Special Permits

Digital Nomad Visa (D8)

Portugal

The information on this page is for guidance purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Immigration rules change regularly. Final decisions on all visa and residence applications are made by the competent national authority. Always verify requirements with official government sources before applying.

Overview

The Portuguese D8 visa (formerly the passive income visa, now officially the Digital Nomad Visa) allows remote workers with income from abroad to live in Portugal.

Key Eligibility Criteria

Prove remote work income ≥ 4× Portuguese minimum wage (~€3,280/month for 2024)
Health insurance valid in Portugal
Clean criminal record
Proof of accommodation

Required Documents

Valid passport
Proof of remote income
Health insurance
Criminal record certificate
Proof of accommodation
Bank statements (3 months)

Fees

Government Fees

Visa Application Fee€90

Avensa Service Fee

Avensa Service Fee€169

Government fees are set by national authorities and may change. Avensa service fees are separate.

Quick Facts

Processing

4–10 weeks

Duration

1 year; renewable for 2+2 years

Gov. Fee

€90

Documents

6 required

Version Info

Version2024.1

Effective from01 Oct 2022

Last updated15 Jan 2024

Official Source

Official Government Page