{"id":2319,"date":"2023-03-10T15:46:24","date_gmt":"2023-03-10T15:46:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/?p=2319"},"modified":"2026-02-12T10:55:25","modified_gmt":"2026-02-12T10:55:25","slug":"portugal-digital-nomad-visa","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/fr\/digital-nomad-visa\/portugal-digital-nomad-visa\/","title":{"rendered":"Guide des visas pour les nomades num\u00e9riques au Portugal (2023)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"translation-block\">The number of digital nomads skyrocketed by <a href=\"https:\/\/info.mbopartners.com\/rs\/mbo\/images\/MBO_Partners_2021_Digital_Nomad_Research_Brief.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">112% in 2021<\/a> alone. Today, there are an estimated <strong>35 million digital nomads<\/strong> traveling and working around the globe.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Quite a few of them are doing it in Portugal. In fact, according to the Nomad List, there were more than <a href=\"https:\/\/web.archive.org\/web\/20221227111848\/https:\/\/nomadlist.com\/people\/lisbon\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">15,000 digital nomads in December of 2022 in Lisbon alone<\/a> \u2014 and Lisbon isn\u2019t even the hottest digital nomad hub in Portugal (the digital nomad village in Madeira might be, but we\u2019ll talk more about that later).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">With the <strong>new Portugal digital nomad visa<\/strong>, we\u2019re sure the number of digital nomads in Portugal will only continue to rise.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">But, what does one need to do to obtain the new visa?&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">In this guide, we\u2019ll cover everything you need to know, like:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"translation-block\">The <strong>types of Portugal visas <\/strong>available to digital nomads,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\">What <strong>sets the actual digital nomad visa apart<\/strong> from the rest,&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Who can apply<\/strong> for the new visa,&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\">The pros and cons of being a digital nomad in Portugal,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\">The <strong>best Portuguese destinations for digital nomads<\/strong>, and<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\">Tips for working and living in Portugal.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Let\u2019s get right to it!<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"643\" src=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Portugal-digital-nomad-visa-guide-2023-cover.png\" alt=\"Portugal digital nomad visa guide (2023)-cover\" class=\"wp-image-2317\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Portugal-digital-nomad-visa-guide-2023-cover.png 1200w, https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Portugal-digital-nomad-visa-guide-2023-cover-300x161.png 300w, https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Portugal-digital-nomad-visa-guide-2023-cover-1024x549.png 1024w, https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Portugal-digital-nomad-visa-guide-2023-cover-768x412.png 768w, https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Portugal-digital-nomad-visa-guide-2023-cover-18x10.png 18w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"quick-digital-nomad-visa-facts-for-portugal\" class=\"wp-block-heading translation-block\">Quick digital nomad visa facts for Portugal<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><thead><tr><th scope=\"col\"><strong>Portugal visa questions<\/strong><\/th><th scope=\"col\"><strong>Portugal visa answers<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td><strong>Does Portugal have a digital nomad visa?<\/strong><\/td><td>Yes, the \u201cvisa for the exercise of professional activity provided remotely outside the national territory\u201d<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>When was the digital nomad visa introduced in Portugal?<\/strong><\/td><td>October 30th, 2022<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Who can apply for the Portugal digital nomad visa?<\/strong><\/td><td>\u2013 Anyone who isn\u2019t of EU and EEA nationality.<br>\u2013 Anyone who is either self-employed or employed by a company outside of Portugal,<br>\u2013 Anyone who can provide proof that they are allowed to work remotely.<br>\u2013 Anyone who can provide proof of a steady monthly income that\u2019s higher than the mandated minimum.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>How much does a Portugal digital nomad visa cost?<\/strong><\/td><td>\u2013 Temporary visa \u2013 \u20ac75 (~$80)<br>\u2013 Residency visa \u2013 \u20ac90 (~$97)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Portugal\u2019s digital nomad visa length?&nbsp;<\/strong><\/td><td>\u2013 4 months for the temporary stay visa<br>\u2013 1 year for the residence visa&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Minimum stay requirement?<\/strong><\/td><td>None<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Possible to extend the visa?<\/strong><\/td><td>Yes, up to 5 years<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Minimum income requirements?&nbsp;<\/strong><\/td><td>\u20ac3,040 in monthly net revenues (~$3,260)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Processing time for visa application?<\/strong><\/td><td>3\u20134 months<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Can I apply with family members for a digital nomad visa?<\/strong><\/td><td>Yes, with your spouse and children (with stipulations)<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"what-to-expect-as-a-digital-nomad-in-portugal\" class=\"wp-block-heading translation-block\">What to expect as a digital nomad in Portugal?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">The conditions and amenities that Portugal as a country has to offer are quite appealing. Take a look at what you can expect in Portugal as a digital nomad.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><thead><tr><th scope=\"col\"><strong>Portugal digital nomad FAQ<\/strong><\/th><th scope=\"col\"><strong>Portugal digital nomad answers<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td><strong>Average Internet speed:&nbsp;<\/strong><\/td><td>\u2013 120 Mbps \u2014 median download speed<br>\u2013 85 Mbps \u2014 median upload speed<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Best coworking space (highest Google rating and highest number of voters):<\/strong><\/td><td>Avila Spaces \u2014 Business Center &amp; Coworking, Lisbon (4,5 stars from 214 voters)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Friendly to foreigners:&nbsp;<\/strong><\/td><td>Yes \u2014 there\u2019s plenty of diversity in Portugal and the locals are welcoming to tourists, expats, and digital nomads alike.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Most popular place for digital nomads in Portugal:<\/strong><\/td><td>Lisbon \u2014 lively, with a warm climate, and plenty of coworking spaces, Lisbon has been the top destination for digital nomads for years.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Weather in Portugal\u2019s most popular place for digital nomads:<\/strong><\/td><td>\u2013 Average annual temperature 21\u00b0C (70\u00b0F);<br>\u2013 Coldest month average temperatures (January) \u2014 9\u00b0C\u201315\u00b0C (48\u00b0F\u201359\u00b0F);<br>\u2013 Hottest month average temperatures (July) \u2014 18\u00b0C\u201328\u00b0C (65\u00b0F\u201383\u00b0F);<br>\u2013 260 sunny days;&nbsp;<br>\u2013 112 rainy days;&nbsp;<br>\u2013 Occasional urban floods and storms.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Type of climate:<\/strong><\/td><td>Mediterranean&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Annual air quality average:<\/strong><\/td><td>\u2013 US AQI \u2014 29 (good quality, no health hazards)<br>\u2013 PM2.5 \u2014 1.4x the WHO annual air quality guideline value (moderate quality)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Average cost of living:&nbsp;<\/strong><\/td><td>\u2013 Family of four: \u20ac2,833 (~$3,038) per month<br>\u2013 Single person: \u20ac1,423 (~$1,525) per month<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Average coworking space cost:&nbsp;<\/strong><\/td><td>\u20ac146 per month (~$155)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Crime per 100k population:<\/strong><\/td><td>0.91<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>World Health Organization (WHO)&#8217;s ranking of Portugal\u2019s healthcare system:<\/strong><\/td><td>17th place<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Interesting fact for digital nomads:<\/strong><\/td><td>\u2013 Ponta do Sol in Madeira is a digital nomad village;&nbsp;<br>\u2013 Madeira also has a startup incubator.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">\n<div class=\"banner banner-dark pumble-gradient-landing-1\">\n    <div class=\"banner-text lg:pr-[6rem]\">\n        <h2 class=\"translation-block text-2xl !mb-4\">All-in-one digital HQ<\/h2>\n        <p class=\"translation-block !text-sm\">Easily connect with your team in Pumble, no matter where you are working from.<\/p>\n\n        <div class=\"banner-buttons d-flex space-x-4 translation-block\">\n            <a class=\"rounded-md px-6 py-2 bg-white\" href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/register\" target=\"_blank\">Sign up<\/a>\n\n                            <a class=\"button-2\" href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/solutions\/remote-work\" target=\"_blank\">Learn more<\/a>\n                    <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"banner-image banner-image-stretch \">\n        <picture>\n            <source srcset=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/themes\/cake-learn\/src\/images\/pumble\/banners\/landing-1@2x.png 2x\" alt=\"Illustration\"  media=\"(min-width: 1022px)\" \/>\n            <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/themes\/cake-learn\/src\/images\/pumble\/banners\/landing-1.png\"  alt=\"Illustration\" \/>\n        <\/picture>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n    <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"what-digital-nomad-visas-does-portugal-offer\" class=\"wp-block-heading translation-block\">What digital nomad visas does Portugal offer?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">The newly introduced digital nomad visa \u2014 or the Portugal online worker visa \u2014 is the latest attempt of the Portugal government to regulate digital nomads.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Portugal offers four different types of visas to foreigners:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Digital nomad visa<\/strong>,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><strong>D7 passive income visa<\/strong>,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Entrepreneur visa<\/strong>, and<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Golden visa<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1198\" height=\"1511\" src=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/There-are-4-different-types-of-visas-that-digital-nomads-can-apply-for-in-Portugal.png\" alt=\"There are 4 different types of visas that digital nomads can apply for in Portugal\" class=\"wp-image-2357\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/There-are-4-different-types-of-visas-that-digital-nomads-can-apply-for-in-Portugal.png 1198w, https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/There-are-4-different-types-of-visas-that-digital-nomads-can-apply-for-in-Portugal-238x300.png 238w, https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/There-are-4-different-types-of-visas-that-digital-nomads-can-apply-for-in-Portugal-812x1024.png 812w, https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/There-are-4-different-types-of-visas-that-digital-nomads-can-apply-for-in-Portugal-768x969.png 768w, https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/There-are-4-different-types-of-visas-that-digital-nomads-can-apply-for-in-Portugal-10x12.png 10w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1198px) 100vw, 1198px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">There are 4 different types of visas that digital nomads can apply for in Portugal<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Each of these visas has specific benefits and drawbacks as well as requirements.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">So without further ado, let&#8217;s see what they are \u2014 first, let\u2019s focus on the new Portugal digital nomad visa.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"portugal-digital-nomad-visa\" class=\"wp-block-heading translation-block\">Portugal digital nomad visa<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">The new digital nomad visa \u2014 a result of the high influx of digital nomads that Portugal experienced during and post-pandemic \u2014 got <strong>introduced on 30th of October, 2022<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Colloquially called the <em>online worker visa<\/em>, this visa is specifically for people outside of the EU\/EEA who want to live and work remotely in Portugal.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">To qualify for the digital nomad visa, you have to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"translation-block\">Be a citizen of any country <strong>outside of the EU\/EEA zone<\/strong> (or Switzerland),<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\">Have a steady monthly income that exceeds 4 times the minimum wage in Portugal (the minimum wage is \u20ac760 (~$815) \u2014 so your <strong>monthly income must be over \u20ac3,040<\/strong> (~$3,260)), and<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\">Be self-employed or employed in a non-Portugese company that allows you to <strong>work remotely<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">There are two different types of the Portugal digital nomad visa:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"translation-block\">Temporary stay visa, and<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\">Residence visa.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">The <strong>temporary stay visa<\/strong> is kind of like a starter visa for digital nomads or a visa for those who are just passing through.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">You apply for it and once it gets approved, you\u2019ll get a visa that\u2019s valid for 4 months. You can renew the temporary stay visa for up to 1 year.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">The <strong>residence visa<\/strong> is more of a long-term solution for digital nomads because it allows a person to stay and work in Portugal for more than 1 year. In fact, you can renew your residence visa for up to 5 years \u2014 and then, if you want, apply for citizenship.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Although it might seem straightforward, the digital nomad visa still hasn\u2019t been tested out in practice as much as everyone would like it to be. So, many nomads are left with plenty of burning questions about the specifics of the visa.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">We\u2019ll answer some of them below.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"what-documents-do-i-need-to-apply-for-portugals-digital-nomad-visa\" class=\"wp-block-heading translation-block\">What documents do I need to apply for Portugal\u2019s digital nomad visa?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">If you\u2019re interested in applying for the digital nomad visa, keep in mind that there are three different types of documents that you might need:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"translation-block\">Documentation necessary for the <strong>temporary stay visa<\/strong>,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\">Documentation necessary for the <strong>residency visa<\/strong>, and<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><strong>General documentation<\/strong> (required for both types of visas).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Depending on which visa you\u2019re applying for, you\u2019ll need to obtain, translate, and notarize one of the two sets of documents.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 id=\"general-documentation-for-the-temporary-stay-visa-and-residancy-visa\" class=\"wp-block-heading translation-block\">General documentation for the temporary stay visa and residancy visa<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">No matter which visa you\u2019re applying for, you\u2019ll need to gather a set of general documents to take to <a href=\"https:\/\/vistos.mne.gov.pt\/en\/short-stay-visas-schengen\/general-information\/where-should-you-lodge-a-visa-application\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">your embassy<\/a> during the application process:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"translation-block\">The <a href=\"https:\/\/vistos.mne.gov.pt\/images\/formulario_visto_nacional_en.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>application form<\/strong><\/a> (with your signature, which you don\u2019t have to notarize),<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\">A <strong>passport that\u2019s valid for at least 3 months<\/strong> after your stay in Portugal,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\">2 standard <strong>passport photos<\/strong>,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\">A <strong>criminal record certificate<\/strong> that\u2019s not older than 6 months, taken from your country of origin or from a country you\u2019re residing in for more than a year (translated into Portuguese),<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\">Travel <strong>medical insurance<\/strong> from your country of origin or from a country you\u2019re residing in for more than a year that covers the length of your entire stay in Portugal and is for a sum no less than <strong>\u20ac30,000<\/strong> (~$32,170),<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\">A <strong>request from the SEF<\/strong> \u2014 the Portuguese Immigration and Border Services\u2014 for your criminal records, as well as the form that\u2019s granting them the <a href=\"https:\/\/vistos.mne.gov.pt\/images\/schengen\/formularios\/aut_consulta_rc.