Rank #60

Portugal

Southern Europe • UTC+1 • Europe/Lisbon

Monthly Cost

$1,480

-32% vs USA

Internet

235 Mbps

Mobile Avg

Monthly Cost

$1,480

-32% vs USA

Internet

235 Mbps

Mobile Avg

D7 Passive Income Visa

For retirees and individuals with stable passive income such as pensions, rentals, or dividends.

Min. Income

€820/month (Passive)

Per Applicant

Processing

3–4 Months

Average Time

Validity

2 Years (Renewable)

Standard Residence Permit

Citizenship

5 Years

Years to Apply

Eligibility & Required Docs

Eligibility Requirements

Proof of passive income (pension, dividends, rental income)
Clean criminal record
Valid private health insurance
Portuguese tax number (NIF)
Proof of accommodation in Portugal

Required Documents

NIF Number
Bank statements (last 6 months)
Proof of accommodation (12-month lease or property ownership)
Criminal record certificate from home country
Valid passport
Health insurance coverage

Residency Rules

Taxation

Residents are taxed on worldwide income under Portuguese tax law. The Non-Habitual Resident (NHR) tax regime was largely ended in 2024, though limited incentives remain for certain professions.

Physical Presence

Must spend at least 183 days per year in Portugal or maintain a habitual residence there.

Advantages

Low income requirement compared to most EU visas
Path to permanent residency and EU citizenship
Access to the Schengen travel area
Affordable cost of living compared to Western Europe

Disadvantages

Must spend significant time in Portugal
Bureaucracy and processing delays can occur
Rising housing costs in major cities like Lisbon and Porto

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