Portugal D8 Digital Nomad Visa — for American remote workers
The D8 Visa (Visto Nómada Digital) was launched in October 2022, specifically for remote professionals. Unlike the D7 (passive income), D8 is designed for people who actively work from Portugal for foreign employers.
Economic requirements
- Minimum monthly income: €3,680/month (~$4,000 USD) = 4× Portuguese minimum wage
- Show via: employment contracts, client invoices, tax returns, bank statements
Two D8 modalities
Modality 1: D8 with Residence Visa (long-term)
- Initial visa 4 months → upon arrival in Portugal, request Residence Card
- Initial validity 2 years, renewable
- Direct path to Permanent Residency + Citizenship
Modality 2: D8 with Temporary Stay Visa
- For those coming for up to 1 year
- Does not count toward permanent residency
Key differences vs D7
| Item | D7 (Passive Income) | D8 (Digital Nomad) |
|---|---|---|
| Min income | €920/month | €3,680/month |
| Remote work | “Permitted” (gray) | Explicitly permitted |
| Best for | Retirees, rentiers | Active professionals |
| Path to EU citizenship | 5 years | 5 years |
NHR tax regime
Through 2023, Portugal offered the NHR regime with tax benefits. Eliminated for new applicants in 2024, replaced by IFICI (much more limited).
Total costs
- Consulate in US: ~$120 USD
- Apostilles + translations: $300-$500 USD
- Health insurance: €300-€800
- SEF/AIMA: €80-€180
- Total initial: ~$3,000-$6,000 USD
Official source: SEF/AIMA Portugal
Last verified: 2026-06-10.
General procedural information for educational purposes. Not legal, tax, or immigration advice. Laws and fees change — verify with the issuing agency before taking action. For case-specific guidance, consult a licensed immigration attorney or other appropriate professional.
Related procedural information
- USCIS Form I-407 — abandonment of LPR status — formal renunciation procedure
- IRS tax obligations as a US citizen abroad — citizens file regardless of residence
- Social Security totalization agreements — avoiding double SS coverage
- Find an international tax attorney — for renunciation and exit-tax cases
- Consulate of your destination country — pre-departure documentation