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Get your D8, Digital Nomad Visa with Touchdown and without stress
Relocating shouldn't feel like navigating a maze. We give you direct access to an expert legal team and a step-by-step path to securing your route to Portugal—no guesswork, no surprises.
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€2500
one-time
What's Included
Transparent pricing and thoughtfully crafted paperwork, for every application.
Dedicated immigration lawyer
Portuguese bank account
Lease agreement review
Continuous legal support
1 hour immigration consultation
Portuguese NIF (Fiscal Number)
Appointment management
Document preparation and review
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Why use Touchdown?
We support you through the whole process
Applying for a visa usually involves dealing with bureaucracy, paperwork and several consultants giving conflicting advice. Touchdown ensures you have total clarity by providing clear milestones and reliable communication every step of the way.
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Book a call and receive a visa application plan, tailored to your needs
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Sit back knowing your application was carefully prepared by experts
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Applying for a D8 Digital Nomad Visa?Watch this first
Everything you need to know about applying for a D7 residency visa in Portugal.
Benefits of the D8 Digital Nomad Visa
Live and work remotely from Portugal with visa-free Schengen travel, access to public services, and a path to residency and citizenship—all from one of Europe’s most vibrant, affordable countries.
D8 Benefits
Visa-free travel across the Schengen Area
Pathway to permanent residency and/or Citizenship after five years
Access to tax efficient regimes like NHR 2.0 (IFICI) and IRS Jovem
Join a vibrant culture with a thriving and connected community
Mild climate, beautiful landscapes and 300+ days of sun annually
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What are the eligibility requirements?
Portugal's residency pathway for remote workers, freelancers, and entrepreneurs earning income from outside the country.
The D8 offers a legal and flexible route to living in Portugal while continuing your international work. To qualify for the D8 Visa, you must:
Be a citizen of a country outside the European Economic Area, Switzerland, or Andorra.
Earn a minimum of €3,480/month from remote work (employment, freelancing, or as a business owner).
Be over 18 and have a clean criminal record.
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Your most common questions, answered
FAQs
The digital nomad visa (D8) allows foreigners to live in Portugal while working for non-Portuguese companies as employees, contractors, or freelancers.
Communication with your dedicated account manager is done by e-mail. This ensures you always have clear and personalised guidance. You can also request a WhatsApp group with the Touchdown team if preferred.
No. Our pricing is clear and upfront. Everything included in your package is explained before you begin — no surprises. Please note that third-party costs like official translations (if your documents are not in Portuguese or English) and consular or AIMA fees are not included.
You'll submit your application at the Portuguese consulate that covers your place of residence. We'll help you confirm the correct location and prepare everything accordingly.
Absolutely. We work with individuals, couples, and families — and we'll make sure each application is properly prepared and submitted together.
Yes, for documents like criminal records or marriage certificates. We'll let you know exactly which ones need legalization and how to do it in your country.
Yes. We'll guide you through what's missing and help you stay on track — from your first document to your final submission.
If you'd like clarity on which visa is right for you, simply click "Get started" on this page to launch the Touchdown Advisor. The Advisor flow will ask you some basic questions and recommend the right visa for you. You'll then be able to book an introduction call with our immigration team to discuss this recommendation and next steps.
More questions to ask? Reach out to our responsive team.
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