Compare Portugal visas side by side
Picking between two similar routes is where most people get stuck. These guides put the most-confused Portuguese visas next to each other - cost, processing time, work rights and the pathway to permanent residence.
Guides
3 comparisons
Source
aima.gov.pt
Updated
June 2026
D7 vs D8D7 Residence Visa (Passive Income / Retirement) vs D8 Digital Nomad VisaD2 vs D3D2 Residence Visa for Entrepreneurs and Independent Workers vs D3 Residence Visa for Highly Qualified ActivityTech Visa vs EU Blue CardTech Visa (Certification for Highly Qualified Workers) vs EU Blue Card (Portugal)
Figures are indicative for 2025-26 and government fees and rules change. Confirm current costs and processing times at aima.gov.pt before applying. General information only - not immigration advice.