Portugal D7 Visa and D8 Visa are both types of residency visas but serve different purposes:
D7 Visa:
- Also known as the Retirement or Passive Income Visa.
- Designed for retirees or individuals with a stable passive income, such as from real estate, investments, or pensions.
- Applicants must demonstrate sufficient financial resources to support themselves during their stay in Portugal.
- Allows holders to live in Portugal and travel within the Schengen Area.
- Offers a pathway to permanent residency and citizenship.
D8 Visa:
- Also known as the Digital Nomad Visa.
- Aimed at remote workers, freelancers, and entrepreneurs who work independently using digital tools.
- Applicants must prove they have a remote job or work that can be conducted from Portugal.
- Provides an opportunity to live in Portugal for those who do not have passive income but can sustain themselves through remote work.
- Also facilitates travel within the Schengen Area and can lead to long-term residency.
While both visas offer residency in Portugal, the D7 is more suitable for those with passive income streams, while the D8 is tailored for digital nomads who earn income through remote work.