For Individuals / Portugal Immigration / Remote Worker / Digital Nomad Visa
Residence Digital Nomad Visa
A residence visa pathway for qualifying remote workers intending to establish residence in Portugal.
Suassuna Global is a trading name of Martins Costa Immigration Ltd, regulated by the SRA.
Key Facts
Area
Remote Worker / Digital Nomad Visa
Best for
Remote employees & freelancers relocating
Consultation
£100 · 30 minutes
Format
Video call
For Individuals / Portugal Immigration / Remote Worker / Digital Nomad Visa
Residence Digital Nomad Visa
A residence visa pathway for qualifying remote workers intending to establish residence in Portugal.
Suassuna Global is a trading name of Martins Costa Immigration Ltd, regulated by the SRA.
Key Facts
Area
Remote Worker / Digital Nomad Visa
Best for
Remote employees & freelancers relocating
Consultation
£100 · 30 minutes
Format
Video call
For Individuals / Portugal Immigration / Remote Worker / Digital Nomad Visa
Residence Digital Nomad Visa
A residence visa pathway for qualifying remote workers intending to establish residence in Portugal.
Suassuna Global is a trading name of Martins Costa Immigration Ltd, regulated by the SRA.
Key Facts
Area
Remote Worker / Digital Nomad Visa
Best for
Remote employees & freelancers relocating
Consultation
£100 · 30 minutes
Format
Video call
How does the residence digital nomad visa work?
The residence route leads to a residence permit once you arrive in Portugal. Evidence of remote employment or freelance work, income, accommodation and health cover is central. We plan the evidence and timing with you before you apply.
How does the residence digital nomad visa work?
The residence route leads to a residence permit once you arrive in Portugal. Evidence of remote employment or freelance work, income, accommodation and health cover is central. We plan the evidence and timing with you before you apply.
How does the residence digital nomad visa work?
The residence route leads to a residence permit once you arrive in Portugal. Evidence of remote employment or freelance work, income, accommodation and health cover is central. We plan the evidence and timing with you before you apply.
Who this service is for
Individuals
People planning a move to Portugal for work, study or retirement.
Families
Partners and children relocating together.
Remote workers & retirees
People moving with work or income from outside Portugal.
Who this service is for
Individuals
People planning a move to Portugal for work, study or retirement.
Families
Partners and children relocating together.
Remote workers & retirees
People moving with work or income from outside Portugal.
Who this service is for
Individuals
People planning a move to Portugal for work, study or retirement.
Families
Partners and children relocating together.
Remote workers & retirees
People moving with work or income from outside Portugal.
Common situations and choosing the right service
Common situations and choosing the right service
Common situations and choosing the right service
Key requirements and considerations
Eligibility
Supporting documents
Applicable rules
Sponsor or employer responsibilities
Complete and consistent evidence
Key requirements and considerations
Eligibility
Supporting documents
Applicable rules
Sponsor or employer responsibilities
Complete and consistent evidence
Key requirements and considerations
Eligibility
Supporting documents
Applicable rules
Sponsor or employer responsibilities
Complete and consistent evidence
How Suassuna Global can help
Service and route review
We review your circumstances and explain which requirements and options are relevant to Residence Digital Nomad Visa.
Evidence plan
We identify the supporting evidence that matters: Proof of qualifying remote work and income, identity and housing evidence, with further residence documents as applicable.
Legal and practical checks
We check the main legal or practical risks and any missing evidence.
Prepare the agreed work
Where instructed, we prepare the agreed compliance review, advice, documents or representations.
Procedure and submission
We explain any relevant Home Office procedures and assist with agreed submissions or implementation.
Follow-up and next steps
We explain the outcome, any further options and any additional work or fees before you decide to proceed.
How Suassuna Global can help
Service and route review
We review your circumstances and explain which requirements and options are relevant to Residence Digital Nomad Visa.
Evidence plan
We identify the supporting evidence that matters: Proof of qualifying remote work and income, identity and housing evidence, with further residence documents as applicable.
Legal and practical checks
We check the main legal or practical risks and any missing evidence.
Prepare the agreed work
Where instructed, we prepare the agreed compliance review, advice, documents or representations.
Procedure and submission
We explain any relevant Home Office procedures and assist with agreed submissions or implementation.
Follow-up and next steps
We explain the outcome, any further options and any additional work or fees before you decide to proceed.
How Suassuna Global can help
Service and route review
We review your circumstances and explain which requirements and options are relevant to Residence Digital Nomad Visa.
Evidence plan
We identify the supporting evidence that matters: Proof of qualifying remote work and income, identity and housing evidence, with further residence documents as applicable.
Legal and practical checks
We check the main legal or practical risks and any missing evidence.
Prepare the agreed work
Where instructed, we prepare the agreed compliance review, advice, documents or representations.
Procedure and submission
We explain any relevant Home Office procedures and assist with agreed submissions or implementation.
Follow-up and next steps
We explain the outcome, any further options and any additional work or fees before you decide to proceed.
