Ideal for Remote Workers
Portugal D8 Visa
A remote work–based residency route for non-EU nationals seeking long-term EU residency while working for employers or clients based outside Portugal. The D8 provides Schengen travel access, family inclusion, and a clear pathway to permanent residency and citizenship, subject to eligibility and legal requirements.





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What is it?
Program Overview
The Portugal D8 Digital Nomad Visa is a residency route designed for non-EU nationals who work remotely for companies or clients based outside Portugal. It allows eligible individuals to live legally in Portugal while continuing their remote employment or self-employment.
Introduced to attract global professionals, the D8 is now one of Europe’s most practical work-based residency options, offering a clear path to long-term residency and, ultimately, Portuguese citizenship — without requiring investment or local employer sponsorship.
Suitability
Who's it for?

Digital Nomads

Self Employed

Pathway to Permanent Residency

Freelancers

Entrepreneurs
Requirements
Eligiblity Criteria
To qualify for the D7 Visa in 2026, applicants must meet several requirements:
1. Nationality
You must be a non-EU/EEA/Swiss citizen.
2. Income Requirements
Applicants must demonstrate stable, regular remote income earned outside Portugal.
As of 2026, the minimum income requirement is generally set at 4× Portugal’s national minimum wage, which equates to approximately:
€3,680 per month for the main applicant
€11,040 in savings for the main applicant
Higher thresholds apply when including family members
Exact figures may vary slightly depending on consulate interpretation and household size.
Eligibility
Application Requirements
To qualify for Portugal’s D8 Digital Nomad Visa:
The applicant must be a non-EU/EEA/Swiss national
Clean criminal record and background checks are required
Proof of income earnings in-line with the program requirements
Proof of employment contract/ability to work remotely
Family members may be included under the same application, subject to eligibility.
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