# Portugal Visa Guides 2026: D7, D8, Golden Visa & More | Unlock Portugal Every Portuguese visa option in 2026: D7 (passive income), D8 (digital nomad), Golden Visa, citizenship path, step-by-step — from expats who've done it. Canonical: https://unlockportugal.co/category/visas/page/2/ Language: en --- 23 guides in Visas # Visas Every visa guide you need to move to Portugal legally. We cover D7 (passive income), D8 (digital nomad), Golden Visa, and citizenship by residency — with 2026 income thresholds, real AIMA timelines, and step-by-step application processes from English-speakers who've navigated the system. Whether you're a retiree, remote worker, or investor, start here before booking your consulate appointment. [ ![Panoramic daytime view over Lisbon's terracotta rooftops toward the 25 de Abril bridge](https://unlockportugal.co/_astro/hero-2026.BkG0Xr-c_2jYGrE.webp) Visas ### Moving to Portugal from Canada: 2026 Step-by-Step Guide So you're thinking about trading Canadian winters for Atlantic sun. Good call. Roughly 3,000 Canadians now hold Portuguese residency, and the number keeps ](https://unlockportugal.co/visas/moving-to-portugal-from-canada/)[ ![Terracotta rooftops of Lisbon's Alfama district, the historic neighborhood many UK expats explore first](https://unlockportugal.co/_astro/hero-2026.BLpylGBj_dIcUh.webp) Visas ### Moving to Portugal from the UK \[2026 Guide for Brits\] Moving to Portugal from the UK in 2026 means applying for a residence visa before you go, since Brexit ended freedom of movement. Most Brits use the D7 ](https://unlockportugal.co/visas/moving-to-portugal-from-uk/)[ ![Modern glass towers of Lisbon's Parque das Nacoes business district reflected in water](https://unlockportugal.co/_astro/hero-2026.D6GBnxjY_Z1eNQlt.webp) Visas ### D2 Visa Portugal 2026: US Entrepreneur Guide (Step-by-Step) If you’re an American entrepreneur, freelancer, or small-business owner eyeing Portugal as your next base, the D2 visa is built for you. Unlike the ](https://unlockportugal.co/visas/d2-visa-portugal-entrepreneur-guide/)[ ![Rua Augusta triumphal arch in Lisbon, decorated with statues and the Portuguese coat of arms](https://unlockportugal.co/_astro/hero-2026.BpwlkXor_Z2lnFLw.webp) Visas ### D7 vs D8 Visa Portugal 2026: Which Is Right for You? The D7 needs €920/month in passive income; the D8 needs €3,680/month in active remote income. Compare 2026 costs, taxes, and timelines for US applicants. ](https://unlockportugal.co/visas/d7-vs-d8-visa-portugal-2/)[ ![Lisbon yellow trams on cobblestone street — moving to Portugal from the USA](https://unlockportugal.co/_astro/hero.BL1UcgCg_1S955c.webp) Visas ### Moving to Portugal from the USA: Complete 2026 Guide Key Takeaways: Americans can legally move to Portugal using several visa pathways, with the D7 and D8 being the most common routes. The cost of living ](https://unlockportugal.co/visas/moving-to-portugal-from-usa/)[ ![Retired couple enjoying wine on an Atlantic beach — retiring in Portugal guide 2026](https://unlockportugal.co/_astro/hero.Dagv2M9l_1AN9un.webp) Visas ### Retiring in Portugal: The Complete 2026 Guide The complete 2026 guide to retiring in Portugal: D7 visa income rules (from €920/month), real costs, IFICI taxes, healthcare, and honest pros and cons. ](https://unlockportugal.co/visas/retiring-in-portugal-guide/)[ ![Airplane wing at sunset — flying to Portugal for a visa as an American citizen](https://unlockportugal.co/_astro/hero.B_Dos6Do_2qfXNX.webp) Visas ### Portugal Visa for American Citizens 2026: Your Complete Guide Key Takeaways: Americans can choose from several Portugal visa options in 2026, including the D7 (passive income), D8 (digital nomad), and Golden Visa. ](https://unlockportugal.co/visas/portugal-visa-for-american-citizens-2026/)[ ![Portugal D7 Visa 2026: The Passive Income Route to Portugal](https://unlockportugal.co/_astro/hero.CuCLRQFb_Z2u9iH.webp) Visas ### Portugal D7 Visa 2026: The Passive Income Route to Portugal Key Takeaways: Portugal’s D7 visa is the residency route for retirees and anyone with stable passive income (pensions, dividends, rentals,... ](https://unlockportugal.co/visas/portugal-d7-visa-guide/)[ ![Portugal Golden Visa 2026: Is It Still Worth It?](https://unlockportugal.co/_astro/hero.BKn8Erqw_Z1rxfR9.webp) Visas ### Portugal Golden Visa 2026: Is It Still Worth It? Key Takeaways: Portugal’s Golden Visa still exists in 2026, but it looks nothing like the old program. Residential real estate was eliminated as a... ](https://unlockportugal.co/visas/portugal-golden-visa-2026/)[ ![Portuguese Citizenship 2026 Rules: The Application Guide](https://unlockportugal.co/_astro/hero.B8kQvIws_1lir3x.webp) Visas ### Portuguese Citizenship 2026 Rules: The Application Guide Portuguese citizenship by residency now takes 10 years (7 for CPLP/EU nationals) under the 2026 reform. Learn the rules, costs, and transition timeline. ](https://unlockportugal.co/visas/portuguese-citizenship-by-residency/)[ ![Portugal D8 Digital Nomad Visa 2026: The Complete Application Guide](https://unlockportugal.co/_astro/hero.CgW03kXA_2mFLhN.webp) Visas ### Portugal D8 Digital Nomad Visa 2026: The Complete Application Guide What Is the Portugal D8 Digital Nomad Visa? If you work remotely for a company outside Portugal — or run your own location-independent business... ](https://unlockportugal.co/visas/portugal-d8-digital-nomad-visa-guide/)