The application process
The application process
The application process
01
Consultation
01
Consultation
02
Eligibility check
02
Eligibility check
03
Evidence planning
03
Evidence planning
04
Visa application
04
Visa application
05
Residence permit appointment
05
Residence permit appointment
06
Settling in Portugal
06
Settling in Portugal
Documents usually needed
Valid passport
Proof of income or means
Proof of accommodation in Portugal
Health insurance
Criminal record certificate
Portuguese tax number (NIF)
Documents usually needed
Valid passport
Proof of income or means
Proof of accommodation in Portugal
Health insurance
Criminal record certificate
Portuguese tax number (NIF)
Documents usually needed
Valid passport
Proof of income or means
Proof of accommodation in Portugal
Health insurance
Criminal record certificate
Portuguese tax number (NIF)
Risks & important considerations
Visa versus residence
A residence visa is not the final residence permit. Plan for the separate application and documents requested by the Portuguese residence authority.
Qualifying work abroad
Evidence must support eligible work performed remotely for an overseas employer or clients. Changes in the arrangement may affect eligibility.
Address and finances
Incomplete income records or unclear accommodation arrangements can create problems at the consular or residence stage.
Risks & important considerations
Visa versus residence
A residence visa is not the final residence permit. Plan for the separate application and documents requested by the Portuguese residence authority.
Qualifying work abroad
Evidence must support eligible work performed remotely for an overseas employer or clients. Changes in the arrangement may affect eligibility.
Address and finances
Incomplete income records or unclear accommodation arrangements can create problems at the consular or residence stage.
Risks & important considerations
Visa versus residence
A residence visa is not the final residence permit. Plan for the separate application and documents requested by the Portuguese residence authority.
Qualifying work abroad
Evidence must support eligible work performed remotely for an overseas employer or clients. Changes in the arrangement may affect eligibility.
Address and finances
Incomplete income records or unclear accommodation arrangements can create problems at the consular or residence stage.
Fees and consultation
Costs and scope are explained before you instruct us. See our published legal fees, or book a consultation to discuss your situation.
Fees and consultation
Costs and scope are explained before you instruct us. See our published legal fees, or book a consultation to discuss your situation.
Fees and consultation
Costs and scope are explained before you instruct us. See our published legal fees, or book a consultation to discuss your situation.
Trusted, regulated legal advice
Solicitor-led
Advice led by qualified immigration lawyers.
SRA regulated
Martins Costa Immigration Ltd trading as Suassuna Global is regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority.
Bilingual support
Advice in English and Portuguese, with other languages available.
Independent reviews
Read what clients say about us on Google.
Trusted, regulated legal advice
Solicitor-led
Advice led by qualified immigration lawyers.
SRA regulated
Martins Costa Immigration Ltd trading as Suassuna Global is regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority.
Bilingual support
Advice in English and Portuguese, with other languages available.
Independent reviews
Read what clients say about us on Google.
Trusted, regulated legal advice
Solicitor-led
Advice led by qualified immigration lawyers.
SRA regulated
Martins Costa Immigration Ltd trading as Suassuna Global is regulated by the Solicitors Regulation Authority.
Bilingual support
Advice in English and Portuguese, with other languages available.
Independent reviews
Read what clients say about us on Google.
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Frequently asked questions
Do I need remote-work evidence?
Does the visa equal a residence card?
Can I apply while already in Portugal?
Do dependants follow the same process?
Which supporting documents matter most?
What is one common problem to avoid?
Could my circumstances change the assessment?
What else should I check before applying?
Can you help with the application stages?
What happens after a consultation?
Frequently asked questions
Do I need remote-work evidence?
Does the visa equal a residence card?
Can I apply while already in Portugal?
Do dependants follow the same process?
Which supporting documents matter most?
What is one common problem to avoid?
Could my circumstances change the assessment?
What else should I check before applying?
Can you help with the application stages?
What happens after a consultation?
Frequently asked questions
Do I need remote-work evidence?
Does the visa equal a residence card?
Can I apply while already in Portugal?
Do dependants follow the same process?
Which supporting documents matter most?
What is one common problem to avoid?
Could my circumstances change the assessment?
What else should I check before applying?
Can you help with the application stages?
What happens after a consultation?
Ready to move to Portugal as a remote worker?
Book a consultation to discuss your circumstances, options, evidence and next steps before you start the process.
Ready to move to Portugal as a remote worker?
Book a consultation to discuss your circumstances, options, evidence and next steps before you start the process.
Ready to move to Portugal as a remote worker?
Book a consultation to discuss your circumstances, options, evidence and next steps before you start the process.
Immigration updates & practical guidance
Occasional updates on UK immigration, sponsor compliance and selected Portugal topics.
Immigration updates & practical guidance
Occasional updates on UK immigration, sponsor compliance and selected Portugal topics.
Immigration updates & practical guidance
Occasional updates on UK immigration, sponsor compliance and selected Portugal topics.