Portugal Digital Nomad Visa

At a glance

Program

D8 Digital Nomad Visa

Income

~EUR 3,680/month (~4x minimum wage)

Savings

~EUR 11,040

Duration

Visa then 2-year permit; PR/citizenship at 5 years

Tax

Tax resident if >183 days; IFICI 20% for qualifying roles

Benefits

• Path to permanent residence and citizenship after five years.
• Schengen access and high quality of life.
• Route from short-stay visa to a two-year residence permit.
• Family members can be added (spouse +50%, child +30%).

Requirements

• Remote income of ~EUR 3,680/month and ~EUR 11,040 savings.
• Remote work for employers or clients abroad.
• Accommodation, health insurance and a clean record.

Costs

Proof of income

~EUR 3,680/month

Savings

~EUR 11,040

Process

1. 01

   Eligibility check

   Confirm income of about EUR 3,680/month plus around EUR 11,040 in savings.

2. 02

   Document preparation

   Gather income proof, savings, remote-work evidence, accommodation and health insurance.

3. 03

   Application

   Apply at a Portuguese consulate for the D8 visa (short-stay or residence).

4. 04

   Residence permit

   After arrival, convert to a two-year residence permit, renewable in three-year blocks.

5. 05

   PR / citizenship

   After five years of legal residence, apply for permanent residence and (with A2 Portuguese) citizenship.

FAQ

What income is required?

About EUR 3,680 per month (roughly four times the minimum wage) plus around EUR 11,040 in savings; add 50% for a spouse and 30% per child.

Does it lead to citizenship?

Yes. After five years of legal residence you can apply for permanent residence and, with A2 Portuguese, citizenship.

How long is the permit?

A short-stay visa converts to a two-year residence permit, renewable in three-year blocks.

Will I be taxed in Portugal?

If you spend more than 183 days you become a tax resident; the IFICI regime can apply a flat 20% to qualifying roles.