D7 Passive Income Visa is It is one of the most affordable paths to European residency and eventual Portuguese citizenship.
Key Requirements
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Passive Income | €920/mo minimum (above Portuguese minimum wage) — in practice EUR 1,200+ recommended |
| Accommodation | Proof of housing in Portugal (rental contract or property ownership) |
| Health Insurance | Valid health insurance or access to Portuguese NHS |
| Clean Record | No criminal record |
| NIF | Portuguese tax number (NIF) required before application |
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What qualifies as passive income for D7?
Pensions, rental income, dividends, interest, royalties, and stable remote employment income. The key is that it comes from outside Portugal.
Can remote workers get a D7 visa?
Yes. Since 2022, remote workers with stable foreign income can apply for D7. However, if your income is primarily employment-based, the Digital Nomad Visa may be more appropriate.
Does D7 lead to citizenship?
Yes. After 5 years D7 holders can apply for permanent residence; Portuguese citizenship requires 10 years (7 for CPLP and EU nationals). Portugal allows dual citizenship.
What are the tax implications?
Portugal's IFICI regime (“NHR 2.0”) can apply for 10 years, but only to listed activities such as research, start-ups and certain highly qualified jobs; a D7 holder living on passive income does not qualify by default. Confirm with the Portuguese tax authority.
Is D7 better than the Golden Visa?
D7 requires no investment but requires actual residence in Portugal. Golden Visa requires significant investment and a minimum stay of 7 days in the first year and 14 days in each following two-year period.