectations, date format (DD/MM/YYYY), education conventions and a builder configured for the Portugal market.

Portugal employers usually ask for a CV — commonly written as “CV”. What that document looks like locally differs from the generic advice you will find elsewhere, so the details below describe practice in Portugal specifically.

At a glance

  • Document: CV (CV)
  • Typical length: 1–2 pages
  • Date format: DD/MM/YYYY
  • Phone format: +351 912 345 678
  • Photo: commonly included
  • Page size: A4 (210 × 297 mm)
  • Most common language of application: pt

Length expectations in Portugal

Two pages is common.

Photos

Photos are frequently included in Portugal.

Professional summary

Four to five lines on your professional profile.

Education

Name the exact qualification level.

Work experience

Include results, not only responsibilities.

Format and delivery

A4 paper, day/month/year dates, 4-digit + 3-digit postcode format.

Common sections used in Portugal

  • Summary
  • Experience
  • Education
  • Skills
  • Languages

General career guidance based on common practice — not legal, immigration or hiring compliance advice. Expectations vary by employer, industry and seniority.

Build for this market

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