Glossary

contrato sem termo

Published 4 November 2026, 03:07
contrato de trabalho sem termo / a termo certo

A permanent employment contract. A fixed-term one is called a contrato a termo certo and is only allowed on certain grounds and for a limited period. For renting, a mortgage or renewing documents, a permanent contract looks more reliable.

Where you come across it. Starting a job.
Prestação de serviços on recibos verdes is not an employment contract: there is no paid holiday, no sick pay from the employer and no protection against dismissal.