Portugal - D8 Digital Nomad Visa
The Portugal D8 Digital Nomad Visa allows remote workers, freelancers, and entrepreneurs to live, work, and thrive in Portugal while earning income from abroad.
Program Overview
The Portugal D8 Visa, also known as the Digital Nomad Visa, is tailored for remote workers, freelancers, and entrepreneurs who earn their income from sources outside of Portugal. This visa allows location-independent professionals to reside in Portugal while continuing to work for international clients or companies.
Applicants must demonstrate a stable monthly income that meets Portugal’s minimum financial threshold, ensuring they can support themselves while living in the country. The D8 Visa provides an initial one-year residency permit, with the option to renew for successive two-year periods. After five years, applicants can apply for permanent residency or citizenship.
Portugal has become a highly sought-after destination for digital nomads due to its affordable cost of living, vibrant expat community, reliable infrastructure, and excellent quality of life. With access to high-speed internet, co-working spaces, and a favourable tax regime for foreign residents, Portugal offers a perfect base for remote professionals seeking European residency.
Program Information
Live, and Work remotely in Portugal.
What are the eligibility requirements?
You must be employed by a company outside Portugal, own a business, or work as a freelancer providing services internationally.
You must demonstrate a monthly income of at least €3,040 (4x Portugal’s minimum wage). This income must come from a remote source, not a local Portuguese employer.
Employed individuals must provide proof of employment (e.g., a contract).
Freelancers must show contracts or invoices demonstrating ongoing international work.
Applicants must not have a criminal record in Portugal or their country of origin.
Comprehensive health insurance is required to cover medical expenses during your stay.
What benefits will I receive?
After 5 years of legal residence, you can apply for permanent residency or Portuguese citizenship, providing long-term security and EU mobility.
Visa holders can travel freely within the 27 countries of the Schengen Area without additional visas.
Experience Portugal’s excellent healthcare, education, safety, and vibrant cultural and social environment.
You can include family members (spouse and dependent children) in your application, allowing them to enjoy the same residency benefits.
Join a growing network of like-minded remote workers and freelancers who are making Portugal their base.
What are the costs involved?
There is no large investment required with this program, unlike Golden Visas. There are fees for application support, legal documentation preparation, and advisory services, which vary depending on the number of applicants.
How long does the process take?
Expect the entire process to take approximately 12–16 weeks, subject to visa appointment and consulate availability.