Portugal D7 Visa
Move to Portugal on the D7 Visa
You don't have to figure it out alone.
Expatsi helps Americans explore Portugal, understand their visa options, and build a plan for moving abroad.
Why Portugal?
A better quality of life is within reach.
Portugal pairs a lower cost of living with excellent healthcare and easy access to the rest of Europe — without giving up the comforts of home.
Lower cost of living
Enjoy a high quality of life for less.
Excellent healthcare
Access to top-rated public and private healthcare.
Easy access to Europe
Explore Europe easily with affordable travel nearby.
The D7 Visa
A simple pathway to life in Portugal.
The D7 Visa is Portugal's residency pathway for people with passive income, including:
- Social Security
- Pensions
- Rental Income
- Disability
- Investments
If you're retired or approaching retirement, it may be one of the simplest ways to establish residency in Europe.
The Requirements
Passive Income Visa
For individuals with stable passive income. Allows residency, work, and access to healthcare/education. Pathway to citizenship after 10 years of legal residency.
- Processing time
- ~60 days
- Timeline
- 1 year (renewable), 10 years to citizenship
- Difficulty
- Easy
Key requirements
- Proof of sufficient passive income (e.g., pensions, rental income, dividends)
- Clean criminal record
- Valid health insurance
- Proof of accommodation in Portugal
Scouting Trips
Before you move, see Portugal like a future resident.
- We walk neighborhoods
- Meet local experts
- Tour healthcare facilities
- Explore housing options
- Help you understand what daily life actually feels like
We went from dreaming to boarding passes in under a year. Worth every penny.
Dana R.
Expatsi member
Portugal partners who can help
Tania Teixeira
Portugal Guide
Portugal
Holborn Assets
Portugal Golden Visa
Algarve, Portugal
Viv Europe
Portugal Relocation Specialist
Lisbon, Portugal
Simon Conn
International Mortgage Lending
United Kingdom
Pathways
Alternative Education Coach
Lisbon, Portugal
Heather L.
Portugal Local Guide
Portugal
Popular Areas
Where Americans are building a new life.
Porto
Charming, walkable, and rich in culture. A favorite for expats seeking authenticity.
Lisbon
Vibrant, international, and full of life. Perfect for those who love city living.
Silver Coast
Quiet coastal towns, beautiful beaches, and a relaxed pace of life.
Algarve
Sunshine, stunning beaches, and a laid-back lifestyle in the south of Portugal.
Frequently Asked Questions
Your questions, answered.
What is the Portugal D7 Visa?
It's Portugal's residency visa for people with stable passive income — pensions, Social Security, rental income, or investments earned outside Portugal.
How long until I can get residency?
Most applicants plan on several months from decision to approval, depending on document gathering and consulate scheduling.
Can I work in Portugal with a D7 Visa?
The D7 is built around passive income, but it does not forbid work. Many residents freelance or run a business once settled.
Can I bring my spouse or family?
Yes. The D7 supports family reunification, so your spouse and dependents can join you on the same pathway.
Can I become a Portuguese citizen?
The D7 leads to permanent residency and, after the qualifying period, eligibility for citizenship.
How much income is required?
Requirements track Portugal’s minimum wage and change yearly. Expatsi matches you to the current thresholds and the partners who handle the filing.
Other ways to move to Portugal
Move to Portugal on the D2 Entrepreneur Visa
Bring your business, or start one.
Move to Portugal on the D8 Digital Nomad Visa
Keep your job. Change your address.
The Portugal Golden Visa, explained
An EU base, without moving full-time.
You can move abroad.
Thousands of Americans have already done it.
Why not you?