trabalho intermitente
Published 8 November 2026, 22:31
trabalho intermitente (intermittent work)
A permanent contract for firms with an uneven workload, in which months of work alternate with breaks. Work must last at least five months a year, three of them consecutive; during breaks you are paid at least 20% of your basic salary (Código do Trabalho, articles 157–160).
Where you come across it. Tourism, seasonal production, events.
You must be told to return to work at least 20 days in advance.
Official website: diariodarepublica.pt/dr/legislacao-consolidada/lei/2009-34546475