Portugal Visa & Immigration Services
ICS supports Pakistani students applying to Portuguese universities, remote workers/freelancers pursuing the D8 Digital Nomad Visa, and investors exploring Portugal's Golden Visa (now fund-based — real estate was removed as a qualifying route in October 2023).
Visa Categories in Portugal
D4 Student Visa
For non-EEA nationals intending to pursue educational studies in Portugal for more than three months. Full support with university admissions and visa filing.
ActiveD1 Work Visa
For professionals who have accepted a confirmed employment offer with a Portuguese company. Requires a valid job contract and matching qualifications.
ActiveD2 Entrepreneur Visa
For emerging entrepreneurs aiming to establish an innovative or independent business in Portugal. Requires a viable business plan and proof of sufficient funds.
ActiveD3 Highly Qualified Activity Visa
For highly qualified foreign professionals with a confirmed offer in specified priority industries and activities in Portugal.
ActiveD5 Higher Education Visa
For college or university students pursuing tertiary/postgraduate education (bachelor's, master's or PhD level) at a Portuguese higher education institution — distinct from the general D4 study visa used for shorter or non-degree study.
ActiveD6 Family Reunification Visa
For close family members (spouse/partner, dependent children, and in some cases parents) of a Portuguese resident or citizen wishing to join them in Portugal.
ActiveD7 Retirement / Passive Income Visa
For financially independent individuals who can demonstrate stable passive income (pensions, rental income, dividends) of at least EUR 920/month (2026 figure), originating outside Portugal.
ActiveD8 Digital Nomad Visa
For remote workers and freelancers earning at least EUR 3,680/month (2026 figure, 4x Portugal's minimum wage) from clients or employers outside Portugal. No IELTS required. Grants 1-2 year residency with a path to permanent residence after 5 years.
ActiveD9 Golden Visa (Investment Fund Residency)
Active in 2026 — but real estate no longer qualifies (removed October 2023). The main route today is a EUR 500,000 investment in an eligible Portuguese fund. Grants residency with a path to citizenship (residency period under review; may extend from 5 to 10 years).
Eligibility Information
- Admission letter (student), remote income proof (Digital Nomad), or a qualifying fund investment (Golden Visa).
- Meet language/academic requirements (student).
- Earn at least EUR 3,680/month from remote work outside Portugal — 4x the national minimum wage (Digital Nomad Visa, 2026 figure).
- Invest EUR 500,000 in an eligible Portuguese investment fund — real estate no longer qualifies (Golden Visa).
- Pass due-diligence and source-of-funds checks (Golden Visa/Digital Nomad).
Required Documents
General Process
- Free consultation with an ICS consultant
- Route selection: study visa, D8 Digital Nomad Visa, or Golden Visa fund investment
- Document and financial/income preparation
- Application submission
- Processing and decision (Digital Nomad: 1-4 months; Golden Visa: 12-18 months)
- Visa/residency issuance and settlement guidance
Processing Information
Processing times vary by visa category, applicant profile and current government workloads. ICS provides estimated timelines during your free assessment and keeps you updated at every stage of your application.
Frequently Asked Questions
Timelines vary by category and current processing volumes. Your ICS consultant will provide an estimated timeline based on your specific application during your free assessment.
Yes. We often help clients build a step-by-step improvement plan — such as language retesting, additional experience or education upgrades — to strengthen future eligibility.
Fees depend on the visa category and scope of service. We provide transparent, written quotes after your free initial assessment — no hidden charges.