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Portugal Digital Nomad Visa

🇵🇹 Portugal
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About the Portugal Digital Nomad Visa

The Portugal Digital Nomad Visa (D8 Visa) allows remote workers and freelancers outside the EU/EEA/Switzerland to legally reside and work in Portugal. It provides a structured pathway to long-term residency, healthcare access, and integration into Portuguese society.

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Fees and Processing Time

Application Fee:€180
Processing Fee:
Other Fees:€320 (approximately) for the residence permit upon arrival
Total Estimated Cost:€500
Processing Time:
Up to 60 days
Validity Period:
Initial stay of up to 1 year, renewable for 2-year periods

Eligibility Requirements

  • 1
    Minimum monthly income of €3,480
  • 2
    Proof of financial stability (savings of at least €9,840)
  • 3
    Clean criminal record
  • 4
    Comprehensive health insurance valid in Portugal
  • 5
    Proof of accommodation in Portugal

Required Documents

Valid passport (at least 6 months beyond the intended stay)
Proof of income (bank statements, employment contract, or proof of self-employment)
Proof of accommodation (rental agreement, hotel reservation, or proof of property ownership)
Health insurance policy covering stay in Portugal
Criminal record certificate from the country of residence

How to Apply

  1. 1

    Complete the Digital Nomad Visa application form

  2. 2

    Gather all required documents

  3. 3

    Pay the application fee (€180)

  4. 4

    Submit the application at the Portuguese Embassy or Consulate in the country of residence

  5. 5

    Wait for processing (up to 60 days)

  6. 6

    Upon approval, apply for a Residence Permit upon arrival in Portugal (€320)

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