PT · Remote Work Residency

D8 Digital Nomad Visa

Portugal's most popular remote-worker pathway. Requires ~$38k/yr income, leads to residency in 5 years, citizenship eligible after that.

Min income

$38,280/yr

Processing

60-90 days

Duration

24 months

Leads to residency

Yes

Citizenship eligible

After 5 yrs

Requirements

What you'll need

01Remote employment or contracts
02Income proof 4x Portuguese minimum wage
03Clean criminal record
04Health insurance
05Portuguese tax ID (NIF)

Where you can use it

Cities in PT

Lisbon

Sun-soaked Atlantic capital with a thriving digital nomad scene, friendly visa pathways, and EU access — but rising rents.

Porto

Lisbon's quieter, cheaper sibling. Same D7/D8 visa pathways, port wine, and a tighter expat community.

Source

Portugal Ministério dos Negócios Estrangeiros

Primary gov source · 5/5

Last verified Jun 18, 2026View official page →

Not legal advice. Visa rules change frequently. Always verify current requirements with the official source above, or consult a licensed immigration attorney before applying.