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">permission to investigate your criminal background<\/a>, and<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Proof of accommodation<\/strong> for the full period of stay (e.g. a booking of a hotel room or a rental agreement, depending on the consulate and country of origin).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">\n<div class=\"banner banner-dark pumble-gradient-landing-2\">\n    <div class=\"banner-text lg:pr-[6rem]\">\n        <h2 class=\"translation-block text-2xl !mb-4\">Simplify work with Pumble<\/h2>\n        <p class=\"translation-block !text-sm\">Streamline and improve your business with Pumble, a team communication app.<\/p>\n\n        <div class=\"banner-buttons d-flex space-x-4 translation-block\">\n            <a class=\"rounded-md px-6 py-2 bg-white\" href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/register\" target=\"_blank\">Sign up<\/a>\n\n                            <a class=\"button-2\" href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/solutions\/remote-work\" target=\"_blank\">Learn more<\/a>\n                    <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"banner-image banner-image-middle \">\n        <picture>\n            <source srcset=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/themes\/cake-learn\/src\/images\/pumble\/banners\/landing-2@2x.png 2x\" alt=\"Illustration\"  media=\"(min-width: 1022px)\" \/>\n            <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/themes\/cake-learn\/src\/images\/pumble\/banners\/landing-2.png\"  alt=\"Illustration\" \/>\n        <\/picture>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n    <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 id=\"specific-documentation-for-the-temporary-visa\" class=\"wp-block-heading translation-block\">Specific documentation for the temporary visa<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">The temporary visa necessities include the following 4 types of documents:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Work contract<\/strong>, a promise of a work contract, a written proposal for a contract, a statement from your employer, or a document demonstrating services provided that proves that the work you do and the service you provide can be (and are allowed to be) <strong>done remotely<\/strong>,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Proof of financial sufficiency<\/strong> \u2013 a <a href=\"https:\/\/vistos.mne.gov.pt\/images\/termoderesponsabilidade.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>statement of responsibility<\/strong><\/a> that proves that you\u2019ve had a monthly income of at least \u20ac3,040 (~$3,260) for the past 3 months (the consulate may also require bank statements and invoices from your clients that will prove you\u2019re actually trading services for money),<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Proof of fiscal residence<\/strong> issued by your country of origin or residence\u2019s tax authority, and<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\">A <a href=\"https:\/\/imigrante.sef.pt\/wp-content\/uploads\/RequerimentoART88-89-2_2018.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>cover letter<\/strong><\/a> explaining why you\u2019re applying for the visa.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 id=\"specific-documentation-for-the-residency-visa\" class=\"wp-block-heading translation-block\">Specific documentation for the residency visa<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">One of the specific requirements for the residency visa is that the consulate can demand to see bank statements as well as notarized bank excerpts <strong>dating back longer than 3 months<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Other than that, the residency visa can also have other specific requirements:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"translation-block\">A NIF number (Numero de Identificacao Fiscal\u2014 i.e. your personal tax identification number),&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\">A Portuguese bank account, and&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\">A rental agreement for at least 12 months.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"do-i-need-to-book-or-rent-a-place-in-portugal-as-part-of-the-visa-application\" class=\"wp-block-heading translation-block\">Do I need to book or rent a place in Portugal as part of the visa application?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Generally speaking, as mentioned above, if you&#8217;re applying <strong>for a temporary stay visa<\/strong>, you don&#8217;t need any proof of accommodation. But, if you&#8217;re gunning <strong>for a residency digital nomad visa<\/strong>, then you will need to prove you\u2019ll have someplace to live.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">However, it all <strong>depends on the consulate <\/strong>in which you apply for a visa. Different consulates might have different (additional) requirements for applicants. What\u2019s more, these requirements might change with time, since that\u2019s been known to happen in the past.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">For example, when the D7 passive income visa (of which we\u2019ll talk more later on) was established back in 2007, proof of accommodation wasn&#8217;t a requirement. Then, many consulates started asking for it but accepted Airbnb bookings as sufficient proof. After a few years, consulates started asking for a proper rental agreement as proof of accommodation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">So, for now, the temporary Portugal digital nomad visa doesn&#8217;t require a rental agreement as proof of accommodation \u2014 but that <strong>might change with time<\/strong>.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"do-i-need-a-portuguese-bank-account-for-the-digital-nomad-visa\" class=\"wp-block-heading translation-block\">Do I need a Portuguese bank account for the digital nomad visa?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">A bank account is a necessity for anyone applying for the residency stay visa. However, when it comes to the temporary stay visa, the law isn&#8217;t exactly clear (just like with proof of accommodation).&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Although the law doesn\u2019t explicitly state that you need a Portuguese bank account, the consulate in which you&#8217;re applying for the visa might require you to open one prior to actually arriving in Portugal.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"can-i-apply-for-the-digital-nomad-visa-if-im-already-in-portugal\" class=\"wp-block-heading translation-block\">Can I apply for the digital nomad visa if I\u2019m already in Portugal?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Many digital nomads caught wind of the new digital nomad visa while staying in Portugal \u2014 whether on another visa or during their Shengen-approved 90-day stay.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">If that&#8217;s the case with you, know that you&#8217;ll have to leave Portugal to apply for the digital nomad visa.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Although the application process mostly happens online, you can only complete your application process for the visa in consulates and embassies, which don&#8217;t exist on Portuguese soil.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">So, you have to go to a <strong>country that you&#8217;re a resident of or where you have a residency permit<\/strong> and apply in a Portuguese consulate there.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">\n<div class=\"banner banner-dark pumble-gradient-landing-3\">\n    <div class=\"banner-text lg:pr-[6rem]\">\n        <h2 class=\"translation-block text-2xl !mb-4\">Power your digital nomad journey with Pumble<\/h2>\n        <p class=\"translation-block !text-sm\">Boost productivity and empower your team with an all-in-one communication app.<\/p>\n\n        <div class=\"banner-buttons d-flex space-x-4 translation-block\">\n            <a class=\"rounded-md px-6 py-2 bg-white\" href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/register\" target=\"_blank\">Sign up<\/a>\n\n                            <a class=\"button-2\" href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/solutions\/remote-work\" target=\"_blank\">Learn more<\/a>\n                    <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"banner-image banner-image-bottom \">\n        <picture>\n            <source srcset=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/themes\/cake-learn\/src\/images\/pumble\/banners\/landing-3@2x.png 2x\" alt=\"Illustration\"  media=\"(min-width: 1022px)\" \/>\n            <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/themes\/cake-learn\/src\/images\/pumble\/banners\/landing-3.png\"  alt=\"Illustration\" \/>\n        <\/picture>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n    <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"can-freelancing-digital-nomads-with-short-term-contracts-apply-for-the-digital-nomad-visa\" class=\"wp-block-heading translation-block\">Can freelancing digital nomads with short-term contracts apply for the digital nomad visa?&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">The question of how detailed and long should the freelancing contracts be is a difficult one to answer.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Since the Portugal remote work visa is brand new, it hasn\u2019t really been tried and tested out in the wild, so to speak. Therefore, all we have at the moment are theoretical answers.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">As mentioned, proving sufficient funds is one of the key requirements for the Portugal digital nomad visa. However, a part of that requirement is that you have a <em>steady income<\/em> of more than \u20ac3,040 (~$3,260) per month for the past 3 months.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">That means that you can&#8217;t just provide the consulate with a bank statement that proves that you have that much money in your account.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Instead, you must provide <strong>detailed bank records<\/strong> that prove that your monthly income for the past 3 months exceeds the minimally required amount.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">This is an inconvenience for digital nomads who work on short-term contracts and have a fluctuating income.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Furthermore, short-term contracts also pose a problem. Although the law doesn&#8217;t state or regulate such contracts, you&#8217;ll probably need to have contracts that <strong>guarantee your earnings during your stay<\/strong> in Portugal.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"custom-btn translation-block\"><a href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/register\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Pumble \u2014 best communication tool for freelancers<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"can-my-family-apply-for-the-digital-nomad-visa-with-me-if-im-the-breadwinner\" class=\"wp-block-heading translation-block\">Can my family apply for the digital nomad visa with me if I\u2019m the breadwinner?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">A digital nomad can apply for the new visa along with their family members. However, that does come with specific stipulations.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">To get a visa for your spouse or children, you need to provide the Portuguese government with proof of:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Marriage or civil union<\/strong>, for your spouse (e.g. marriage certificate or a civil union certificate),<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Relationship<\/strong>, for your children (e.g. birth certificate),<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\">A steady <strong>monthly income of more than \u20ac3,040<\/strong> (~$3,260), and&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\">Available resources that demonstrate your <strong>financial competence<\/strong> \u2014 i.e. a bank account with enough money to cover at least:\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"translation-block\">\u20ac760 (~$814) for each adult member of the family for each month of the planned stay,&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\">\u20ac380 (~$407) for each adult dependent, and&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\">\u20ac228 (~$245) for each child dependent.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">That means that for a year-long stay, you\u2019ll need a bank account with at least \u20ac9,120 (~$9,780) for your spouse as well as an additional \u20ac2,736 (~$2,934) for each child. Keep in mind that the financial resources for the spouse and children need to be proven independently of the financial proof that the visa requires of the actual applicant.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"who-is-eligible-to-apply-for-portugals-digital-nomad-visa\" class=\"wp-block-heading translation-block\">Who is eligible to apply for Portugal\u2019s digital nomad visa?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">One of the key requirements for the digital nomad visa is that you aren\u2019t a citizen of the EU\/EEA or Switzerland.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Citizens of the European Union and Switzerland can already work and live in Portugal (provided they get a Certificado de Registro) and therefore don\u2019t need a visa in order to regulate their stay.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 id=\"are-you-eligible-if-you-are-a-united-states-citizen\" class=\"wp-block-heading translation-block\">Are you eligible if you are a United States citizen?<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Yes<\/strong>, digital nomads from the States can apply for the new Portugal digital nomad visa. As long as they meet the <strong>minimal funds requirement<\/strong>, they are eligible for the visa.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Without a visa, US citizens can only stay in Portugal for 90 days. After that, they need to leave for at least 6 months before entering the country again (for another 90-day stay).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 id=\"are-you-eligible-if-you-are-a-us-green-card-holder\" class=\"wp-block-heading translation-block\">Are you eligible if you are a US Green Card holder?<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">US green card holders might find it tricky to get a Portugal digital nomad visa (or any other type of Portuguese visa). While the US Green Card has merit, <strong>depending on the country of origin<\/strong>, US Green Card holders might not be able to apply for and obtain the digital nomad visa.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">However, most Green Card holders will be able to apply for the Schengen visa that grants them the same right to a 90-day stay in Portugal that US citizens already have.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 id=\"are-you-eligible-if-you-are-an-eu-citizen\" class=\"wp-block-heading translation-block\">Are you eligible if you are an EU citizen?<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">EU citizens don\u2019t have any obstacles when it comes to living and working in Portugal.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Since Portugal is part of the EU, all citizens of countries that are also members of the European Union can freely work and live in Portugal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 id=\"are-you-eligible-if-you-reside-in-any-other-country\" class=\"wp-block-heading translation-block\">Are you eligible if you reside in any other country?<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Citizens of Switzerland <strong>enjoy the same privileges EU citizens<\/strong> have.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">On the other hand, citizens of New Zealand, Australia, and Canada enjoy the <strong>same privileges as US citizens<\/strong> \u2014 which means they can spend up to 90 days in Portugal once every 6 months without any sort of visa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">\n<div class=\"banner banner-dark pumble-gradient-landing-3\">\n    <div class=\"banner-text lg:pr-[6rem]\">\n        <h2 class=\"translation-block text-2xl !mb-4\">Empower remote team communication<\/h2>\n        <p class=\"translation-block !text-sm\">Easily communicate with your remote team in Pumble, even when traveling.<\/p>\n\n        <div class=\"banner-buttons d-flex space-x-4 translation-block\">\n            <a class=\"rounded-md px-6 py-2 bg-white\" href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/register\" target=\"_blank\">Sign up<\/a>\n\n                            <a class=\"button-2\" href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/solutions\/remote-work\" target=\"_blank\">Learn more<\/a>\n                    <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"banner-image banner-image-bottom \">\n        <picture>\n            <source srcset=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/themes\/cake-learn\/src\/images\/pumble\/banners\/landing-3@2x.png 2x\" alt=\"Illustration\"  media=\"(min-width: 1022px)\" \/>\n            <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/themes\/cake-learn\/src\/images\/pumble\/banners\/landing-3.png\"  alt=\"Illustration\" \/>\n        <\/picture>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n    <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"how-do-i-get-a-digital-nomad-visa-for-portugal\" class=\"wp-block-heading translation-block\">How do I get a digital nomad visa for Portugal?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Obtaining a visa is an uphill battle for most people. Even though it was made to be straightforward, the Portugal digital nomad visa still requires a lot of paperwork and working your way through layers of bureaucracy.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">To make things easier, we made you this 5-step guide.