What is the Portugal Digital Nomad Visa (D8) and how do I apply?

Short answer: Long-stay visa for remote workers and freelancers earning at least 4× Portuguese minimum wage (~€3,480/month) from foreign sources.

The D8 has two tracks: temporary-stay (1 year, renewable) and residency (2 years, leads to permanent residence at year 5). You need 12 months of income proof, a foreign employer or client roster (Portuguese-domiciled work doesn't count), clean criminal record, accommodation, NIF, and health insurance. Build your file in our Visa Journey and run Visa Advisor to confirm the route fits.