What Is the D8 Visa?
Portugal's D8 visa (introduced 2022) allows non-EU remote workers to live in Portugal while working for a foreign employer or as a freelancer. Minimum income requirement: 4x the Portuguese minimum wage (~€3,280/month in 2026). The visa comes with favorable tax treatment under certain conditions.
D8 vs D7 — What's the Difference?
The D7 is for passive income (pensions, investments). The D8 is for active remote work income. If you're a freelancer or remote employee earning from outside Portugal, the D8 is likely your visa. Both lead to permanent residency and citizenship after 5 years.
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