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1198\" height=\"2265\" src=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/The-5-step-guide-for-applying-for-the-Portugal-digital-nomad-visa.png\" alt=\"The 5-step guide for applying for the Portugal digital nomad visa\" class=\"wp-image-2359\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/The-5-step-guide-for-applying-for-the-Portugal-digital-nomad-visa.png 1198w, https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/The-5-step-guide-for-applying-for-the-Portugal-digital-nomad-visa-159x300.png 159w, https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/The-5-step-guide-for-applying-for-the-Portugal-digital-nomad-visa-542x1024.png 542w, https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/The-5-step-guide-for-applying-for-the-Portugal-digital-nomad-visa-768x1452.png 768w, https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/The-5-step-guide-for-applying-for-the-Portugal-digital-nomad-visa-812x1536.png 812w, https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/The-5-step-guide-for-applying-for-the-Portugal-digital-nomad-visa-1083x2048.png 1083w, https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/The-5-step-guide-for-applying-for-the-Portugal-digital-nomad-visa-6x12.png 6w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1198px) 100vw, 1198px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The 5-step guide for applying for the Portugal digital nomad visa<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"step-1-get-the-necessary-documents\" class=\"wp-block-heading translation-block\">Step #1: Get the necessary documents<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">If you think that you can apply for the digital nomad visa in a day or two, think again. In case you missed it, the visa application requires <a href=\"https:\/\/imigrante.sef.pt\/en\/prorrogar-permanencia\/vet-api\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>quite a few documents<\/strong><\/a><strong> <\/strong>and it\u2019s vital to gather them all, make copies, and translate and notarize them all before you actually apply for the visa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">So, the first step is gathering all the papers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"step-2-write-your-cover-letter-and-fill-out-the-application\" class=\"wp-block-heading translation-block\">Step #2: Write your cover letter and fill out the application&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Once you have all your ducks in a row (and all your documents on one pile), write your cover letter.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">The cover letter serves two purposes:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"translation-block\">It explains <strong>why you want to live and work in Portugal<\/strong>, and<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\">It serves as a <strong>narration for all your documentation<\/strong> (so make sure to explain and mention all documents that you\u2019ll later include in your application).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Once you\u2019ve done that, you can <strong>download the application form<\/strong> from the <a href=\"https:\/\/imigrante.sef.pt\/en\/impressos\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">SEF website<\/a> or the website of the nearest Portuguese embassy and fill it out.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"step-3-pay-the-application-fees-and-submit-the-application\" class=\"wp-block-heading translation-block\">Step #3: Pay the application fees and submit the application<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">To submit your application, you\u2019ll need to go to the embassy in person. Bring your filled-out form and all your documents.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Pay the <a href=\"https:\/\/imigrante.sef.pt\/en\/?media_dl=3635\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">accompanying fees<\/a><strong> <\/strong>on the spot, if you haven\u2019t had the chance to do it online<strong> \u2014 <\/strong>those fees may vary from country to country, but they should be:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"translation-block\">Around \u20ac75 (~$80) for a temporary visa, and<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\">Around \u20ac90 (~$97) for a residency visa.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Once you get to the embassy, the staff will take your documents and application and take your biometric information (i.e. take your picture and scan your face and fingerprints).&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"step-4-play-the-waiting-game\" class=\"wp-block-heading translation-block\">Step #4: Play the waiting game<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">The penultimate step of the application process is probably the hardest.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Once you\u2019ve submitted your application, you need to wait until you hear back from the embassy.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Typically, this doesn\u2019t take more than <strong>3\u20134 months<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">However, considering that the Portuguese Immigration and Border Services are slammed with work due to the increase in applications (thanks to the new digital nomad visa), you might have to wait longer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">You can <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vfsvisaonline.com\/Global-Passporttracking\/Track\/Index?q=shSA0YnE4pLF9Xzwon\/x\/NNL8oYEDVviiH9LFkvyoJmx\/fXKYWsKwvlIATddMeXNaVw6YNwyTP4kWTXZf1aExOPhRZGeubFiAmOrlA4MFC+VJVH2sphEIu+ChUcxuwnBeXaElfuTaHjnFmXBH8rE+A==\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">track the progress of your application<\/a> via the tracking number you\u2019ll get at the consulate.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">After your application has been processed, you\u2019ll receive an email informing you whether you got the visa or not.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"step-5-go-to-portugal-and-register-as-a-resident\" class=\"wp-block-heading translation-block\">Step #5: Go to Portugal and register as a resident<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Once you get your visa approved, you can enter Portugal.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Keep in mind that the initial approval of the visa only lasts for <strong>120 days<\/strong>. After those 4 months are up, you\u2019ll need to <a href=\"https:\/\/imigrante.sef.pt\/wp-content\/uploads\/RequerimentoProrrogacaoLD_2018.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">renew your visa<\/a> in SEF.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">You probably won\u2019t have to make an appointment with the SEF because one will be made for you during the visa approval process.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">However, keep in mind that the SEF is extremely busy. That means that <strong>you might get an appointment that\u2019s 5 or 6 months in the future<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">This often confuses and scares new visa holders because they know the initial visa is only approved for 4 months. However, the Portuguese government knows that the SEF simply can\u2019t process visas and hold appointments as quickly as the applications (and approvals) are coming in. Therefore, they know that you having a non-renewed visa isn\u2019t your fault.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Still, if you find yourself with an expired visa and still waiting for your SEF appointment, it would be wise to <strong>stay in Portugal<\/strong>. Don\u2019t go wandering around other EU countries, because their authorities won\u2019t be as understanding.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Once your appointment day comes, you\u2019ll go into the SEF <a href=\"https:\/\/imigrante.sef.pt\/en\/balcoes-atendimento\/#1538216973026-7031ee71-3210\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Public Service Bureau for your area<\/a>. You\u2019ll receive the information about when and where you need to be in an email that arrives along with your visa approval information.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">There, you\u2019ll submit your <a href=\"https:\/\/imigrante.sef.pt\/wp-content\/uploads\/RequerimentoProrrogacaoLD_2018.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">application for the visa renewal<\/a> in person.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">\n<div class=\"banner banner-dark pumble-gradient-features\">\n    <div class=\"banner-text lg:pr-[6rem]\">\n        <h2 class=\"translation-block text-2xl !mb-4\">Communication made easy<\/h2>\n        <p class=\"translation-block !text-sm\">Make communication simple and effective. Get things done easily. Try Pumble.<\/p>\n\n        <div class=\"banner-buttons d-flex space-x-4 translation-block\">\n            <a class=\"rounded-md px-6 py-2 bg-white\" href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/register\" target=\"_blank\">Sign up<\/a>\n\n                            <a class=\"button-2\" href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/solutions\/remote-work\" target=\"_blank\">Learn more<\/a>\n                    <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"banner-image banner-image-middle \">\n        <picture>\n            <source srcset=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/themes\/cake-learn\/src\/images\/pumble\/banners\/features@2x.png 2x\" alt=\"Illustration\"  media=\"(min-width: 1022px)\" \/>\n            <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/themes\/cake-learn\/src\/images\/pumble\/banners\/features.png\"  alt=\"Illustration\" \/>\n        <\/picture>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n    <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"can-i-live-in-portugal-without-a-digital-nomad-visa-while-working-remotely\" class=\"wp-block-heading translation-block\">Can I live in Portugal without a digital nomad visa while working remotely?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">The answer to this question is both yes and no. If you are a EU\/EEA citizen, then you can live and work in Portugal (remotely) without a visa for 90 days. As mentioned, after those 90 days are up, you\u2019ll need to acquire the Residency Certificate, a document that formalizes your stay in Portugal.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">You can only apply for this certificate if you are a citizen of:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"translation-block\">EU,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\">Iceland,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\">Liechtenstein,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\">Norway,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\">Principality of Andorra, or<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\">Switzerland.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">If you\u2019re a citizen of any other country, then you must apply for a working visa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">If you\u2019re not eligible for the digital nomad visa, don\u2019t worry, there are other options available.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Although not all of them might be as great a fit for a digital nomad as the actual digital nomad visa, they still have their advantages.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">We\u2019ll list the detailed information about each of them below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"custom-btn translation-block\"><a href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/register\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Working remotely? Try Pumble<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"what-other-types-of-visas-suitable-for-digital-nomads-does-portugal-offer\" class=\"wp-block-heading translation-block\">What other types of visas suitable for digital nomads does Portugal offer?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Aside from the digital nomad visa, Portugal has three other visas that foreigners interested in working and living in Portugal can apply for:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"translation-block\">D7 passive income visa,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\">D2 entrepreneur visa, and<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\">Golden visa.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Let\u2019s see what the requirements are for each of them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"type-1-d7-passive-income-visa\" class=\"wp-block-heading translation-block\">Type #1: D7 Passive income visa<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Before the Portuguese government blessed us all with the digital nomad visa, people who wanted to spend more than the Schengen-approved 90 days in Portugal could apply for the D7 visa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">The D7 visa is also known as the passive income visa \u2014 but, up until October 30th of 2022, it was most commonly called Portugal\u2019s D7 visa for remote work.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Today, clear guidelines and regulations separate the two visas.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">The D7 visa is mostly <strong>aimed at retirees who have a passive income <\/strong>(such as a pension, or profits from rentals or dividends). Beloved by <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gov.uk\/guidance\/living-in-portugal\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">British and American citizens<\/a>, the D7 passive income visa has just a few requirements:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"translation-block\">You have to be a <strong>non-EU\/EEA resident<\/strong>,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\">You have to have a <strong>passive income equivalent or higher than the minimum wage<\/strong> in Portugal (that\u2019s \u20ac760 (~$814) per month, so \u20ac9,120 (~$9,780) per year),<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\">If your spouse is applying for the visa with you, you also need another \u20ac4,560 (~$4,890) per year in passive income for them, and<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\">The passive income has to come from <strong>outside of Portugal<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 id=\"is-it-hard-to-get-a-d7-visa-in-portugal\" class=\"wp-block-heading translation-block\">Is it hard to get a D7 visa in Portugal?<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Compared to the new digital nomad visa, the D7 has lax rules and low requirements. It <strong>used to be fairly easy <\/strong>to get a D7 visa, because the government didn\u2019t really look that hard into the origin of the passive income (or whether it was actually passive), which is why digital nomads used the D7 visa without a problem.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Now, however, the D7 visa will only be available to people who actually have a passive income. Active earners (like digital nomads) will have to apply for the Portugal digital nomad visa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">\n<div class=\"banner banner-dark pumble-gradient-landing-4\">\n    <div class=\"banner-text lg:pr-[6rem]\">\n        <h2 class=\"translation-block text-2xl !mb-4\">Empower remote team communication<\/h2>\n        <p class=\"translation-block !text-sm\">Easily communicate with your remote team in Pumble, even when traveling.<\/p>\n\n        <div class=\"banner-buttons d-flex space-x-4 translation-block\">\n            <a class=\"rounded-md px-6 py-2 bg-white\" href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/register\" target=\"_blank\">Sign up<\/a>\n\n                            <a class=\"button-2\" href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/solutions\/remote-work\" target=\"_blank\">Learn more<\/a>\n                    <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"banner-image banner-image-middle \">\n        <picture>\n            <source srcset=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/themes\/cake-learn\/src\/images\/pumble\/banners\/landing-4@2x.png 2x\" alt=\"Illustration\"  media=\"(min-width: 1022px)\" \/>\n            <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/themes\/cake-learn\/src\/images\/pumble\/banners\/landing-4.png\"  alt=\"Illustration\" \/>\n        <\/picture>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n    <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"type-2-d2-entrepreneur-visa\" class=\"wp-block-heading translation-block\">Type #2: D2 Entrepreneur visa<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Created to encourage non-EU entrepreneurs to open businesses and make local investments in Portugal, the D2 entrepreneur visa is a bit more complicated than the previous DE2 visa.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">It requires you to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"translation-block\">Have a <strong>company operating in Portugal<\/strong>,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\">Have enough funds to finance the opening of such a company (<strong>at least \u20ac5,000<\/strong> (~$5360)),<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\">Have a business plan that details how your company can <strong>help the local community<\/strong> in which you\u2019ll open your business, and<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\">Have <strong>sufficient funds<\/strong> to sustain both yourself and any other potential family members (the requirements here are the same as they are for the D7 visa).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"type-3-golden-visa-residence-by-investment-visa\" class=\"wp-block-heading translation-block\">Type #3: Golden visa (residence by investment visa)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">If you happen to have \u20ac500,000 (~$536,000) lying around and you have a week of free time, you can invest them in the Portugal real estate and automatically obtain a residency permit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">The golden visa is the most expensive, but also the easiest way to gain residency in Portugal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">If you\u2019re interested in investing in the Portuguese real estate market, here\u2019s how much you have to invest to get the golden visa:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><strong>\u20ac500,000<\/strong> (~$536,000) in property or an investment fund.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><strong>\u20ac400,000 <\/strong>in new property in a low-density area in Portugal.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><strong>\u20ac350,000<\/strong> (~$375,000) in an older property (30 or more years old)&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><strong>\u20ac280,000<\/strong> (~$300,000) in an older property in a low-density area.