James Cave, author of Moving to Portugal Made Simple 
Every visa has its pros and cons, and understanding them is crucial for making the right decision about your move to Portugal. While the D7 visa shares many benefits with other Portuguese residency options, it also has unique characteristics that …
If you’re a non-EU/EEA/Swiss citizen weighing up Spain versus Portugal for a family move, you’re not choosing between good and bad — you’re choosing between two of Europe’s most family-friendly countries. Both offer sunshine, coastal living, international schools, and a …
Since launching Portugalist in 2016, we’ve helped thousands of people — retirees, remote workers, digital nomads, and families — make the move to Portugal. And one question that comes up every now and then is: should I apply for the …
President Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa signed the revised Foreigners Law into effect, after the legislation was approved by 70% of parliament. This new law represents one of the most significant overhauls of immigration rules in recent years. While some changes …
Portugal’s minimum wage is set to rise to €920 per month in 2026, up from €820 in 2024 and €870 in 2025. While that’s good news for local workers, it directly affects visa and income requirements — particularly for Digital …
Since 2016, Portugalist has helped thousands of people navigate the move to Portugal — and one of the biggest decisions non-EU citizens face today is choosing between the D7 Visa and the Digital Nomad Visa. On the surface, both seem …
As remote work becomes more and more of a possibility of people, more and more people are looking at Portugal as a remote working destination. And, why wouldn’t you? Portugal, particularly areas like Lisbon and the Algarve, has great year-round …
If you’re an EU/EEA/Swiss citizen planning to move to Portugal with a non-EU spouse, partner, or children, you have good news: your family members don’t need to apply for standard Portuguese visas like the D7 or Golden Visa. Instead, they …
The short answer is yes—but it’s not quite as simple as showing the Portuguese government a bank statement and declaring you can support yourself. You’ll need to qualify for a specific visa or route to residency that accommodates your financial …
Here’s a question that keeps coming up: can you actually work once you’re in Portugal on a D7? Some officials say you can. Some say you can’t. Immigration lawyers give different answers. It’s one of the most confusing aspects of …