Digital Nomad in Portugal
Work remotely for your company and live in Portugal with the Portuguese Nomad Visa. We provide assistance during your stay: visa, taxes and real estate.
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How can a lawyer help me with the Portuguese Nomad Visa?
Our lawyers can help you with the Portuguese nomad visa by providing legal advice and guidance throughout the application process. Here are some ways we can assist you:
Understanding the eligibility requirements: We can help you understand the eligibility requirements for the Portuguese nomad visa, including the criteria you need to meet and the documents you need to submit.
Preparing your application: Our lawyers can assist you in preparing your application for the Portuguese nomad visa, ensuring that all the required documents are included and that your application is complete.
Addressing potential issues: If there are any potential issues with your application, such as gaps in your employment history or criminal convictions, we can help you address these issues and present your case in the best possible light.
Representing you in appeals: If your application is denied, we can represent you in any appeals process and help you to overcome the reasons for denial.
Providing ongoing support: Our lawyers can provide ongoing support throughout the application process, answering any questions you may have and keeping you updated on the status of your application.
If you are interested in obtaining a Portuguese nomad visa, don’t hesitate to contact us today. Our team of experienced lawyers is ready to assist you and guide you through the entire application process. Let us help you make your dream of living and working in Portugal a reality. Contact us now to schedule a consultation and get started!
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Don’t try to go through the Portuguese Digial Nomad process on your own. Seek the help of an experienced immigration lawyer to increase your chances of success and make the process as smooth and stress-free as possible.
Digital Nomad Immigration Process
For Digital Nomads, it is essential to account for your job circumstances as it’ll helps you understand, which residence permit option is best for you. Choose from the Passive Income Visa, the Business Visa and Independent Professional Visa.
1. Apply for Passive Income Visa:Â
If you have any passive income, like investments, savings, rental agreements incomes or pensions, you can apply for the passive income visa. The main requirement is to prove that you have means of subsistence to cover your expenses in Portugal. Once your passive income proof is approved and you obtain the visa, you can apply for the residency permit in Portugal. Once in Portugal as a resident, you can work as a freelancer or for a worldwide company. Also, you can register as a non-habitual resident to enjoy fiscal benefits.
2. Apply for Business Activity Visa:
You can also establish a company in Portugal as an expat. For a Business Activity Visa application, you must present a business plan as motivation for opening the business and the register the company. This visa allows you to apply for a Portuguese residency permit as a manager of your own business. However, requirements for Social Security as well as working with an accountant. The holder of this residency permit enjoys the same rights as a Portuguese citizen.
3. Apply for Independent Professional Visa:
Tax Process for Digital Nomads
A Digital Nomad in Portugal could be subject to Portuguese Personal Income Tax. This occurs when any remote worker (i) spends more than 183 days physically in Portugal within a 12-month period, whether these days are consecutive or not (ii) for shorter stays where the person has a dwelling in Portugal and there’s the presumption of holding and occupying it as a place of habitual residence. If one of these situations occurs, the person is considered a Portuguese Tax Resident and must declare their worldwide income, which includes remote work income.
Furthermore, Digital Nomads are subject to tax on Portuguese sourced income even if they are not a local tax resident.
How to minimise Portuguese taxes?
To avoid double taxation, Digital Nomads must prove that they are a tax resident in another country, according to the rules of the relevant Tax Treaty. They must provide the Portuguese Tax Authority a tax residency certificate.
Non-Habitual Tax Resident Regime
🇵🇹 Portugal is calling for you...
Portugal has a thriving startup ecosystem, with a growing number of incubators, accelerators, and co-working spaces. The government has also introduced several initiatives to support entrepreneurship and innovation, such as tax breaks for startups and fast-track visa programs for foreign investors.
Portugal is known for its excellent quality of life, with a mild climate, beautiful scenery, and a laid-back lifestyle. The country is rich in history and culture, and its cities offer a vibrant mix of old and new.
Portugal offers a relatively low cost of living compared to other European countries, which makes it an attractive destination for digital nomads who want to save money.
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Open Bank Account
Opening a bank account in Portugal can provide benefits such as easy access to online banking services, low fees, and convenient access to funds while traveling in the Eurozone.
Tax ID Number (NIF - Portugal)
New residents in Portugal require a Tax ID Number (NIF) for financial transactions and compliance with tax obligations and public services access.
Registration at Social Security
Registering for social security in Portugal provides individuals and businesses with a safety net of healthcare, pensions, and other social benefits, while also ensuring compliance with Portuguese labor laws.
Our work is to make clients happy
We are a department formed by qualified legal experts who have been trained in the field of immigration law. We work on these requests every day and it’s our passion. For us, Lexidy is a way of life and what excites us the most is to be able to deliver the happiness and satisfaction of a successful immigration process. We want to help you achieve your goals and dreams.
Vasco Dias
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Diana Andrade
Lawyer, Head of Immigration Portugal
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