🇵🇹 Portugal
D8 — Digital Nomad Visa
Non-EU remote workers and freelancers earning ≥4× Portuguese minimum wage from a foreign source.
- Income / Means
- ≈€3,480/month (4× SMN, 2025).
- Duration
- 1-year temporary visa, then 2-year residence permit, renewable. Path to permanent residency in 5 years.
- Processing time
- 60–120 days from consulate appointment.
- Government fees
- ≈€90 visa fee + €170 residence permit at AIMA.
- Where to apply
- Portuguese consulate in your country of legal residence. AIMA biometrics in Portugal after arrival.
- Country guide
- Portugal →
Documents required
- Valid passport (6+ months)
- Proof of remote work contract or freelance income
- 3 months bank statements
- Proof of accommodation in Portugal
- Criminal record check (apostilled)
- Health insurance covering Portugal
- NIF (Portuguese tax number)
- Portuguese bank account
How to apply — step by step
- 1
Get a NIF and a Portuguese bank account
Use a fiscal representative service (€100–€200) — you can do this remotely before your trip.
- 2
Gather and apostille documents
Criminal record + any civil documents need apostille from your country of origin.
- 3
Book the consulate appointment
Spaces fill 2–4 months out — book first, complete docs in parallel.
- 4
Submit at the consulate
Hand in originals + copies. Pay fee. Receive 4-month entry visa.
- 5
Arrive in Portugal & book AIMA
AIMA appointment for biometrics confirms 2-year residence permit. Backlogs are real — book the moment you land.
Common rejection reasons
- Income below threshold or unstable
- Missing apostille on criminal record
- Insufficient accommodation proof (short Airbnb)
- Health insurance doesn't cover Portugal explicitly
FAQ
+D7 or D8 — which should I pick?
D8 if you're actively earning from remote work. D7 if you have passive income (rentals, dividends, pension). Income thresholds and process are similar.
+Can I bring my family?
Yes — add ~50% of the income threshold per dependent and include marriage/birth certificates (apostilled).
+Do I have to live in Portugal?
Yes. The D8 requires you to be physically resident — not just hold the permit. Long absences risk renewal.
Requirements change frequently — always confirm with the consulate before applying.
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