Live and Work in Portugal as a Digital Nomad

Let our legal team handle your visa application with a service built specifically for digital nomads. Our price is competitive, and most importantly, it’s transparent: no added translation costs, no hidden fees, and no last-minute surprises.

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Portugal Digital Nomad Visa Options

Depending on whether you work remotely, earn passive income, want to start a business, or already have a local job offer, there are different visas that could fit your situation.

D7 Passive Income Visa

Retired People, Investors, and Individuals with Passive Income

A long-term residency visa designed for non-EU citizens who can demonstrate stable passive income from sources such as pensions, rental properties, dividends, or other investments. This visa allows applicants and their families to settle in Portugal while proving they have the financial means to support themselves without relying on local employment.

D8 Digital Nomad Visa

Remote Workers, Freelancers, and Entrepreneurs

A residency visa created for non-EU citizens who earn steady income of at least €3,480 per month from remote work, freelancing, or running a business for clients outside Portugal. This visa lets applicants and their families establish legal residency in Portugal while working online, with access to healthcare, education, and long-term residency rights.

D2 Entrepreneur Visa

Entrepreneurs, Business Owners, and Startup Founders

 

A residency visa for non-EU citizens who plan to start, invest in, or expand a business in Portugal. Applicants must present a viable business plan and demonstrate sufficient funds to establish and operate their company, while contributing to the local economy. Spouses and dependents can also be included in the application.

D1 Work Visa

Employees, Specialists, and Professionals

Digital nomads who are interested in working for a Portuguese company, or who have already received a job offer from a local employer, can apply for the D1 visa. This is a residency visa based on local employment, requiring a signed contract with a Portuguese employer and proof of qualifications for the role.

Our Success in Numbers

Trusted by Hundreds of Digital Nomads Worldwide

Over 600 applications completed (across several countries)
About a 98% overall approval rate
Clients from 40+ countries (and counting)
Fastest average turnaround time in the industry (typically under 3 months)

What We Offer

We’ll guide you through a process that can otherwise feel overwhelming. We’ve done it many times before, and we’ll make sure your application is handled the right way so that nothing important gets missed.

All-in-One Service

Complete Visa Application Handling

We handle every aspect of your Estonian digital nomad visa from start to finish, including document preparation, sworn translations, apostilles, and submission to ensure nothing gets rejected. We’re not just a platform, we’re digital nomads ourselves, and we’ve created the kind of visa service we wish we had when we started.

Our Client Protection

100% Money-Back Guarantee

We stand behind every application we take on. If your visa gets refused because we made a mistake, whether that’s missing a deadline, submitting something wrong, or giving you the wrong instructions, you’ll get a full refund. No fine print, no surprises, and no hoops to jump through (which is why so many nomads trust us with their applications).

Tailored to Your Situation

Expert Estonian Immigration Lawyers

We want to be able to look you in the eye and tell you that your application is handled by the best (and we really do mean the best). That’s why our Estonia team is led by Tatiana Gospodinova, who will personally accompany you to submit your application at the Police and Border Guard Board and handle all communications with Estonian authorities throughout the entire process.

Fair and Transparent Pricing

Great Value for Money

We built our service to give you the best value for money. Instead of being overcharged or pushed into unnecessary extras, you’ll pay one clear, upfront fee that covers your entire case. We’ll also assign you a dedicated US-based case manager who will give you weekly updates (and of course, our entire team will be there to help you with anything you need along the way).

Our Portuguese Legal Expert

Learn who will be handling your digital nomad visa application.

Thiago Vieira, LL.B.

Licensed Attorney, Portuguese Bar Association

Thiago is widely recognized as one of Portugal’s leading immigration lawyers, with a deep understanding of the legal frameworks that affect digital nomads and international professionals. Having transitioned from a successful career in the tech industry to practicing law, he brings both entrepreneurial insight and legal expertise to every case he handles. This combination is exactly why we feel so confident putting your application in his hands (because we know he can align the practical realities of global mobility with the official requirements of Portuguese immigration law).

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What Our Clients Say

More than 600 clients have worked with us. Read their real, unfiltered experiences on independent platforms.

Quick, helpful person doing all work, always good instruction on progress and all questions answered clear and to understand. SIMPLY the best help you get.

Jesper

I had been trying to get an appointment for over two months, I changed agencies… Yiannis was extremely helpful throughout the entire process and replied quickly to emails. Would 100% recommend it.

Evann DT

After trying to get this done myself, I decided to engage these guys. Signed up online, simple, easy form, smooth payment, quick polite follow up with clear instructions. The result obtained within the promised window, even sooner than expected. Recommended.

Denis

As a first time buyer in Spain, I was really naive to the process. Yiannis processed my application expertly. Communication was excellent and the process really helped to manage my stress levels. Thank you, I would definitely recommend this business.

Will Smith

The response time of the staff was very short. They addressed our questions very swiftly and adequately. Also provided appropriate advice so that as clients we knew what was expected.

Johannes Kip

Rated Excellent · Zero negative reviews

4.8 / 5

Let Us Plan Your Move to Portugal

Get expert guidance on the best visa route for your situation. Our team will review your profile and create a personalized roadmap for your Portuguese digital nomad visa.

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about the Estonian Digital Nomad Visa application process

Do I have to apply in person at the consulate?

Yes, the first step will always take place at the Portuguese consulate in the country where you legally live. After you arrive in Portugal, we’ll guide you through the in-person residence permit appointment with AIMA (the immigration office here). You won’t have to figure out the process alone — we’ll prep you, chase documents, and keep you updated the whole way.

For most clients, it takes about 5 to 6 months from submitting your application at the consulate to getting your visa approved. Once you arrive in Portugal, it usually takes another 4 to 5 months to receive your residence permit card. There can be waiting periods between steps, but we’ll keep you updated every week so you always know exactly where things stand.

Yes. You’ll need proof of accommodation, even if it’s a short-term rental, to include in your application. We don’t book housing for clients, but we’ll share trusted platforms, tips, and local contacts that have worked for other applicants. Either way, we’ll guide you through the process, give you honest advice, and make sure you understand the market before you commit to anything.

Absolutely. You can include your spouse or partner, and even children, under your application. If your partner is applying with you, we offer 50% off their legal fee (so you can put more of your budget toward your new life in Portugal, not paperwork).

Think of it like this: the D8 is for remote workers earning active income from clients or employers outside Portugal, while the D7 is for people living off passive income such as pensions, dividends, or rental income. We handle both and will tell you straight away which one you qualify for, so there’s no guesswork or wasted time.

If you become a resident, you’ll need to declare your worldwide income here (but that doesn’t always mean you’ll pay taxes here). That’ll depend on your home country’s tax rules, whether there’s a double tax treaty, and your total income.

Not necessarily. You can apply from any country where you have legal residency for at least the next six months. If you’re already living abroad, there’s a good chance you can apply there instead, and we’ll confirm this for you as part of your eligibility assessment.

The basics are proof of income, proof of accommodation, private health insurance, and a clean criminal record. Once you sign on, we’ll send you a full personalized checklist (and double-check everything before it goes to the consulate so nothing gets sent back).