Portugal

Portugal · Digital Nomad / Remote Work

Temporary stay visa and residence permit for digital nomads

Portugal's official government portal describes a temporary-stay visa and residence-permit route for digital nomads, with separate documentary conditions for employees and independent workers.

Portugal · Skilled Worker

Residence for employed (subordinate) work

A Portuguese long-stay path for non-EU workers with a work contract or promise of contract for subordinate employment. Applicants typically obtain a residence visa abroad (about four months to enter and apply for a residence permit), then a temporary residence permit that is generally renewable. After five years of legal temporary residence, permanent or EC long-term residence may be available when language, means, and other conditions are met.

Portugal · Study to PR

Residence for study (higher and secondary education)

A Portuguese study residence route for non-EU students admitted to higher or secondary education. Applicants usually obtain a residence visa (about four months to enter and apply for a residence permit), then a temporary residence permit that is typically valid for one year and renewable. Higher-education study time counts by half toward long-term residence. After studies, work is possible with a separate temporary residence permit.

Portugal · Financially Independent

Residence visa for retirees and people living on their own income (D7)

A residence visa for third-country nationals who can support themselves in Portugal from a pension or their own income, without taking up local employment.

Digital Nomad / Remote Work

Routes for remote workers earning income outside the destination country.

Skilled Worker

Employment, occupation-list, and points-based skilled migration routes.

Study to PR

Education pathways that may lead to work authorization and permanent residence.

Financially Independent

Routes for people who can support themselves without local work, through savings, pensions, or passive income.