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Alternatively, you can just make <strong>\u20ac1.5 (~$1.61) million<\/strong> in capital investments or transfer \u20ac500,000 (~$536,000) to a qualifying Portuguese fund.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">That\u2019s not all. You can also qualify for the golden visa if your company creates at least 10 new jobs in Portugal (8 in a rural area) or if you invest at least <strong>\u20ac500,000<\/strong> (~$536,000) into a Portuguese company and your investment creates at least 5 new jobs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Finally, you can donate <strong>\u20ac250,000<\/strong> (~$268,060) or more to the preservation of the national heritage of Portugal or <strong>\u20ac500,000<\/strong> (~$536,125) to scientific research and development in Portugal to obtain the golden visa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"which-portugal-visa-type-is-best-for-digital-nomads\" class=\"wp-block-heading translation-block\">Which Portugal visa type is best for digital nomads?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">All Portuguese visas give you <strong>access to the European Union and the Schengen area.<\/strong> As long as you hold a Portuguese visa, you can act as a citizen of the EU and freely move between the EU countries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">So, in other words, each of the visas trumps the Schengen-approved 90-day stay (also known as the tourist visa).&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">However, not every Portuguese visa will be a great fit for everyone.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">If you\u2019re only interested in staying in Portugal for a short while, but want your papers sorted, the <strong>temporary stay visa<\/strong> is the ideal pick for you.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">On the other hand, if you\u2019re looking to make Portugal your permanent home \u2014 at least for up to 5 years \u2014 then you might look into getting a <strong>residency visa <\/strong>instead.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Small business owners might want to take advantage of the <strong>entrepreneur visa<\/strong> \u2014 since it has a low requirement of \u20ac5,000 (~$5,360) in capital.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Those who have a lot of money and want to get a visa as quickly as possible can go for the <strong>golden visa<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">\n<div class=\"banner banner-light pumble-gradient-templates\">\n    <div class=\"banner-text lg:pr-[6rem]\">\n        <h2 class=\"translation-block text-2xl !mb-4\">Power your digital nomad journey with Pumble<\/h2>\n        <p class=\"translation-block !text-sm\">Boost productivity and empower your team with an all-in-one communication app.<\/p>\n\n        <div class=\"banner-buttons d-flex space-x-4 translation-block\">\n            <a class=\"rounded-md px-6 py-2 bg-white\" href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/register\" target=\"_blank\">Sign up<\/a>\n\n                            <a class=\"button-2\" href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/solutions\/remote-work\" target=\"_blank\">Learn more<\/a>\n                    <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"banner-image banner-image-middle \">\n        <picture>\n            <source srcset=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/themes\/cake-learn\/src\/images\/pumble\/banners\/templates@2x.png 2x\" alt=\"Illustration\"  media=\"(min-width: 1022px)\" \/>\n            <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/themes\/cake-learn\/src\/images\/pumble\/banners\/templates.png\"  alt=\"Illustration\" \/>\n        <\/picture>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n    <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"costs-you-need-to-consider-as-a-digital-nomad-in-portugal\" class=\"wp-block-heading translation-block\">Costs you need to consider as a digital nomad in Portugal<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">One of the main reasons digital nomads adore Portugal is that it has quite an affordable cost of living.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">But what does that mean in practice?&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Let\u2019s break down all of these expenses in a way that makes sense for a digital nomad and see what we end up with.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"expense-1-rent-or-accommodation\" class=\"wp-block-heading translation-block\">Expense #1: Rent (or accommodation)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Rent or accommodation expenses will probably make the biggest dent in any digital nomad\u2019s budget. Depending on where you decide to settle down in Portugal, you\u2019ll pay somewhere between <strong>\u20ac385 (~$412) per month <\/strong>in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.numbeo.com\/cost-of-living\/in\/Coimbra\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Coimbra<\/a> and <strong>\u20ac1,300 (~$1,395) per month<\/strong> in Lisbon for a one-bedroom apartment.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Of course, we are talking about average prices here. If you\u2019re looking to save a few bucks while traveling and working in Portugal, keep in mind that staying in rural areas or at least outside of the city center means you\u2019ll spend less on rent. The price also depends on how much space and how many amenities you need.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">For example, if you\u2019re only interested in renting out a single room for a longer period of time, you can save a bit of money, as those rentals can be quite cheap in some areas (as low as \u20ac150 (~$160) per month).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">As you can see in the table below, there\u2019s a vast <strong>disparity between prices<\/strong> in general in Portugal. Big cities such as Lisbon and Porto tend to be pricier than some smaller cities like Tavira or Braga. Still, compared to the rest of Western Europe, even the big cities are quite affordable.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><thead><tr><th scope=\"col\"><strong>City in Portugal<\/strong><\/th><th scope=\"col\"><strong>Average cost of rent for a one-bedroom apartment (per month)<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Lisbon<\/td><td>\u20ac1,000\u2014\u20ac1,500 (~$1,070\u2014$1595)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Cascais<\/td><td>\u20ac1,300 (~$1,380)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Funachal (Madeira Islands)<\/td><td>\u20ac975 (~$1,035)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Porto<\/td><td>\u20ac950 (~$1,010)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Faro (the Algarve region)<\/td><td>\u20ac980 (~$1,040)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Tavira (the Algarve region)<\/td><td>\u20ac600\u2014\u20ac900 (~$640\u2014$960)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Braga<\/td><td>\u20ac500\u2014\u20ac700 (~$530\u2014$740)<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>The cost of living, which includes rent, varies around Portugal. Source: <\/em><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.idealista.pt\/\" target=\"_blank\"><em>Idealista<\/em><\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"expense-2-utilities\" class=\"wp-block-heading translation-block\">Expense #2: Utilities<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Basic utilities cost between <strong>\u20ac100 and \u20ac150 (~$107\u2013$160)<\/strong> per month. That includes:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"translation-block\">Electricity,&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\">Heating and AC,&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\">Garbage, and&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\">Water.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">However, keep in mind that utilities will sometimes be included in your rent price while at other times they won\u2019t.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">So, if you\u2019re renting a place in Portugal, make sure to check <strong>whether the advertised price includes the utilities<\/strong> or not.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">As for the rest of your potential monthly expenses, cable or ADSL internet costs between \u20ac30 and \u20ac40 per month (~$32\u2013$42), while a prepaid SIM card costs as little as \u20ac2.50 (~$2.70).&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">You can also get on a monthly plan with a mobile provider (which we do recommend if you\u2019re staying for a longer period). An unlimited plan will cost you anywhere between \u20ac10 and \u20ac40 (~$10\u2013$42), depending on the package you pick.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"expense-3-transportation\" class=\"wp-block-heading translation-block\">Expense #3: Transportation<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">One of the massive advantages of Portugal is that it\u2019s <strong>pedestrian-friendly<\/strong>. Even in Lisbon, you can easily find your way around without a car, since it\u2019s one of the rare capital cities that aren\u2019t organized in a car-centric manner.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Not needing a car is a huge benefit \u2014 you can <strong>walk pretty much everywhere<\/strong> or use public transportation.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">The two biggest cities in Portugal \u2014 Lisbon and Porto \u2014 have metro systems that are well-developed and affordable. A monthly pass for the metro costs around <strong>\u20ac30 (~$32)<\/strong>, while daily tickets cost between <strong>\u20ac1 and \u20ac2 (~$1\u2013$2)<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Other forms of transportation, such as taxis and Uber, are also quite affordable. The starting fare for a taxi is around \u20ac3.5 (~$3.75), while the minimum fare for UberX is \u20ac3.25 (~$3.50). Uber is also generally slightly cheaper than taxis.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"expense-4-groceries\" class=\"wp-block-heading translation-block\">Expense #4: Groceries<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">An average Portuguese person <strong>spends around <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.numbeo.com\/cost-of-living\/country_result.jsp?country=Portugal\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>26.5% of their monthly income on groceries<\/strong><\/a>. If we take into account that the average yearly salary in Portugal is just under <strong>\u20ac22,000 (~$23,590)<\/strong>, that means that, on average, groceries cost between <strong>\u20ac400 and \u20ac500 (~$430\u2013$535)<\/strong> per month.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1198\" height=\"1249\" src=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Average-distribution-of-expenses-in-Portugal.png\" alt=\"Average distribution of expenses in Portugal. \nSource: Numbeo\" class=\"wp-image-2360\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Average-distribution-of-expenses-in-Portugal.png 1198w, https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Average-distribution-of-expenses-in-Portugal-288x300.png 288w, https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Average-distribution-of-expenses-in-Portugal-982x1024.png 982w, https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Average-distribution-of-expenses-in-Portugal-768x801.png 768w, https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Average-distribution-of-expenses-in-Portugal-12x12.png 12w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1198px) 100vw, 1198px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Average distribution of expenses in Portugal. \nSource: Numbeo<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Of course, this number can vary depending on how much you like to eat out and where you buy your groceries.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Fresh produce and meat are especially cheap in big supermarkets as well as open markets, so pay attention to where you shop.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">On average, you\u2019ll have to spend:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"translation-block\">\u20ac0.76 (~$0.81) on milk,&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\">\u20ac1.16 (~$1.24) on bread,&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\">\u20ac5.73 (~$6.14) for a kilogram (~2.2 pounds) of chicken filets, and&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\">\u20ac9.37 (~$10.05) for a kilogram of red meat.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"expense-5-restaurants-cafes-and-bakeries\" class=\"wp-block-heading translation-block\">Expense #5: Restaurants, cafes, and bakeries<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Portugal is famous for its delicious food. In fact, <strong>the Portuguese <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.forbes.com\/sites\/annabel\/2023\/01\/24\/off-the-beaten-path-in-portugal-weird-wonderful-and-highly-specific-food-festivals\/?sh=5071dbc6473b\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>take their food quite seriously<\/strong><\/a><strong> <\/strong>and take great care of not only which products they use but also of how they cook, plate, and present them.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">So, Portugal has a lot to offer in terms of dining \u2014 from <a href=\"https:\/\/guide.michelin.com\/en\/pt\/restaurants\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Michelin-star restaurants<\/a> to hole-in-the-wall eateries.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Of course, although you&#8217;ll find <strong>life-changing dishes<\/strong> in both types of restaurants, the prices will differ.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">A meal for two in an average or mid-range restaurant costs between <strong>\u20ac10 and \u20ac40 (~$10\u2013$42)<\/strong>, plus tips, which are optional. However, an outing to a high-end establishment can cost you several hundred euros.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">A night on the town can also be either pricy or cheap \u2014 depending on how much you like to party. A bottle of beer costs around \u20ac2 (~$2.14), wine is \u20ac3 (~$3.22) for a glass and around \u20ac15 (~$16.08) for a bottle, while a cocktail can cost anywhere between \u20ac5 and \u20ac10 (~$5.3\u2013$10.70).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"expense-6-internet\" class=\"wp-block-heading translation-block\">Expense #6: Internet<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">The internet is fast and readily available pretty much everywhere in Portugal. As mentioned, your monthly internet bill <strong>won\u2019t go over \u20ac40 ($42) per month<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">However, pay close attention to the speed and availability of the internet when renting a place.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Although you\u2019ll rarely see an apartment listing that doesn\u2019t mention internet as an included amenity, some apartment listings will also have the type and speed of the internet connection listed in the ad.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Given how important it is to maintain a stable connection, that\u2019s definitely something to keep an eye out for.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">\n<div class=\"banner banner-dark pumble-gradient-default\">\n    <div class=\"banner-text lg:pr-[6rem]\">\n        <h2 class=\"translation-block text-2xl !mb-4\">Improve remote team communication<\/h2>\n        <p class=\"translation-block !text-sm\">Simplify your work with Pumble, the all-in-one communication app.<\/p>\n\n        <div class=\"banner-buttons d-flex space-x-4 translation-block\">\n            <a class=\"rounded-md px-6 py-2 bg-white\" href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/register\" target=\"_blank\">Sign up<\/a>\n\n                            <a class=\"button-2\" href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/solutions\/remote-work\" target=\"_blank\">Learn more<\/a>\n                    <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"banner-image banner-image-right \">\n        <picture>\n            <source srcset=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/themes\/cake-learn\/src\/images\/pumble\/banners\/default@2x.png 2x\" alt=\"Illustration\"  media=\"(min-width: 1022px)\" \/>\n            <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/themes\/cake-learn\/src\/images\/pumble\/banners\/default.png\"  alt=\"Illustration\" \/>\n        <\/picture>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n    <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"expense-7-coworking-spaces\" class=\"wp-block-heading translation-block\">Expense #7: Coworking spaces<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">If you prefer to work from an office, you\u2019ll also have the added monthly expense of coworking spaces.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Coworking spaces are <strong>the priciest in Lisbon<\/strong>. However, as Lisbon is the capital, it also has the biggest number of coworking spaces. Daily passes are between <strong>\u20ac15 and \u20ac25 (~$32\u2013$42)<\/strong>, while monthly passes are, on average, <strong>\u20ac146 (~$155)<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Other cities, like Porto, Madeira Islands, and Algarve, all have lower prices when it comes to coworking spaces. However, they also don\u2019t have as big of a selection. For example, you\u2019ll probably be pressed to find a coworking space in tiny, rural towns like Ericeira.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Because coworking space is usually quite a big expense for digital nomads, we wanted to see just how big of an impact it can have on a digital nomad\u2019s budget.