Portugal

Portugal D7 Visa: the 183-Day Rule, Passive Income Requirements and D7 vs D8

Portugal's D7 visa in 2026: the €920 minimum passive income, €11,040 deposit, the 183-day presence rule, required documents and how the D7 compares with the D8.

Spain vs Portugal Golden Visa: Spain closed, Portugal active

Compare Portugal's active Art. 90.º-A route with Spain's closed investor residence route. Spain Golden Visa closed to new applicants from 3 April 2025.

All Portugal Visa Types for Short and Long Stay

Portugal offers a diverse range of options for short-term and long-term stays, including the Digital Nomad Visa and the Golden Visa for investors. This guide outlines visa requirements and how to transition to citizenship.

Portugal NHR Abolished: What IFICI Replaced It With and What Investors Need to Know in 2026

Portugal's NHR closed in 2024; IFICI replaced it — a narrower, activity-based regime the Golden Visa does not confer. What investors must know.

Portugal D8 Digital Nomad Visa: Requirements and Application Guide

Portugal's D8 digital nomad visa in 2026: temporary stay vs residence routes, income thresholds, per-route document checklists, costs, processing times, and D7/D2 comparison.

How to Get Portugal Golden Visa: Requirements, Benefits and Process

Portugal Golden Visa program is appealing since maintaining the status does not involve travelling to Portugal or passing any tests. Despite the investment program's popularity, the government will restrict the application of certain options.

Portugal Golden Visa vs D7 Visa: Detailed Comparison

Golden Visa and D7 Visa in Portugal are different documents aimed at different people. Golden Visa is designed for investors having at least €250,000 and D7 — for people with a passive income of at least €920 per month.

Portugal Golden Visa Update: What Changed and How to Apply

Recent news about the Portugal Golden Visa has made investors worried whether the program is still available. The update eliminated 2 investment options, but there are 4 other ways for foreigners to get a residence permit in Portugal.

Renewal of a Portugal Golden Visa Extending a Portuguese Residence Permit

Portugal Golden Visa is granted for 2 years. Then, if the investor wants to keep the status, it must be renewed every 2 years. The process of renewal is faster than the initial procedure of obtaining a Golden visa. It takes up to 3 months.