What is the minimum income requirement for the D8 visa?

You must demonstrate a monthly income of at least four times Portugal's national minimum wage -- approximately 3,680 euros in 2026. You also need to show savings of at least 12 times the minimum wage in a bank account. We verify the current thresholds at the time of your application.

Can I choose between a temporary stay visa and a residency visa?

Yes. The temporary stay visa is valid for up to 12 months and does not lead to a residence permit. The residency visa grants a 4-month entry visa, after which you apply for a 2-year residence permit renewable for 3 more years, with a path to permanent residency and citizenship. We advise on which option suits your timeline and goals.

Do I need to rent or buy property in Portugal before applying?

Yes. You must provide proof of accommodation in Portugal -- either a rental agreement or proof of property ownership. For the temporary stay visa, the rental agreement must cover at least 4 months; for the residency visa, at least 12 months. There is no minimum property value or rental price.

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Q: Can my family join me on the D8 visa?

Yes. The residency version of the D8 allows family reunification. Your spouse or legal partner, dependent children, and dependent parents can obtain residence permits. Additional savings must be demonstrated for each family member -- 50 percent of the minimum wage per adult and 30 percent per child.

Full legal coordination from income documentation to residence permit. Handled by licensed Portuguese immigration lawyers for remote workers and freelancers.

For non-EU remote employees and freelancers earning at least 4x Portugal's minimum wage from clients or employers outside Portugal.

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Typical D8 timeline

€3,680/month (4 × DGERT-published 2026 RMMG of €920) -- minimum income from remote employment or freelance contracts outside Portugal

Two visa options -- 1-year temporary stay or residency visa leading to a 2-year permit

Family reunification -- spouse, children, and dependent parents eligible for residence

Client Results

"Remote software engineer with a US employer. The legal team structured my income documentation correctly the first time and guided me through the NIF and bank account process before I even arrived in Portugal."

J. Rivera

Remote employee -- US employer -- Applied from USA, 2024

"Freelance designer with clients across Europe and the US. MovingTo structured my multi-client income proof and handled everything from NIF to AIMA. Residence permit issued, now based in Lisbon."

A. Kowalski

Freelancer -- Multiple clients -- Applied from Poland (non-EU spouse), 2024

"Family of 3 relocating from Dubai. My wife and I both work remotely -- the lawyers handled both income structures and the family reunification paperwork. Smooth process, no resubmissions."

H. & F. Al-Farsi

Family of 3 -- Dual remote income -- Applied from UAE, 2024

"Started with the temporary stay visa to test Lisbon for a year. MovingTo then converted me to the residency visa when I decided to stay. They managed the entire transition seamlessly."

L. Nakamura

Individual applicant -- Remote contractor -- Applied from Japan, 2023

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What is the difference between the D8 and D7 visa?

The D8 is for remote workers and freelancers earning active income from non-Portuguese clients or employers. The D7 is for individuals with passive income such as pensions, rental income, or dividends. If your income comes from remote employment or freelance contracts, the D8 is the correct route.

What is the minimum income requirement?

You must demonstrate a monthly income of at least 4x Portugal's national minimum wage -- approximately €3,680/month (4 × the 2026 Portuguese minimum wage of €920). You also need to show savings of at least 12x the minimum wage (approximately €11,040) in a bank account. We verify the current thresholds at the time of your application.

Should I choose the temporary stay visa or the residency visa?

The temporary stay visa is valid for 12 months and does not lead to a residence permit -- ideal for testing Portugal without a long-term commitment. The residency visa leads to a 2-year permit, renewable for 3 more years, with a path to permanent residency and citizenship. We advise based on your timeline and goals.

Can my family join me on the D8 visa?

Yes, on the residency visa route. Your spouse or legal partner, dependent children, and dependent parents can obtain residence permits through family reunification. Additional savings must be demonstrated -- 50% of the minimum wage per additional adult and 30% per child.

Do I need accommodation in Portugal before applying?

Yes. You must provide proof of accommodation -- a rental agreement or proof of property ownership. For the temporary stay visa, coverage of at least 4 months is required; for the residency visa, at least 12 months. There is no minimum property value or rental price.

What is the timeline from application to residence permit?

The typical end-to-end timeline is 4 to 8 months. This includes documentation preparation, consulate visa processing (typically 30 to 90 days), arrival in Portugal, and the AIMA residence permit appointment. Timelines vary by consulate and AIMA processing capacity.

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Ines Cabral Almeida

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Portuguese Bar Association -- Registration No. 61676P

Specialising in digital nomad and residence visa applications, Ines Cabral Almeida reviews every eligibility assessment and oversees the legal process from income documentation to residence permit issuance.

Applications handled across European immigration programs -- eligibility screened before engagement -- 4 European markets

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