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Luckily, <strong>one of our very own content managers, <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/in\/ivana-fisic\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Ivana Fi\u0161i\u0107<\/strong><\/a>, spent some time in 2022 working and living in Porto, Portugal. We asked her to give us the inside scoop on the price of coworking spaces during her stay:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns pro-blockquote is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"346\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Ivana-Fisic.jpg\" alt=\"Ivana Fisic\" class=\"wp-image-2326\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Ivana-Fisic.jpg 346w, https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Ivana-Fisic-260x300.jpg 260w, https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Ivana-Fisic-10x12.jpg 10w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 346px) 100vw, 346px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"translation-block\"><em>\u201cThe prices of coworking spaces in Porto are relatively cheaper than those in Lisbon. For example, you can find a spot for as little as \u20ac10 per day. Keep in mind that that price is without VAT, so the actual price is slightly higher.&nbsp;<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\"><em>Also, the daily passes don\u2019t offer as much value for money as monthly passes do. Some coworking spaces don\u2019t offer anything other than the daily and monthly passes. That\u2019s pretty inconvenient for someone who came to Porto for two or three weeks, as I did.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">So, <strong>pay attention to the fine print<\/strong> and do your math before you decide which pass works best for you.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"do-digital-nomads-pay-tax-in-portugal\" class=\"wp-block-heading translation-block\">Do digital nomads pay tax in Portugal?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Taxes, like death, are inevitable no matter where you live. Therefore, being a digital nomad doesn\u2019t exempt you from paying taxes in Portugal.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Of course, that only applies <strong>if you\u2019ve spent <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.oecd.org\/en\/networks\/global-forum-tax-transparency\/resources\/aeoi-implementation-portal\/tax-residency.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>more than 183 days in Portugal<\/strong><\/a> during the course of one year. Those 183 days don\u2019t have to be consecutive, so keep that in mind.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">If you have spent half a year in Portugal, you\u2019re law-bound to pay income taxes both on:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"translation-block\">The income obtained in Portugal, and<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\">The income obtained abroad (if you obtained it in a country with which Portugal doesn\u2019t have a <a href=\"https:\/\/europa.eu\/youreurope\/citizens\/work\/taxes\/double-taxation\/index_en.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">double taxation agreement<\/a>).&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">However, an <a href=\"https:\/\/schengenvisainfo.com\/news\/portugal-lures-digital-nomads-with-favourable-taxes\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">advantage of the digital nomad visa<\/a> is that it allows you to become an NHR or a non-habitual resident. That, in turn, allows you to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.theportugalnews.com\/news\/2021-07-30\/digital-nomads-plug-in-to-portugals-tax-perks\/61431\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">take advantage of the NHR tax scheme<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 id=\"the-nhr-program\" class=\"wp-block-heading translation-block\">The NHR program<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">There are only two requirements for the NHR program:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">The NHR or the <a href=\"https:\/\/info.portaldasfinancas.gov.pt\/pt\/apoio_contribuinte\/Folhetos_informativos\/Documents\/Non_habitual_residents_Tax_regime.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">non-habitual residency program<\/a> minimizes your income taxes. The program was introduced in order to entice pensioners, high-income professionals, and entrepreneurs to apply for tax residency in Portugal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"translation-block\">Spend at least 183 days in Portugal during the year, and<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\">Provide proof that you haven\u2019t been taxed in Portugal in the previous 5 years.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">The NHR tax scheme can significantly lower the income taxes for the domestically obtained income to a flat rate of 20%. That means that if you earn \u20ac76,000 per year, your income tax will be \u20ac15,200 for the entire year.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Regular income taxes for residents of Portugal go up to 48%, which would mean that you\u2019d be paying \u20ac36,480 in taxes on your 76 thousand income. So, the digital nomad discount you\u2019ll be getting is quite hefty!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Aside from the flat domestic income tax rate, the NHR program has several other benefits:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"translation-block\">It exempts you from tax on income obtained abroad (provided the income comes from a country that Portugal has a double taxation agreement),<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\">It exempts you from paying income tax for real estate income, dividends, capital gains, and self-employment income (under the same double taxation law),<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\">It exempts you from paying the wealth tax,&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\">It provides a flat 10% tax rate on pensions.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">\n<div class=\"banner banner-light pumble-gradient-templates\">\n    <div class=\"banner-text lg:pr-[6rem]\">\n        <h2 class=\"translation-block text-2xl !mb-4\">All-in-one digital HQ<\/h2>\n        <p class=\"translation-block !text-sm\">Easily connect with your remote team in Pumble, no matter where you are working from.<\/p>\n\n        <div class=\"banner-buttons d-flex space-x-4 translation-block\">\n            <a class=\"rounded-md px-6 py-2 bg-white\" href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/register\" target=\"_blank\">Sign up<\/a>\n\n                            <a class=\"button-2\" href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/solutions\/remote-work\" target=\"_blank\">Learn more<\/a>\n                    <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"banner-image banner-image-middle \">\n        <picture>\n            <source srcset=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/themes\/cake-learn\/src\/images\/pumble\/banners\/templates@2x.png 2x\" alt=\"Illustration\"  media=\"(min-width: 1022px)\" \/>\n            <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/themes\/cake-learn\/src\/images\/pumble\/banners\/templates.png\"  alt=\"Illustration\" \/>\n        <\/picture>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n    <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"documents-required-for-paying-taxes-in-portugal\" class=\"wp-block-heading translation-block\">Documents required for paying taxes in Portugal<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">When you arrive in Portugal, you\u2019ll need to fill out a <a href=\"https:\/\/info.portaldasfinancas.gov.pt\/pt\/apoio_contribuinte\/modelos_formularios\/declaracoes_cadastrais\/Pages\/declaracoes-cadastrais-iva-ir-.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">registration form<\/a> with your local <a href=\"https:\/\/www.portaldasfinancas.gov.pt\/at\/html\/index.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">tax office<\/a> in Portugal. You\u2019ll have to do this before engaging in any professional activity.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">This form can be obtained and filled out online.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Its purpose is to report to the tax authorities what type of activity you\u2019ll be performing and which type of income you\u2019ll be receiving for that activity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">The Portuguese authorities will calculate your expected tax, but you\u2019re still expected to file a personal statement of Personal Income Tax every year.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Luckily, you can also do that online via the automatic IRS tax declaration service.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">The Portuguese generally file their taxes between April 1st and June 1st every year. To submit the statement and pay the personal income tax, you\u2019ll need to visit the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.portaldasfinancas.gov.pt\/at\/html\/index.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Portugal\u2019s Tax Authority<\/a> website and log in with your NIF number.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"what-are-the-benefits-of-being-a-digital-nomad-in-portugal\" class=\"wp-block-heading translation-block\">What are the benefits of being a digital nomad in Portugal?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Sunny Portugal has always been a popular destination not only for tourists but also expats and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.forbes.com\/sites\/ceciliarodriguez\/2022\/04\/29\/top-five-european-countries-to-retire-in-2022\/?sh=6e8807e3615c\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">retirees<\/a>. Once they noticed this trend, the Portuguese legislature made sure to <strong>pass laws and introduce visas <\/strong>that will allow these groups of people to freely live and work in Portugal (and enjoy the benefits that come with that).&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">But, the <strong>various tax and residency schemes we previously talked about <\/strong>aren\u2019t the only thing that\u2019s motivating digital nomads to start calling Portugal their temporary home.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Even before the digital nomad visa was introduced, digital nomads flocked to Portugal. In fact, according to the Nomad List, Portugal has been one of the <strong>top 10 countries for digital nomads<\/strong> in the world and one of the two most popular ones in Western Europe for years.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1199\" height=\"1529\" src=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Most-visited-countries-by-digital-nomads.png\" alt=\"Most visited countries by digital nomads\" class=\"wp-image-2361\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Most-visited-countries-by-digital-nomads.png 1199w, https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Most-visited-countries-by-digital-nomads-235x300.png 235w, https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Most-visited-countries-by-digital-nomads-803x1024.png 803w, https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Most-visited-countries-by-digital-nomads-768x979.png 768w, https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Most-visited-countries-by-digital-nomads-9x12.png 9w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1199px) 100vw, 1199px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Most visited countries by digital nomads<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1198\" height=\"1547\" src=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Most-visited-cities-by-digital-nomads.png\" alt=\"Most visited cities by digital nomads\" class=\"wp-image-2363\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Most-visited-cities-by-digital-nomads.png 1198w, https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Most-visited-cities-by-digital-nomads-232x300.png 232w, https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Most-visited-cities-by-digital-nomads-793x1024.png 793w, https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Most-visited-cities-by-digital-nomads-768x992.png 768w, https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Most-visited-cities-by-digital-nomads-1189x1536.png 1189w, https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Most-visited-cities-by-digital-nomads-9x12.png 9w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1198px) 100vw, 1198px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Most visited cities by digital nomads<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">With the number of digital nomads rising globally (due to people <a href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/collaboration\/remote-work-statistics\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">refusing to go back<\/a> to the office) and the introduction of the new Portugal digital nomad visa, it\u2019s only logical that Portugal will see a higher number of digital nomads.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">But, why does Portugal rank so high on the list of places to be (according to digital nomads)?&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Let\u2019s unpack this together, shall we?<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1198\" height=\"1980\" src=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Benefits-of-being-a-digital-nomad-in-Portugal.png\" alt=\"Benefits of being a digital nomad in Portugal\" class=\"wp-image-2373\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Benefits-of-being-a-digital-nomad-in-Portugal.png 1198w, https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Benefits-of-being-a-digital-nomad-in-Portugal-182x300.png 182w, https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Benefits-of-being-a-digital-nomad-in-Portugal-620x1024.png 620w, https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Benefits-of-being-a-digital-nomad-in-Portugal-768x1269.png 768w, https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Benefits-of-being-a-digital-nomad-in-Portugal-929x1536.png 929w, https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Benefits-of-being-a-digital-nomad-in-Portugal-7x12.png 7w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1198px) 100vw, 1198px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"benefit-1-fantastic-quality-of-life\" class=\"wp-block-heading translation-block\">Benefit #1: Fantastic quality of life<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Portugal is undoubtedly one of the <strong>dream tourist destinations<\/strong> that people want to spend their hard-earned vacations in.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">However, unlike some, Portugal is also a <strong>great place to live year-round<\/strong>, which is what makes it so attractive to digital nomads.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Not only does Portugal have a lot to offer in terms of great food, welcoming locals, and sightseeing opportunities, but it also has excellent living conditions such as:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Affordable and available housing<\/strong>,&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Public transport infrastructure<\/strong>,&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Job prospects<\/strong>,&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Well-staffed, affordable, and available healthcare facilities<\/strong>, and<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Affordable cost of living<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">On the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.oecd.org\/en\/data\/tools\/well-being-data-monitor.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Better Life Index<\/a> scale, Portugal ranks quite high in several dimensions.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">It outperforms New Zealand in terms of housing conditions and spending, and it\u2019s just behind Denmark in terms of income.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Overall, Portugal outperforms many countries when it comes to the quality of the environment and overall safety.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">\n<div class=\"banner banner-dark pumble-gradient-landing-1\">\n    <div class=\"banner-text lg:pr-[6rem]\">\n        <h2 class=\"translation-block text-2xl !mb-4\">Simplify work with Pumble<\/h2>\n        <p class=\"translation-block !text-sm\">A communication app for teams of all kinds. Discuss, share, and collaborate.<\/p>\n\n        <div class=\"banner-buttons d-flex space-x-4 translation-block\">\n            <a class=\"rounded-md px-6 py-2 bg-white\" href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/register\" target=\"_blank\">Sign up<\/a>\n\n                            <a class=\"button-2\" href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/solutions\/remote-work\" target=\"_blank\">Learn more<\/a>\n                    <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"banner-image banner-image-stretch \">\n        <picture>\n            <source srcset=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/themes\/cake-learn\/src\/images\/pumble\/banners\/landing-1@2x.png 2x\" alt=\"Illustration\"  media=\"(min-width: 1022px)\" \/>\n            <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/themes\/cake-learn\/src\/images\/pumble\/banners\/landing-1.png\"  alt=\"Illustration\" \/>\n        <\/picture>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n    <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"benefit-2-great-overall-safety\" class=\"wp-block-heading translation-block\">Benefit #2: Great overall safety<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Portugal is one of the safest countries in the world. In 2021, it managed to rank 4th on the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.visionofhumanity.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/GPI-2021-web-1.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Global Peace Index<\/a> scale.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">That is a particularly <strong>important factor for digital nomads<\/strong>. When you\u2019re living your life out of a suitcase, constantly traveling around without the support of family or a community, the safety of the place you pick to rest your head at is vital.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">As one of the top five safest countries in the world, Portugal is clearly a great pick for digital nomads.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">However, you\u2019ll hear the same claim in many countries that score equally high and still find yourself being looked down upon or feeling threatened when you visit them.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">That\u2019s why we wanted to check whether these numbers had any merit in real life or not.