Portugal has announced that it will be launching a new digital nomad visa on October 30, 2022. This is great news for remote workers and digital nomads looking for a new place to call home. Here’s what you need to know about the new visa.

Portugal’s new digital nomad visa will allow remote workers and digital nomads to live and work in Portugal for up to one year or apply for residency to stay longer.

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Portugal Digital Nomad Visa Requirements

You’ll need to make four times the national minimum wage to live and work in Portugal. We did the maths for you, and that’s about $2,750 a month.

You can apply from October 30th, 2022, for the following options:

  • Temporary visa for up to one year
  • Residency permit that can be renewed for up to five years

To apply, visit the Portugal Consulate in your home country or visit Portugal’s immigration agency, Serviço de Estrangeiros e Fronteiras.

You’ll need to show proof of income for the last three months, submit tax residency documents, and a contract of employment (or proof of self-employment).

Digital nomads and remote workers will apply for a Portuguese visa that will allow them to stay in the country for up to one year.

The new visa, which is set to launch on October 30, 2022, will require applicants to make four times the national minimum wage, or about $2,750 a month. Those who wish to stay longer can apply for a residency permit that can be renewed for up to five years.

With its stunning scenery, friendly people, and great food, Portugal is an ideal destination for those who want to live and work abroad. So if you’re looking for a change of scenery, be sure to check out Portugal’s new digital nomad visa.

Start planning your next big move by reading our guide featuring the best places to live in Portugal.

About Melissa Giroux

Melissa Giroux founded abrokenbackpack.com in 2015. She is been living abroad since 2014. Originally Canadian, she has been living and working online in many destinations around the world. She is passionate about traveling, technology, entrepreneurship, and CrossFit.

She has traveled extensively in Asia, Oceania, Europe, and North America. She is now living in Thailand.