D8 – Digital nomad (remote work) visa

Remote employees and freelancers working for foreign clients.

Figures last checked 2026-10-14. Items marked check could not be fully confirmed on an official page.

Who it's for: Remote workers employed by, or freelancing for, entities outside Portugal. Two options: temporary stay (under 1 year) or residency. [MNE Vistos – Residency visa documents]
Minimum income / savings: Average monthly income over the last 3 months of at least 4× the minimum wage: €3680/month in 2026. [MNE Vistos – Means of subsistence]
Fees: Per MNE fee table. Not confirmed on an official page; check the source.check [MNE Vistos – Fees]
Processing time: See MNE deadlines.check [MNE Vistos – Deadlines]
Initial permit & renewal: Temporary-stay version: up to 1 year, multiple entries. Residency version: Residency visa: 4 months, 2 entries; then apply to AIMA for a residence permit. [MNE Vistos – Type of visa]
Path to PR / citizenship: Permanent residence after 5 years of legal residence; citizenship by naturalisation after 10 years (7 for CPLP/EU nationals) under rules in force since 19 May 2026 (residency version only). [Justiça – new nationality rules from 19 May 2026]
Family members: Reunification generally after 2 years (Lei 61/2025).check [Lei 61/2025 (Diário da República)]
Tax notes (IFICI / NHR 2.0): Tax residence depends on days/home in PT; IFICI only if the activity is eligible. [Portal das Finanças – IFICI leaflet]
Where to apply: Consulate, then AIMA (residency version). [MNE Vistos – Residency visa documents]

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