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">We asked our <strong>resident expert, Ivana Fi\u0161i\u0107<\/strong>, to give us her perspective on the general safety in Portugal. Here\u2019s what she had to say:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns pro-blockquote is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"346\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Ivana-Fisic.jpg\" alt=\"Ivana Fisic\" class=\"wp-image-2326\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Ivana-Fisic.jpg 346w, https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Ivana-Fisic-260x300.jpg 260w, https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Ivana-Fisic-10x12.jpg 10w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 346px) 100vw, 346px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"translation-block\"><em>\u201cWalking through the streets of Porto, even alone, never felt unsafe. To a woman, being in an unknown place can be daunting, but Portuguese people are so welcoming and friendly that you instantly get reassured. It made wandering around town and exploring all the uphill streets more of an adventure and less of a dreadful experience.\u201d&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">So, the numbers really don\u2019t lie!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 id=\"extra-safety-benefit-lgbtq-friendly\" class=\"wp-block-heading translation-block\">Extra safety benefit: LGBTQ+ friendly<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">It\u2019s also important to note that Portugal ranks quite high when it comes to the <strong>progressiveness of the people<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">With an amazing score of <a href=\"https:\/\/freedomhouse.org\/country\/portugal\/freedom-world\/2021\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">96 out of 100 in terms of political rights and civil liberties<\/a>, Portugal is one of the more progressive countries where you\u2019ll rarely find yourself discriminated against, even if you\u2019re a member of a minority. People of color as well as members of other minorities (like LGBTQ+ people) report that they feel rather safe in Portugal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">The ongoing efforts of the Portugal\u2019s government to eradicate all forms of racially motivated discrimination, violence, and ill-treatment are commendable and set Portugal apart from some other European countries. But, Portugal <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ohchr.org\/en\/press-releases\/2021\/12\/portugal-crossroads-anti-racism-say-un-experts\" target=\"_blank\">still has some way to go<\/a> in order to be a completely safe space for POC.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">On the other hand, Portugal is quite LGBTQ+ friendly and has been for quite some time. They even forbade discrimination based on sexual orientation <a href=\"https:\/\/fra.europa.eu\/sites\/default\/files\/fra_uploads\/388-fra-hdgso-part2-nr_pt.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">in their constitution way back in 2004<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">According to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.equaldex.com\/region\/portugal\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Equaldex<\/a>, Portugal scores quite high when it comes to LGBTQ+ rights:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Discrimination is illegal<\/strong>,&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\">LGBTQ+ couples are <strong>allowed to marry and adopt children<\/strong>, and&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\">Trans people can legally <strong>change the gender in their documents<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"benefit-3-great-internet-speed-and-availability\" class=\"wp-block-heading translation-block\">Benefit #3: Great internet speed and availability<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Aside from feeling safe, digital nomads also like Portugal because of its amazing internet availability.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Having a stable and readily available internet connection no matter where you go is imperative for everyone who\u2019s working away from (their own) home or office.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Portugal has a high rate of high-speed internet availability. According to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.anacom.pt\/render.jsp?contentId=1736230\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">ANACOM<\/a> (the Portuguese national regulatory authority for the communications sector) and Portugal\u2019s National Statistics Institute, more than <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ine.pt\/xportal\/xmain?xpid=INE&amp;xpgid=ine_destaques&amp;DESTAQUESdest_boui=541053235&amp;DESTAQUESmodo=2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>4 out of 5 households across Portugal use fixed high-speed internet<\/strong><\/a><strong> <\/strong>services.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">The average internet speed in Portugal is <strong>120 Mbps (median download speed) and 85 Mbps&nbsp; (median upload speed)<\/strong>. However, depending on where you decide to rest your head (and plug in your laptop), you can get internet as fast as 1 Gbps.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">The fastest (and most readily available) internet is in:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Lisbon<\/strong> (96.6% internet penetration rate),<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Azores<\/strong> (91.1% internet penetration rate), and<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Algarve<\/strong> (86.6% internet penetration rate).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group pro-tip\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"translation-block\">\ud83c\udf93 <strong>Pumble Pro Tip<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Having a stable internet connection is imperative for remote work. An internet connection that keeps breaking can really impact your productivity (and profits).&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">But it takes more than just speedy internet to maintain satisfying productivity levels. If you\u2019re looking to increase your productivity while working remotely, check out some of the tips from the following article:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><a href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/productive-remote-work\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">15 Tips on how to be productive in a remote work environment<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"custom-btn translation-block\"><a href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/register\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Collaborate in real time to increase productivity \u2014 with Pumble<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"benefit-4-low-cost-of-living\" class=\"wp-block-heading translation-block\">Benefit #4: Low cost of living<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Another good thing about Portugal is that the fast internet that we\u2019ve mentioned also comes quite cheap. Monthly costs don\u2019t exceed \u20ac30\u201340 (~$32\u201342).&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">The great news is that the internet isn\u2019t the only thing that\u2019s affordable in Portugal. Generally speaking, Portugal has a low cost of living \u2014 when compared to the rest of Western Europe, Portugal ranks as the<strong> 2nd cheapest<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">For example, the cost of living in Portugal is <a href=\"https:\/\/www.numbeo.com\/cost-of-living\/compare_countries_result.jsp?country1=France&amp;country2=Portugal\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">27% cheaper than in France<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.numbeo.com\/cost-of-living\/compare_countries_result.jsp?country1=Germany&amp;country2=Portugal\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">23.8% cheaper than in Germany<\/a> (and that\u2019s including rent).&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">However, it\u2019s worth mentioning that the global economic crisis shook the Portuguese economy as well. Therefore, the prices (and, consequently, the cost of living) have <strong>increased slightly over the past year.<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Nevertheless, when compared to the rest of the world, Portugal is still cheaper than 51% of countries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">If we\u2019re talking about averages, a single person in Portugal spends around <strong>\u20ac1,423 (~$1,525)<\/strong> per month for groceries, rent, utilities, and other expenses, while a family spends around <strong>\u20ac2,833 (~$3,038)<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"benefit-5-welcoming-relaxed-culture\" class=\"wp-block-heading translation-block\">Benefit #5: Welcoming, relaxed culture<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">If you\u2019re used to the hustle culture, you\u2019re in for a real shock. People generally have a <strong>relaxed lifestyle <\/strong>here, especially in popular vacation spots such as the Madeira Islands and the Algarve.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">There\u2019s a less hurried mentality in Portugal (that\u2019s quite easy to get used to). In fact, the relaxed and laid-back approach to life is one of two key reasons <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cnbc.com\/2022\/06\/14\/a-cool-destination-to-just-start-over-burned-out-millennials-are-flocking-to-portugal.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">millennial expats and digital nomads are drawn to Portugal<\/a> (the second is, of course, the low cost of living).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">However, just because people are relaxed doesn\u2019t mean they won\u2019t jump to your aid. The people of Portugal are not only friendly but also quite welcoming to strangers.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Ivana Fi\u0161i\u0107 agreed and shared her personal experience:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns pro-blockquote is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"346\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Ivana-Fisic.jpg\" alt=\"Ivana Fisic\" class=\"wp-image-2326\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Ivana-Fisic.jpg 346w, https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Ivana-Fisic-260x300.jpg 260w, https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Ivana-Fisic-10x12.jpg 10w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 346px) 100vw, 346px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"translation-block\"><em>\u201cOne of the highlights of my stay in Portugal were the people and their readiness to not only engage with but also assist strangers, especially if they seem lost. Even if they don\u2019t speak English, they will try their best to help you find your way around. I had a situation at the post office where none of the employees spoke English, and they all banded together in order to figure out what I was trying to communicate to them and help me get what I need. They could have just turned me away but instead, they went out of their way to assist a foreigner.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">\n<div class=\"banner banner-dark pumble-gradient-landing-2\">\n    <div class=\"banner-text lg:pr-[6rem]\">\n        <h2 class=\"translation-block text-2xl !mb-4\">Improve work communication<\/h2>\n        <p class=\"translation-block !text-sm\">Easily communicate with your remote team in Pumble, no matter where you are working from.<\/p>\n\n        <div class=\"banner-buttons d-flex space-x-4 translation-block\">\n            <a class=\"rounded-md px-6 py-2 bg-white\" href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/register\" target=\"_blank\">Sign up<\/a>\n\n                            <a class=\"button-2\" href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/solutions\/remote-work\" target=\"_blank\">Learn more<\/a>\n                    <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"banner-image banner-image-middle \">\n        <picture>\n            <source srcset=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/themes\/cake-learn\/src\/images\/pumble\/banners\/landing-2@2x.png 2x\" alt=\"Illustration\"  media=\"(min-width: 1022px)\" \/>\n            <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/themes\/cake-learn\/src\/images\/pumble\/banners\/landing-2.png\"  alt=\"Illustration\" \/>\n        <\/picture>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n    <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"benefit-6-excellent-proficiency-in-english\" class=\"wp-block-heading translation-block\">Benefit #6: Excellent proficiency in English<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">The Portuguese people speak English quite well, especially in big, tourist centers. Their proficiency ratings in 2022 are quite high \u2014 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ef.com\/wwen\/epi\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Portugal ranked <strong>9th in the world<\/strong><\/a> when it comes to proficiency in English.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Furthermore, if you do happen to run into someone who can\u2019t speak English (like it happened to Ivana at the post office), they\u2019ll usually try their best to fetch a colleague or friend who can. So, people will do their best to help you and even go out of their way to accommodate your needs.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">You can go by in Portugal without speaking a word of Portuguese. Most menus in restaurants are adapted for foreigners \u2014 you\u2019ll often find a separate English menu in many establishments or at least a bilingual menu.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">What\u2019s more, many websites and apps that you\u2019ll have to use during your stay (like those for banking, for example) have <strong>an English version<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">However, it\u2019s worth mentioning that Portuguese people appreciate the effort foreigners make to speak their native language. So, learning a few words and phrases in Portuguese might make you more likable.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Not to mention, knowing the language enough to make yourself <strong>independent and self-sufficient <\/strong>while grocery shopping and paying the restaurant bill is a great asset for any digital nomad.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group pro-tip\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"translation-block\">\ud83c\udf93 <strong>Pumble Pro Tip<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Communication can be problematic even when both participants share a native language. In a work environment, proper, effective communication is vital for success. But, as luck would have it, communication is particularly tricky when all team members are working remotely (some might even be working from Portugal, <em>wink-wink<\/em>). So, check out how you can improve your communication skills by overcoming the common communication challenges:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><a href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/communication-challenges\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">How to overcome 14 common communication challenges in the workplace<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"custom-btn translation-block\"><a href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/register\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Keep the communication going \u2014 try Pumble<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"benefit-7-lots-of-activities-available\" class=\"wp-block-heading translation-block\">Benefit #7: Lots of activities available<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">No matter where you end up residing in Portugal, you\u2019ll have plenty to do once you close your laptop for the day.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">As a coastal country, Portugal offers a lot of water-based activities that you can enjoy, like:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Kayaking<\/strong> in Benagil, Lagos, or Albufeira,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Boat tours<\/strong> on river Lima or Douro, or along the coast,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Cruises<\/strong> from Lisbon, Funchal, Porto, or Ponta Delgada,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Speed boating<\/strong> on pretty much any beach, and<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Dolphin and whale watching<\/strong> in the Azores.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Aside from that, you can always:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"translation-block\">Do guided city tours,&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\">Go hiking,&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\">Explore caves,&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\">Go skydiving,&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\">Go on a vineyard tour that includes wine tasting, or&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\">Take horseback riding lessons on a beach.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Portugal has so much to offer that you\u2019ll never have to wonder, <em>\u201cWhat should I do?\u201d<\/em>. Instead, you&#8217;ll only have to ask yourself, <em>\u201cWhat should I do NEXT?\u201d<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"benefit-8-delightful-weather\" class=\"wp-block-heading translation-block\">Benefit #8: Delightful weather<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Just like anything else, the weather you\u2019ll experience in Portugal depends on where <em>exactly<\/em> in Portugal you are.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">However, on average, Portugal has wonderful weather. With 260 sunny days in the year and an average temperature that <strong>doesn\u2019t go below 9\u00b0C or 48\u00b0F (ever)<\/strong>, Portugal is one of the warmest Western European countries. But that doesn\u2019t mean the sun shines year-round.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Portugal has a Mediterranean climate, which means the winters are mild. However, it also sadly means they are rainy. Of course, northern parts of the country have lower temperatures and more rain, but you\u2019ll often get wet even in the south. Lisbon and Algarve, for example, have milder weather than Porto, but still see around 112 rainy days every year.