Individual services · Portugal visas

Pick the residency route that genuinely fits your family and income

D1, D2, D7, D8 and the Golden Visa each suit very different profiles. We assess your situation first, then decide direction.

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Founders, business owners, self-employed professionals

D2 — Entrepreneur visa

Designed for those starting or expanding a business in Portugal, or working as an independent professional with overseas clients. A full business plan and proof of sufficient capital are required.

Best fit for

Cross-border founders

Small business owners

Independent professionals serving overseas clients

Get an assessment for this visa

Key requirements

Full business plan with feasibility analysis
Company registration documents or clear evidence of intent
Combined personal and business funds of at least €11,040 per year
Portuguese tax number (NIF) and bank account
Proof of Portuguese address (formal lease, ideally 12+ months)
Criminal record clearance (for ages 16+)
Travel medical insurance

Main advantages

Family reunification for spouse, minor children and dependent parents
No restrictions on working or running a business in Portugal
Eligibility for permanent residence or Portuguese citizenship after 5 compliant years
Visa-free travel across 29 Schengen states

The information above is general and does not constitute legal advice. Specific documents, income thresholds and outcomes follow the latest rules of the Portuguese authorities.

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Five visa routes at a glance

The summary below is informational and based on public sources. Final criteria, document requirements and outcomes follow the latest rules of the Portuguese authorities.

Foreign hires with a Portuguese employer or contract

D1 — Work visa

For foreign nationals already hired by a Portuguese company under a formal labour contract, granting legal residence and access to the social security system.

Key requirements

· Portuguese labour contract or formal job offer
· Valid passport covering the residence period
· Portuguese tax number (NIF) and bank account
· Proof of Portuguese address (formal lease)
· Criminal record clearance (for ages 16+)
· Travel medical insurance

Main advantages

· Family reunification for spouse and minor children
· Public healthcare (SNS) once contributing to social security
· Eligibility for permanent residence or citizenship after 5 compliant years
· Visa-free travel across 29 Schengen states

Founders, business owners, self-employed professionals

D2 — Entrepreneur visa

Designed for those starting or expanding a business in Portugal, or working as an independent professional with overseas clients. A full business plan and proof of sufficient capital are required.

Key requirements

· Full business plan with feasibility analysis
· Company registration documents or clear evidence of intent
· Combined personal and business funds of at least €11,040 per year
· Portuguese tax number (NIF) and bank account
· Proof of Portuguese address (formal lease, ideally 12+ months)
· Criminal record clearance (for ages 16+)
· Travel medical insurance

Main advantages

· Family reunification for spouse, minor children and dependent parents
· No restrictions on working or running a business in Portugal
· Eligibility for permanent residence or Portuguese citizenship after 5 compliant years
· Visa-free travel across 29 Schengen states

Retirees, investors and others with steady passive income

D7 — Passive income visa

For applicants with stable passive income — pensions, rentals, dividends, royalties — who don't need to work or run a business in Portugal. Real, ongoing residence is expected.

Key requirements

· Main applicant: monthly income of at least €920 (€11,040 / year)
· Spouse: an additional 50% (≈ €1,380 / month)
· Each child: an additional 30% (≈ €276 / month)
· Proof of passive income (pension, rentals, dividends, etc.)
· Portuguese tax number (NIF) and bank account
· Proof of Portuguese address (formal lease, ideally 12+ months)
· Criminal record clearance (for ages 16+)
· Travel medical insurance

Main advantages

· Family reunification for spouse, children and dependent parents
· Suited to long-term living and retirement, with relatively affordable cost of living
· Eligibility for permanent residence or Portuguese citizenship after 5 compliant years
· Visa-free travel across 29 Schengen states

Remote employees of overseas companies and freelancers serving overseas clients

D8 — Digital nomad visa

Designed for remote workers and freelancers earning from outside Portugal. The minimum monthly income required is four times the Portuguese minimum wage.

Key requirements

· Monthly income of at least €3,680 (€44,160 / year — 4× Portuguese minimum wage)
· Foreign employment or freelance service contract
· Recent income proof (bank statements or payslips)
· Portuguese tax number (NIF) and bank account
· Proof of Portuguese address (formal lease, ideally 12+ months)
· Criminal record clearance (for ages 16+)
· Travel medical insurance

Main advantages

· Income remains entirely outside Portugal — no need for local employment
· Family reunification for spouse, children and dependent parents
· Eligibility for permanent residence or Portuguese citizenship after 5 compliant years
· Visa-free travel across 29 Schengen states

ARI

Investors seeking Portuguese residency through investment

Golden Visa (ARI)

ARI (Autorização de Residência para Investimento) grants residency to foreign investors via approved investment activities, with no long-term physical residence requirement.

Key requirements

· Investment fund subscription of at least €500,000 (qualifying funds only)
· Capital transfer of at least €1,500,000
· Or creation of at least 10 local jobs
· Portuguese tax number (NIF) and bank account
· Criminal record clearance (for ages 16+)
· Travel medical insurance

Main advantages

· Only 14 days of physical presence required every two years
· Family reunification for spouse, minor children and dependent parents
· Eligibility for permanent residence or citizenship after 5 years of holding
· Visa-free travel across 29 Schengen states

How we work

The standard cadence of a visa case

Initial consultation

We learn your goals and current situation, then propose a realistic direction and timeline.

Background review

We organise income, family, prior visa, tax and corporate history to identify risks.

Plan confirmation

Based on the review, we agree on the recommended path, expected duration and fee structure.

Document checklist

A detailed checklist with templates clarifies what's needed on the source side and in Portugal.

Engagement

Sign the formal service agreement; payment is staged and responsibilities are explicit.

Submission

Our local team handles submission, appointment booking and document verification.

Progress updates

Status updates at every milestone via WeChat or email — no information black box.

Long-term care

After arrival we continue with renewals, tax, company and property matters as needed.

SHIJIA · 1-on-1 advisor

Run a background review before committing to a visa route

We'll recommend a path and a realistic timeline based on your work, family, income and how long you intend to live in Portugal.

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