D8 Digital Nomad Residence Visa

About this Visa

The Portugal D8 Digital Nomad Visa allows you to live in Portugal while working remotely for a company or clients outside the country. It is designed for freelancers, remote workers, and digital nomads who earn a stable foreign income. This visa lets you live in Portugal long-term and travel freely within the European Schengen Area. You can bring your family with you, and after five years, you can apply for Portuguese citizenship. Unlike other visas, this one requires active income from work, not passive income from investments. You must prove you have a job or clients based outside Portugal.

Key Benefits

• Live in Portugal legally for up to 5 years
• Work remotely for your foreign employer or clients
• Travel visa-free to 29 European countries (Schengen Zone)
• Bring your spouse and dependent children with you
• Access Portugal public healthcare system (SNS) once you are a resident
• Apply for Portuguese citizenship or permanent residence after 5 years
• Start your 5-year citizenship clock the day you apply, not when approved

Eligibility & Requirements