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Portugal Digital Nomad Visa
D8 Digital Nomad Visa
Portugal’s D8 visa is one of Europe’s most popular routes for remote workers — it leads toward residency and eventually citizenship, and gives access to the whole Schengen Area. You apply from your home country, then collect a residence permit after arrival.
Income requirement
About €3,680/month (4× the Portuguese minimum wage), averaged over the 3 months before applying.
How long it lasts
Issued for up to 1 year, renewable as a residence permit (a path toward permanent residency).
Processing time
Roughly 1–3 months for the consular visa, then a residence-permit appointment after arrival.
Cost
Around €180–250 in visa and residence-permit fees combined (varies by consulate).
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Most applications require proof of valid medical cover for your whole stay. Nomad-friendly travel insurance is the simplest way to meet it.
Get nomad travel insurancePortugal digital nomad visa requirements
- Non-EU/EEA/Swiss nationality (EU citizens don’t need it)
- Proof of remote income ~€3,680/month from outside Portugal (employment or freelance contracts)
- Around €11,040 in savings
- Valid health insurance covering Portugal
- Clean criminal record and proof of accommodation
How to get a digital nomad visa in Portugal
- 1Get a Portuguese NIF (tax number) and open a Portuguese bank account
- 2Gather income proof, savings, insurance, criminal record and accommodation documents
- 3Apply for the D8 visa at your nearest Portuguese consulate (or via VFS)
- 4Travel to Portugal on the visa, then attend your AIMA appointment to collect the residence permit
Cost
Around €180–250 in visa and residence-permit fees combined (varies by consulate).
Money proof
Plus savings of roughly €11,040 (about 12× the minimum wage) recommended in your account.
Tax — read before you commit
Spending 183+ days a year usually makes you a Portuguese tax resident. The old NHR scheme has closed to most new arrivals; a narrower successor exists — get professional tax advice.
Set up for working remotely in Portugal
Two things every nomad sorts on day one — data the moment you land, and a VPN for café and coworking WiFi.
Apply at the official source: Portugal visa portal (vistos.mne.gov.pt)
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What is the income requirement for Portugal’s digital nomad visa?
About €3,680 per month for 2026 — four times the Portuguese minimum wage — shown over the three months before you apply, plus recommended savings of around €11,040. Thresholds rise with the minimum wage each year.
How long does the Portugal D8 visa last?
It’s issued for up to a year and then becomes a renewable residence permit, putting you on a path toward permanent residency and, eventually, citizenship.
Can I bring my family on the D8 visa?
Yes — spouses and dependent children can join through family reunification, though you’ll need to show extra income (typically +50% for a spouse and +30% per child).
Do I pay tax in Portugal as a digital nomad?
If you stay 183+ days a year you’re generally a tax resident. The well-known NHR regime has closed to most newcomers, so get professional advice on your situation.
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Last checked June 2026. Visa rules and income thresholds change often — many are tied to local wages and adjust yearly. This is general information, not legal or immigration advice; always confirm the current requirements at the official source above before applying or booking. Some links are affiliate links; Wavvia may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you.