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Portugal D7 Visa for Digital Nomads
Last Updated on 22 April 2024
by Brittany
4 min read
Do you dream of living in Portugal, riding the tramcar, drinking wine while watching the sunset over the beach? Now you can with the Portugal D7 visa!
Portugal is one of the many European countries currently offering a long-stay visa to remote workers and retirees. With this visa, you can live in Portugal for up to one year and work remotely from one of the most beautiful countries in the world.
Previously, we referred to the Portugal D7 visa as a digital nomad visa, as many remote workers are eligible for the visa. However, in October 2022, the government announced an official Portugal digital nomad visa.
The Portugal D7 visa allows you to live in the country for two years on a D7 visa. However, it is renewable and allows you to stay for another three years. After five years of living in Portugal, you can apply for permanent residency if you pass a basic Portuguese language test.
By the end of this article, you know exactly how to apply for the Portugal D7 visa.
Portugal D7 Visa Requirements
Do you meet the requirements to apply for Portugalโs D7 visa? Below are the necessary documents and requirements you must have in order to apply.
- Valid Passport โ Your passport must be valid for at least three months after the length of the visa term.
- Earn Passive Income โ You earn passive income through pensions, rental income, dividends, and investment returns
- 900โฌ per Month โ You must make at least 900โฌ per month and have proof of income and bank statements.ย
- Recent Passport Photo โ You must have recent full-color passport-size photos to submit with your application.
- Proof of Health Insurance โ You must have health insurance coverage for the duration of your visa in Portugal.
- Criminal Background Check โ Run a background check with your local police to prove you have not been convicted of a crime. They take this very seriously!
- Completed Application โ Fill out the application, sign it, and print it to bring to your application appointment.
- Visa Fee โ The fee to apply for Portugalโs digital nomad visa is 83โฌ. There is another fee of 72โฌ for the residence permit.
Please note that the following nationalities are restricted from receiving this visa: Russia, Belarus, Armenia, Iran, Pakistan, Bhutan, Maldives, Ukraine, India, Bangladesh, Nepal, and Sri Lanka.
Steps to Apply
Now that you know the requirements and the documents youโll need to apply for the Portugal D7 visa, weโll tell you exactly what you have to do to submit your application.
Please note that the following nationalities are restricted from receiving this visa: Russia, Belarus, Armenia, Iran, Pakistan, Bhutan, Maldives, Ukraine, India, Bangladesh, Nepal, and Sri Lanka.
Step 1: Obtain Documents, Portugal Tax ID, and Open a Portuguese Bank Account
Collect all of your necessary documents and complete the application.
These include:
- Passport
- Copy of Passport
- Recent Passport Photos
- Completed Application
- Proof of Income
- Proof of Insurance
- Criminal Background Check
- Portugal Tax ID Number (NIF)
- Portuguese Bank Account with Necessary Funds
- Long-Term Accommodations of 1 year
Before your appointment at the consulate to submit your application, you must have a Portugal tax ID, a bank account with at least 12,000โฌ deposited, and an agreement of sale or lease of accommodations for at least one year.
Step 2: Attend Meeting at a Portuguese Embassy or Consulate
Make an appointment with the nearest Portuguese embassy or consulate in your country of residence to submit your visa application.
You may be required to answer some questions and go through an interview process. It depends where you go.
Step 3: Wait for Approval
Wait for your application to be processed and to be notified of a decision.
Step 4: Apply for Residence Permit
Once your visa is approved, you can move to Portugal! When you arrive in the country, you will have to apply for your residence permit. Youโll need to provide the same documents from your consulate appointment as well as your issued visa.
Why Portugal?
Portugal is one of the hottest trending digital nomad destinations. There are massive communities in Lisbon and Porto. You can find hip cafes, restaurants, bars, and awesome coworking spaces in both of these cities.
Plus, every night youโll get to experience stunning sunsets over the Atlantic Ocean and enjoy sunny days on the sandy beaches.
Walk through this European country and admire the architecture, art museums, and incredible cuisine of fresh seafood and delicate pastries. Not to mention, the weather is almost always sunny and warm.
Portugal is a leader in the world for digital nomads. They also opened the very first digital nomad village in February 2021.
Another perk of being a holder of the Portugal digital nomad visa is that youโll have access to the 26 countries in the Schengen Area.
It is important to note that the visa requires you to be in Portugal for 16 months during the two-year visa, and 28 months during the three-year renewal without being out of the country for more than six months at a time.
Another amazing benefit of being a digital nomad in Portugal is the 10-year tax exemption on income not sourced from Portugal. This is known as the โnon-habitual residentโ NHR tax status. Be sure to consult a tax professional in Portugal for more clarification.
Let Us Help You Apply for the Portugal Digital Nomad Visa
Even with this article, it can still be confusing and overwhelming to apply for visas. Luckily, you donโt have to do it alone!
Nomads Embassy offers one-on-one assistance to help you file your application and gather all of the necessary documents you need.
We have hand-selected the best immigration lawyers in Portugal to assist you in applying for the D7 visa in a timely and efficient process.
To request a consultation with our partners, complete the form located in the article.
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๐ Hello world, Iโm Brittany
When Iโm not writing and teaching people how to achieve a location-independent lifestyle, you can find me globetrotting, experiencing new cultures, and working on my amateur photography skills.
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