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Still, the weather in Portugal is overall much more pleasant than in other parts of Europe, given that Portugal is the westernmost country in Europe and as such, has the warmest climate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Another great thing about Portugal is the air quality. According to the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.eea.europa.eu\/en\/topics\/in-depth\/air-pollution\/european-city-air-quality-viewer\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">EEA\u2019s European city air quality viewer<\/a>, two of Portugal\u2019s cities <strong>rank 2nd (Faro) and 3rd (Funchal)<\/strong> on the list of cities with the highest quality of air.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Portugal, in general, has quite good air quality. What\u2019s more, Portugal is also quite environmentally conscious. It was one of the first countries to include <a href=\"https:\/\/www.constituteproject.org\/constitution\/Portugal_2005.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">provisions in its constitution<\/a> that regulate and guarantee the protection of the environment.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">It currently ranks <a href=\"https:\/\/epi.yale.edu\/epi-results\/2020\/country\/prt\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">27th most environmentally friendly country<\/a> in the world on the EPI (Environmental Performance Index).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"benefit-9-excellent-public-transport-infrastructure\" class=\"wp-block-heading translation-block\">Benefit #9: Excellent public transport infrastructure<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Portugal has an excellent infrastructure, which isn\u2019t that surprising, considering it\u2019s a massive tourist hub.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">You can explore cities in Portugal by:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Metro<\/strong> (in Lisbon and Porto),<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Bus<\/strong>,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Train<\/strong>, and<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Trams<\/strong> (again, only in Lisbon and Porto).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">If you&#8217;re staying in Portugal for a while, it would be smart to utilize the <strong>discounts that the transportation system offers<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">For example, a tram ride will only cost you <strong>\u20ac1.5 (~$1.6) instead of \u20ac3 (~$3.22)<\/strong> if you have a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lisbon.net\/7-colinas-viva-viagem\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">7 Colinas or a Viva Viagem Card<\/a>. These magnetic cards can be validated in buses and trams.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">A similar system exists for trains. The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cp.pt\/passageiros\/en\/how-to-travel\/For-leisure\/pt-railpass\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Portugal Rail Pass<\/a> offers significant discounts for both kids and adults. There are two types of tickets available \u2014 <strong>3-day and 7-day tickets<\/strong>, where you&#8217;re able to use the railroad that connects the north and the south of Portugal for either 3 or 7 days per month.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Even without a rail pass, you can still ensure you get a discounted price when traveling by train. All you have to do is <strong>book your ticket in advance<\/strong>. If you do so at least a week before your trip, you can expect a <strong>50\u201365% discount<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">What&#8217;s more, the amount of money you pay for a ticket depends on your departure spot and your destination.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">For example, trains aren&#8217;t just intercity. You can also use them to move around Lisbon, Porto, and other big cities. Of course, that will cost you significantly less than a Lisbon\u2013Porto ticket.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">So, make sure to not only book but also <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cp.pt\/passageiros\/en\/train-times\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">calculate the price of your train ticket<\/a> in advance.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><thead><tr><th scope=\"col\"><strong>Region<\/strong><\/th><th scope=\"col\"><strong>Bus<\/strong><\/th><th scope=\"col\"><strong>Train&nbsp;<\/strong><\/th><th scope=\"col\"><strong>Tram<\/strong><\/th><th scope=\"col\"><strong>Metro<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td><strong>Lisbon<\/strong><\/td><td>\u2013 Single ticket \u20ac2 (~$2.15)<br>\u2013 Monthly pass \u20ac40 (~$42.75)<\/td><td>\u2013 Single ticket \u20ac1,35\u2013\u20ac75 (~$1.45\u201380)<br>\u2013 No monthly pass<\/td><td>\u2013 Single ticket \u20ac1.5\u2013\u20ac3(~$1.6\u20133.2)<br>\u2013 No monthly pass<\/td><td>\u2013 Single ticket \u20ac1.50 (~$1.6)<br>\u2013 Monthly pass \u20ac40 (~$42.75)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Porto<\/strong><\/td><td>\u2013 Single ticket \u20ac1.25 (~$1.3)<br>\u2013 Monthly pass \u20ac30 (~$32)<\/td><td>\u2013 Single ticket \u20ac1,35\u2013\u20ac75 (~$1.45\u201380)<br>\u2013 No monthly pass<\/td><td>\/<br>\/<\/td><td>\u2013 Single ticket \u20ac1.25 (~$1.3)<br>\u2013 Monthly pass \u20ac30 (~$32)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Algarve<\/strong><\/td><td>\u2013 Single ticket \u20ac1.85 (~$2)<br>\u2013 Monthly pass \u20ac50 (~$53.5)&nbsp;<\/td><td>\u2013 Single ticket \u20ac1,35\u2013\u20ac75 (~$1.45\u201380)<br>\u2013 No monthly pass<\/td><td>\/<br>\/<\/td><td>\/<br>\/<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Coimbra<\/strong><\/td><td>\u2013 Single ticket \u20ac1.60&nbsp; (~$1.7)<br>\u2013 Monthly pass \u20ac30 (~$32)<\/td><td>\u2013 Single ticket \u20ac1,35\u2013\u20ac75 (~$1.45\u201380)<br>\u2013 No monthly pass<\/td><td>\/<br>\/<\/td><td>\/<br>\/<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Prices vary greatly depending on which mode of transportation you use, how far you\u2019re going, and when and how you bought your tickets<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">\n<div class=\"banner banner-light pumble-gradient-templates\">\n    <div class=\"banner-text lg:pr-[6rem]\">\n        <h2 class=\"translation-block text-2xl !mb-4\">Power your digital nomad journey with Pumble<\/h2>\n        <p class=\"translation-block !text-sm\">Boost productivity and empower your team with an all-in-one communication app.<\/p>\n\n        <div class=\"banner-buttons d-flex space-x-4 translation-block\">\n            <a class=\"rounded-md px-6 py-2 bg-white\" href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/register\" target=\"_blank\">Sign up<\/a>\n\n                            <a class=\"button-2\" href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/solutions\/remote-work\" target=\"_blank\">Learn more<\/a>\n                    <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"banner-image banner-image-middle \">\n        <picture>\n            <source srcset=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/themes\/cake-learn\/src\/images\/pumble\/banners\/templates@2x.png 2x\" alt=\"Illustration\"  media=\"(min-width: 1022px)\" \/>\n            <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/themes\/cake-learn\/src\/images\/pumble\/banners\/templates.png\"  alt=\"Illustration\" \/>\n        <\/picture>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n    <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"what-are-the-drawbacks-of-being-a-digital-nomad-in-portugal\" class=\"wp-block-heading translation-block\">What are the drawbacks of being a digital nomad in Portugal?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Although Portugal is not only dreamy but also downright ideal for digital nomads, it isn&#8217;t without its flaws.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Let&#8217;s take a look at some of the drawbacks.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1198\" height=\"1445\" src=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Drawbacks-of-being-a-digital-nomad-in-Portugal.png\" alt=\"Drawbacks of being a digital nomad in Portugal\" class=\"wp-image-2374\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Drawbacks-of-being-a-digital-nomad-in-Portugal.png 1198w, https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Drawbacks-of-being-a-digital-nomad-in-Portugal-249x300.png 249w, https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Drawbacks-of-being-a-digital-nomad-in-Portugal-849x1024.png 849w, https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Drawbacks-of-being-a-digital-nomad-in-Portugal-768x926.png 768w, https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Drawbacks-of-being-a-digital-nomad-in-Portugal-10x12.png 10w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1198px) 100vw, 1198px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"drawback-1-the-language-barrier-can-prove-difficult\" class=\"wp-block-heading translation-block\">Drawback #1: The language barrier can prove difficult<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Although Portuguese people don\u2019t really struggle with English, the language barrier still exists.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">You\u2019ll easily find someone at the grocery store to help you find the exact cheese you\u2019re looking for, and the waiter will have no issues with taking your order in a restaurant.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">However, when it comes to <strong>integrating into a society<\/strong>, the language barrier can pose a real issue.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Language is essentially our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.researchgate.net\/publication\/351009892_Language_as_a_tool_for_Social_Integration\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">most significant tool for integrating a community<\/a>. Thus, many digital nomads who come to Portugal (or any other place) with the intention of staying there for a while, have trouble feeling a part of the community.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group pro-tip\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"translation-block\">\ud83c\udf93 <strong>Pumble Pro Tip<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Communicating with people who don\u2019t speak the same language as you do can be especially challenging in a work environment. If you\u2019re struggling to talk or explain yourself to your colleagues who come from different backgrounds, check out our tips on cross-cultural communication:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><a href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/cross-cultural-communication\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">How to perfect cross-cultural communication at the workplace<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"custom-btn translation-block\"><a href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/register\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Boost communication in distributed teams with Pumble<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"drawback-2-getting-into-a-good-routine-can-be-hard\" class=\"wp-block-heading translation-block\">Drawback #2: Getting into a good routine can be hard<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">If Portugal is your first-ever digital nomad destination, keep in mind that <strong>maintaining a work-life balance <\/strong>in a picturesque country like Portugal can be difficult.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">To be frank, maintaining a routine and holding yourself accountable is difficult as-is. However, when you have Portuguese natural wonders one train or bus ride away, it becomes increasingly more difficult.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Portugal is always brimming with new people, exciting opportunities for exploring, and interesting happenings. <strong>Staying focused on your work<\/strong> can be quite hard in that environment.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group pro-tip\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"translation-block\">\ud83c\udf93 <strong>Pumble Pro Tip<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">By definition, digital nomads work remotely. And, although most of them have a good system in place that helps them achieve their daily, weekly, and monthly goals, it\u2019s always good to see what can be improved from time to time. So, if you\u2019re looking to refresh your remote working system, check out the best tools for remote workers we reviewed in the following article:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><a href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/remote-first-tools\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Top 20 tools for remote work in 2023<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"drawback-3-digital-nomad-starting-costs-can-pile-up\" class=\"wp-block-heading translation-block\">Drawback #3: Digital nomad starting costs can pile up<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Although Portugal is quite affordable, traveling around it and exploring can make a huge dent in your wallet. The starting costs that every digital nomad has when they arrive at a new destination can pile up if you frequently change locations.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">If you\u2019re wondering why we\u2019re mentioning that, it\u2019s because we know how much Portugal has to offer. Trust us, you\u2019ll arrive in Lisbon and start exploring. Then you\u2019ll hear about the Madeira Islands and want to visit for a quick cruise. After that, you\u2019ll see the Algarve archipelago and think to yourself, \u201c<em>You know, it\u2019s really only a train ride away, I could quickly relocate.<\/em>\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">And, although you\u2019d be right (it <em>is<\/em> just a train ride away), <strong>frequently traveling from place to place can become quite costly<\/strong>, even in a cheap country like Portugal.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">So, make sure to prioritize.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Digital nomads often deal with FOMO. And although most have the fear they\u2019re <a href=\"https:\/\/scholarspace.manoa.hawaii.edu\/items\/65055428-4040-476c-b4ac-9d17e2b95b08\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">missing out on stuff at home<\/a>, a lot of nomads are also afraid they won\u2019t get to \u201c<em>see everything<\/em>\u201d in the city or country they are visiting.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">The reality is that you can\u2019t <em>\u201csee everything<\/em>.<em>\u201d<\/em> You can only see so much while also maintaining a healthy balance between your work and free time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group pro-tip\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"translation-block\">\ud83c\udf93 <strong>Pumble Pro Tip<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Do you need help setting work-life boundaries? If you often find yourself working after hours or constantly thinking about your job, you might be in desperate need of some work-life balance. That\u2019s especially true for any (aspiring or current) digital nomad. So, check out our tips below:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><a href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/blog\/work-life-boundaries\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">How to set work-life boundaries<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"custom-btn translation-block\"><a href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/register\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Set better work-life boundaries with Pumble<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"drawback-4-smoking-in-public-places-is-common\" class=\"wp-block-heading translation-block\">Drawback #4: Smoking in public places is common<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">One of the massive culture shocks that most North American and North European nomads experience has to do with smoking in public places.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Although Portugal forbids smoking indoors, <strong>smoking outdoors is not only allowed but also quite common<\/strong>. You\u2019ll often try to blissfully enjoy your morning coffee in a cafe garden only to find yourself in a cloud of cigarette smoke.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"drawback-5-picking-the-right-place-to-stay-can-be-a-challenge\" class=\"wp-block-heading translation-block\">Drawback #5: Picking the right place to stay can be a challenge&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">When making the decision where to set up their temporary camp in Portugal, most digital nomads often face a similar dilemma:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"translation-block\">Do I stay in a <strong>rural area<\/strong> that has a lot to offer in terms of sightseeing and is cheap, or<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\">Do I pick something a bit more <strong>centralized<\/strong> that\u2019s more expensive?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Although this dilemma might seem easily solvable (just pick the area you like the most or the cheapest option if you\u2019re on a budget, right?), it\u2019s actually a massive conundrum.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Why?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Well, think of it this way \u2014 that amazing apartment you found in Tavira, Algarve has a great ocean view and, if you go in December, you&#8217;ll have the whole town to yourself since there won&#8217;t be any tourists, right?&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Right.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">However, accommodations in small tourist centers and summer spots usually <strong>don&#8217;t have some of the amenities<\/strong> that places in big cities have.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">For example, houses and flats in small towns that are popular summer destinations don&#8217;t have proper heating that will keep you warm during those rainy December nights. They also often don&#8217;t have great insulation.