Portuguese Republic
Portuguese Republic visa salary thresholds
Portugal's D-series residence visas set passive-income or remote-work income thresholds indexed to the IAS (Indexante dos Apoios Sociais) or the national minimum wage.
Last checked 20 April 2026.
Threshold table
| Route | Amount | ~USD | In force since | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
D7 — passive income minimum Minimum annual passive income to qualify for a D7 residence visa (equivalent to 12× the Portuguese national minimum wage of €870/month as of 2026). | €10,440 / year | $11,300 | 2026-01-01 | AIMA — Residence visas |
D8 (Digital Nomad) — remote-work income Minimum annual remote-work income for the D8 Digital Nomad Visa, indexed at 4× the Portuguese national minimum wage. | €41,760 / year | $45,000 | 2026-01-01 | AIMA — Residence visas |
Tech Visa / HQA — indicative Highly Qualified Activity residence visa / Tech Visa roles typically pay at 1.5× average salary per IAPMEI-certified companies. | €22,320 / year | $24,000 | 2024-01-01 | IAPMEI — Tech Visa |
How often this changes
Portuguese minimum wage and IAS are revised each January. D7 and D8 thresholds move in lockstep with the minimum wage.
Frequently asked questions
What is the minimum salary to qualify for a work visa in Portugal?
Portugal's D-series residence visas set passive-income or remote-work income thresholds indexed to the IAS (Indexante dos Apoios Sociais) or the national minimum wage.
How often do Portugal salary thresholds change?
Portuguese minimum wage and IAS are revised each January. D7 and D8 thresholds move in lockstep with the minimum wage.
Does meeting the headline threshold guarantee approval?
No. Headline floors are one of several criteria. Most jurisdictions also apply an occupation-specific going rate, character and health checks, and — for sponsored routes — employer/sponsor compliance. Failing any one of these can lead to refusal even where salary is above the threshold.