Not-European citizen

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Foreign citizens from non-EU countries
To spend more than 90 days in Portugal, they must obtain a short-term visa (less than 1 year) or a residence visa (more than 1 year) at the local Portuguese Embassy .
The residence visa allows you to enter Portuguese territory and request a temporary residence permit from the Immigration Authority (AIMA).

The temporary residence permit allows you to live, work and study in Portugal, as well as the possibility of family reunification. Furthermore, citizens can travel without a visa throughout the Schengen area, which includes 26 European countries.

D2 visa

The D2 visa is granted to entrepreneurs or self-employed workers who wish to reside in Portugal. In particular, there are no minimum investment requirements. However, applicants must demonstrate the economic, social, scientific, technological or cultural relevance of their business project and have the financial means to support the investment and themselves. Self-employed workers must also demonstrate that they have a service contract with a Portuguese company. Dependent family members can be included in the D2 visa application, which has an initial validity of two years, with the possibility of renewal for three years.

Digital nomad visa

The digital nomad visa is intended for people who can demonstrate that they have an employment relationship or freelance business with a non-resident entity. This means they must have valid contracts and documents to support the visa application. It is aimed at those who work remotely and offers an attractive option for those who want to enjoy the benefits of living in Portugal while maintaining their employment outside the country.

Visa D7

The D7 visa is intended for foreign citizens who live on a pension or passive income. Applicants must demonstrate that they have a regular and steady inflow of pension or passive income, which may include dividends, real estate income, royalties or financial investments.

Other residence permits:

Portugal also offers residence permits for entrepreneurs and highly skilled workers. The Start-up Visa is ideal for foreign entrepreneurs who wish to develop innovative projects in Portugal. The Tech Visa allows skilled workers from non-EU countries to access jobs created by Portuguese companies, especially those operating globally.