D8 (Digital Nomad)
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The Portugal D8 Digital Nomad Visa is a residence route for eligible non-EU, EEA and Swiss citizens who work remotely for foreign employers or clients and can demonstrate the required income.
The D8 is designed for eligible remote employees, freelancers, contractors and digital professionals whose qualifying income comes from foreign sources.
Yes. Remote employees working for a foreign employer can apply if they meet the income, documentation and other D8 requirements.
Yes. Freelancers and independent professionals can apply when they can demonstrate qualifying ongoing income from foreign clients and meet the other requirements.
Digital entrepreneurs may qualify where their activity and income meet the D8 requirements. The current page specifically refers to online businesses and digital professionals serving international customers.
Yes. Working remotely for a foreign employer is one of the main situations described for the D8.
The current D8 page is designed around foreign-source income. If you are employed by a Portuguese company, another work-based residence route may be more appropriate.
The current page states that the D8 is specifically for foreign-source income. If your income is primarily from Portuguese clients, your circumstances should be assessed before choosing D8.
The current D8 page states a minimum gross income of €3,680 per month for 2026.
The current page describes €3,680 per month as the fixed threshold for the main applicant and states that it does not change with family size.
€3,680 per month corresponds to €44,160 over 12 months. The current page uses the monthly figure as the D8 threshold.
The current page states that the €3,680 monthly income threshold is fixed regardless of household size. The savings requirement, however, increases with family size.
The current page states €11,040 in a Portuguese bank account for the main applicant, plus €5,520 for each additional adult and €3,312 per child.
Yes. The current page states that a Portuguese bank account is required to demonstrate the required savings.
The current page states that a Portuguese NIF is required before opening a bank account or submitting the D8 application.
The current page refers to consistent deposits matching the stated income for at least 3–6 months to demonstrate stable and ongoing remote earnings.
The evidence depends on your work model. Employees may use employment contracts, payslips and bank statements; freelancers may use client contracts, invoices and bank statements; digital businesses may use platform records, business records and ownership evidence.
Typical evidence described on the current page includes an employment contract, proof of salary, bank statements showing regular deposits and confirmation of the remote-work arrangement where required.
The current page identifies active client contracts, invoices and bank statements showing regular foreign income as important evidence for freelancers and contractors.
The current page states that content creators and platform earners can qualify when their income is stable, verifiable and meets the required monthly threshold.
The current page indicates that digital businesses serving international customers may fit the D8 when the applicant can demonstrate qualifying income and activity.
Yes. The current page lists a 12-month rental lease or property deed in Portugal as proof of accommodation.
Yes. The current page specifies health insurance with minimum €30,000 repatriation coverage for the Schengen area and validity throughout the visa period.
Yes. The current page requires a criminal background check covering the relevant countries, including countries where you have lived for 12 months or more during the stated period.
Yes. The current page states that family reunification is available and that qualifying family members receive their own Portuguese residence cards.
The current page states that the initial D8 residence permit is valid for two years.
The exact timeline varies by applicant, country, document preparation, appointment availability and government processing. The current page does not guarantee a fixed approval time.
The current page states an initial 183+ day residence expectation. Residence and absence rules should be considered when planning your stay.
The D8 is designed for eligible remote workers with active foreign-source employment or professional income. The D7 is primarily designed around qualifying passive or own income such as pensions and rental income.
The D8 is designed for qualifying remote work for foreign employers or clients. The D2 is aimed at entrepreneurs and independent professionals establishing or carrying out qualifying business activity in Portugal.
No. Visa and residence decisions are made by the competent authorities. Professional assistance can help with preparation but cannot guarantee approval.
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