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Portugal D8 Nomad Visa

1-year renewable visa for remote workers

Requirements

  • Proof of remote work or freelance income
  • Minimum monthly income: €3,040 (4x Portuguese minimum wage)
  • Valid employment contract or client agreements
  • Clean criminal record from your home country
  • Health insurance for the duration of stay

The Process

  1. Apply at the Portuguese consulate in your home country
  2. Wait 4-8 months for processing
  3. Once approved, travel to Portugal to get residency card
  4. Valid for 1 year, renewable for up to 5 years
  5. After 5 years, apply for permanent residency
💡 Nomad Tip: Start the process early. Processing times vary by consulate, and some require in-person appointments. Lisbon and Porto have great co-working scenes with reliable WiFi for remote work.