Partner with Birlay: send your students to Europe, earn commission
Your students still need to go somewhere. Portugal and Spain offer affordable DGERT courses, EU residence permits, and English-taught programs. We handle enrollment and visas — you earn transparent commission.
Your pipeline is drying up
We know because we've been there. The numbers speak for themselves.
Canada
Student quotas slashed from 750K to 80K. Post-graduation work permits limited. Provincial nomination harder.
United States
Hostile immigration climate. H-1B restrictions tightened. OPT under threat. Tuition $30K+/year.
United Kingdom
Graduate route under review. Tuition £20-30K. Dependent visa restrictions increased.
Australia
GTE requirements stricter. Visa processing delays. English requirements raised.
Portugal + Spain: the new frontier
Affordable courses from €875, EU residence permits, English-taught programs. Birlay gives you access without red tape.
DGERT-certified courses
Vocational training that legally qualifies for EU residence permits. No university required.
Tuition from €875/year
10x cheaper than Canada. Students can actually afford it — which means higher conversion for you.
English-taught
No Portuguese required for enrollment. Data Science, Digital Marketing, PM — all in English.
EU residence permit
Students get legal residence in 2-3 months. Work 20hrs/week. Path to EU citizenship in 5 years.
No exams, no IELTS
No entrance exams. No standardized tests. Students can enroll in days, not months.
Portugal + Spain
Two EU countries, one platform. Including Spain's new "Bridge to Spain" program.
How Birlay works for agents
No upfront costs. No minimum students. Start in 2 minutes.
Sign up free
2-minute form. No contracts, no fees.
Browse schools
Access all DGERT schools, courses, and pricing.
Refer students
Share links or submit students directly.
We handle the rest
Enrollment, visa support, AIMA — all managed by Birlay.
Earn commission
Paid within 14 days. No hidden fees. No clawbacks.
Transparent commission
No hidden fees. No clawbacks. Paid within 14 days of enrollment confirmation.
| Course type | Tuition range | Your commission | Payment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vocational (12-14 months) | €875 — €3,000 | €150 — €400 | 14 days after enrollment |
| Professional (18+ months) | €2,000 — €5,000 | €300 — €600 | 14 days after enrollment |
| Premium / Data Science | €3,000 — €8,000 | €500 — €1,000 | 14 days after enrollment |
No upfront costs No minimum students No clawbacks ever
Birlay vs alternatives
| Feature | Birlay | ApplyBoard | Direct to school |
|---|---|---|---|
| Commission transparency | Full — upfront | Varies | Negotiated per school |
| European vocational focus | Core specialty | Not available | Single school only |
| Auto-onboarding | 2 minutes | Days | Weeks |
| Visa support included | Full support | Partial | None |
| Minimum students | None | Required | Varies |
| Payment timeline | 14 days | 30-60 days | 60-90 days |
Schools on our platform
Facultet Portugal
Data Science, Digital Marketing, PM, UX/UI, Motion Design. 12-14 month programs.
Partner School Spain
Business, Technology, Creative courses. Part of Spain's new international student initiative.
New schools monthly
We're expanding to more EU countries. Stay tuned.
What agents say
"I used to send 40 students per year to Canada. This year I've sent 3. Portugal literally saved my business. Birlay's platform made the transition seamless."
"Commission is transparent, payment is fast, and students are happy. Unlike other platforms, Birlay doesn't require minimum quotas. I started with 2 students and grew from there."
See the agent dashboard
A 2-minute walkthrough of how you'll manage referrals, track commissions, and support students.
Agent Dashboard Demo — 2:30 min
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Frequently asked questions
How much commission do I earn per student?
Can I verify the schools are legitimate?
Can I send students from any country?
What's the timeline from referral to enrollment?
What support do I get as an agent?
Is there a minimum number of students?
How do I track my referrals?
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Legal Disclaimer: This content does not constitute legal advice. Immigration laws change frequently. Always consult a licensed immigration lawyer registered with the Portuguese Bar Association (Ordem dos Advogados).
Birlay.com is not a law firm. We are an education consulting platform connecting students with DGERT-certified schools.
Legal review: Dr. Ricardo Almeida, OA #18742 · Last verified: 25 March 2026
Birlay Education Platform, Lda.
EU education consulting platform connecting international students with DGERT-certified vocational schools in Portugal and Spain. 200+ students from 15 countries.