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">On the other hand, staying in places like those will probably be very healthy for your wallet (unless you go during high season, of course).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Thus, a conundrum.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"drawback-6-its-crowded-in-spring-and-summer\" class=\"wp-block-heading translation-block\">Drawback #6: It&#8217;s crowded in spring and summer<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">No matter where you go in Portugal during spring and summer, you&#8217;ll probably see a lot of tourists.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Aside from being a digital nomad haven, Portugal is also an extremely popular tourist destination. According to Portugal\u2019s National Statistics Institute, in 2021, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ine.pt\/xportal\/xmain?xpid=INE&amp;xpgid=ine_destaques&amp;DESTAQUESdest_boui=540879352&amp;DESTAQUESmodo=2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">9.6 million tourists visited Portugal<\/a>. What\u2019s more, they didn\u2019t just sit around on beaches. Instead, they made a staggering <strong>17.5 million trips all over Portugal<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">So, if you plan on staying in Portugal during the warmer months, expect crowds everywhere (especially in popular, tourist-friendly spots). What&#8217;s more, you can also expect <strong>slightly higher prices <\/strong>for short-term rentals, field trips, and even groceries (in some areas).&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"drawback-7-some-places-only-take-cash\" class=\"wp-block-heading translation-block\">Drawback #7: Some places only take cash<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Although you can easily get by with cards in big cities like Lisbon and Porto, if you venture into rural areas, you&#8217;ll often find small mom-and-pop shops that only take cash.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">That isn&#8217;t such a huge drawback for digital nomads from Europe who are usually well accustomed to using the euro. But, it can be a slight nuisance for North American nomads who are wired to think in dollar amounts and are more used to using cards than handling cash.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"5-best-destinations-for-digital-nomads-in-portugal\" class=\"wp-block-heading translation-block\">5 Best destinations for digital nomads in Portugal<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">So far, you\u2019ve learned how to get to Portugal and regulate your legal status there (by obtaining a digital nomad visa) as well as why Portugal is potentially the country of your digital nomad dreams.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Now that you\u2019re (probably) dying to pack your bags and visit Portugal, let\u2019s take a look at where you could potentially go.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">As mentioned, Portugal is full of quaint places that will take your breath away. And, although we\u2019d gladly list them all, we had to limit ourselves to the top 5 destinations that are the perfect fit for digital nomads.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Let\u2019s see what they are.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1198\" height=\"1596\" src=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/5-Best-destinations-for-digital-nomads-in-Portugal.png\" alt=\"5 Best destinations for digital nomads in Portugal\" class=\"wp-image-2372\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/5-Best-destinations-for-digital-nomads-in-Portugal.png 1198w, https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/5-Best-destinations-for-digital-nomads-in-Portugal-225x300.png 225w, https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/5-Best-destinations-for-digital-nomads-in-Portugal-769x1024.png 769w, https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/5-Best-destinations-for-digital-nomads-in-Portugal-768x1023.png 768w, https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/5-Best-destinations-for-digital-nomads-in-Portugal-1153x1536.png 1153w, https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/5-Best-destinations-for-digital-nomads-in-Portugal-9x12.png 9w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1198px) 100vw, 1198px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"lisbon-best-for-those-who-like-coworking-spaces\" class=\"wp-block-heading translation-block\">Lisbon \u2014 best for those who like coworking spaces&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Population:<\/strong> 544,851<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\"><strong>City area: <\/strong>38.63mi\u00b2 (100.05 km2)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Time zone<\/strong>: GMT (GMT+1 in the summer)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Average internet speed:<\/strong> 125.94 Mbps (median download speed), 84.00 Mbps (median upload speed)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Average cost of living:<\/strong> \u20ac2,324 (~$2,490) per month for a family of four, \u20ac658 (~$705) per month for a single person (rent not included)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Average rent:<\/strong> \u20ac1,000\u2014\u20ac1,500 (~$1,070\u2014$1595) per month for a one-bedroom apartment outside of the city center<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Biggest advantage:<\/strong> A huge expat and digital nomad community<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Biggest drawback: <\/strong>High cost of living<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">As the Expat Insider City Ranking report from 2022 states, Lisbon ranks as the <a href=\"https:\/\/cms.in-cdn.net\/cdn\/file\/cms-media\/public\/2022-11\/Expat-Insider_City-Ranking-Report-2022_0.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>4th best city in the world<\/strong><\/a> for expats and digital nomads. It has an approval rating of 82\u201386%, which is quite high.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Lisbon is welcoming to foreigners and quite safe. However, compared to the rest of Portugal, housing can be quite difficult to find. What\u2019s more, since Lisbon is the capital, it also has the highest cost of living index and rent price index.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">But, the further you move away from the city center, the lower the rent prices get. Some of the great (and not-as-pricy) neighborhoods in Lisbon are:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"translation-block\">Chiado,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\">Bairro Alto,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\">Principe Real,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\">Alfama,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\">Penha de Fran\u00e7a,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\">Alcantara, and<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\">Belem.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">If you\u2019re looking to experience everything that Lisbon has to offer but would rather not give an arm and a leg for rent, you can also try some of the surrounding cities. Cascais, <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/whc.unesco.org\/en\/list\/723\/\" target=\"_blank\">Sintra<\/a>, and Almada are gorgeous towns that are quite close to Lisbon (15 to 30 minutes) \u2014 but significantly cheaper.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 id=\"where-to-work-in-lisbon\" class=\"wp-block-heading translation-block\">Where to work in Lisbon<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">There\u2019s a total of 84 coworking spaces in Lisbon and the highest rated one, according to Google, is the <strong>Avila Spaces \u2014 Business Center &amp; Coworking<\/strong>. With 215 reviews, this coworking space has an impressive ranking of 4.5 stars.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">\n<div class=\"banner banner-dark pumble-gradient-features\">\n    <div class=\"banner-text lg:pr-[6rem]\">\n        <h2 class=\"translation-block text-2xl !mb-4\">All-in-one digital HQ<\/h2>\n        <p class=\"translation-block !text-sm\">Easily connect with your remote team in Pumble, no matter where you are working from.<\/p>\n\n        <div class=\"banner-buttons d-flex space-x-4 translation-block\">\n            <a class=\"rounded-md px-6 py-2 bg-white\" href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/register\" target=\"_blank\">Sign up<\/a>\n\n                            <a class=\"button-2\" href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/solutions\/remote-work\" target=\"_blank\">Learn more<\/a>\n                    <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"banner-image banner-image-middle \">\n        <picture>\n            <source srcset=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/themes\/cake-learn\/src\/images\/pumble\/banners\/features@2x.png 2x\" alt=\"Illustration\"  media=\"(min-width: 1022px)\" \/>\n            <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/themes\/cake-learn\/src\/images\/pumble\/banners\/features.png\"  alt=\"Illustration\" \/>\n        <\/picture>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n    <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"madeira-islands-best-for-those-who-like-a-hidden-gem\" class=\"wp-block-heading translation-block\">Madeira Islands \u2014 best for those who like a hidden gem<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Population:<\/strong> 253,945&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\"><strong>City area:<\/strong> 309.27mi\u00b2 (801 km\u00b2)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Time zone:<\/strong> GMT (GMT+1 in the summer)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Average internet speed: <\/strong>103.26 Mbps (median download speed), 79.41 Mbps (median upload speed)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Average cost of living:<\/strong> \u20ac1,940 (~$2,080) per month for a family of four, \u20ac542 (~$580) per month for a single person (rent not included)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Average rent:<\/strong> \u20ac700 (~$750) per month for a one-bedroom apartment outside of the city center<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Biggest advantage:<\/strong> The digital nomad village<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Biggest drawback:<\/strong> Isolated<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">With a subtropical climate that means plenty of sunny days during the year (practically year-round), Madeira is the <strong>best island destination in Europe<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">However, there\u2019s more than just sunny weather that makes the Madeira archipelago attractive to digital nomads. Madeira is also the home of the <strong>first ever <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/sifted.eu\/articles\/digital-nomad-village-madeira\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>digital nomad village<\/strong><\/a>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">A one-stop-shop for digital nomads, this village offers pretty much everything one nomad might need \u2014 from advice and a helping hand all the way to high-speed internet and co-working spaces.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">But that&#8217;s not all! An island completely ready to cater to the modern workers, Madeira also has a <strong>startup incubator<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Madeira is a great place for foreign workers, as the majority of the locals speak English and there&#8217;s nearly 100% internet coverage on the entire archipelago.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">The best and most famous spots on the Madeira archipelago are Ponta do Sol and Funchal.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 id=\"where-to-work-in-madeira-islands\" class=\"wp-block-heading translation-block\">Where to work in Madeira Islands<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">There are 10 coworking spaces in Madeira and the highest rated is the <strong>Homeoffice Madeira | CoWorking + CoLiving<\/strong> spot that has a high ranking of 5 stars, based on 115 reviews.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"custom-btn translation-block\"><a href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/register\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Working remotely? Try Pumble<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"porto-best-for-those-looking-for-a-relaxed-vibe\" class=\"wp-block-heading translation-block\">Porto \u2014 best for those looking for a relaxed vibe<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Population:<\/strong> 214,349<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\"><strong>City area: <\/strong>16mi\u00b2 (41.42 km\u00b2)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Time zone:<\/strong> GMT (GMT+1 in the summer)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Average internet speed:<\/strong> 118.79 Mbps (median download speed), 87.59 Mbps (median upload speed)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Average cost of living:<\/strong> \u20ac2,165 (~$2,320) per month for a family of four, \u20ac612 (~$655) per month for a single person (rent not included)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Average rent:<\/strong> \u20ac700 (~$750) per month for a one-bedroom apartment outside of the city center<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Biggest advantage: <\/strong>You can walk everywhere<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Biggest drawback:<\/strong> Colder and rainier than Lisbon<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Even though it&#8217;s not as bright and sunny as Madeira or as big of a city as Lisbon, Porto is still a favorite among digital nomads.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Thanks to its <strong>lower cost of living, slower pace of life, and lively nightlife<\/strong>, Porto is an amazing alternative to Lisbon for everyone who likes the best of both worlds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">People are even more relaxed in Porto than they are in the rest of Portugal and the entire city exudes history. Historical architecture is in full view no matter where you look (and it\u2019s protected by the government!)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 id=\"where-to-work-in-porto\" class=\"wp-block-heading translation-block\">Where to work in Porto<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">With over 20 coworking spaces in the city center alone, Porto is a dream come true for anyone who likes the rent-an-office system. The highest-rated space is <strong>Synergy Coworking<\/strong>, which has a rating of 4.9 stars based on 153 reviews.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">\n<div class=\"banner banner-dark pumble-gradient-landing-2\">\n    <div class=\"banner-text lg:pr-[6rem]\">\n        <h2 class=\"translation-block text-2xl !mb-4\">Power your digital nomad journey with Pumble<\/h2>\n        <p class=\"translation-block !text-sm\">Boost productivity and empower your team with an all-in-one communication app.<\/p>\n\n        <div class=\"banner-buttons d-flex space-x-4 translation-block\">\n            <a class=\"rounded-md px-6 py-2 bg-white\" href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/register\" target=\"_blank\">Sign up<\/a>\n\n                            <a class=\"button-2\" href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/solutions\/remote-work\" target=\"_blank\">Learn more<\/a>\n                    <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"banner-image banner-image-middle \">\n        <picture>\n            <source srcset=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/themes\/cake-learn\/src\/images\/pumble\/banners\/landing-2@2x.png 2x\" alt=\"Illustration\"  media=\"(min-width: 1022px)\" \/>\n            <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/themes\/cake-learn\/src\/images\/pumble\/banners\/landing-2.png\"  alt=\"Illustration\" \/>\n        <\/picture>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n    <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"the-algarve-best-for-those-who-like-the-summer-vibe\" class=\"wp-block-heading translation-block\">The Algarve \u2014 best for those who like the summer vibe<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Population: <\/strong>438,406<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\"><strong>City area: <\/strong>1,929mi\u00b2 (4,997 km\u00b2)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Time zone:<\/strong> GMT (GMT+1 in the summer)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Average internet speed: <\/strong>93.99 Mbps (median download speed), 60.56 Mbps (median upload speed)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Average cost of living:<\/strong> \u20ac1,700 (~$1,820) per month<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Average rent:<\/strong> \u20ac1,000 (~$1,072) per month<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Biggest advantage:<\/strong> A lot of foreigners<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Biggest drawback:<\/strong> Foreigners may be putting upward pressure on the prices<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">According to the National Statistical Institute of Portugal, the Algarve houses the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ine.pt\/xportal\/xmain?xpid=INE&amp;xpgid=ine_publicacoes&amp;PUBLICACOESpub_boui=547355073&amp;PUBLICACOESmodo=2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>largest number of foreigners in Portugal<\/strong><\/a>. That\u2019s quite impressive, given that their overall population is only a bit over 400,000. It\u2019s also a massive benefits for digital nomads, because it means that they will have no trouble fitting in, given that they\u2019ll be practically surrounded by other nomads.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">The Algarve region is also the most popular destination in Portugal. The towns with the highest rate of tourists are:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"translation-block\">Lagos,&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\">Faro,&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\">Albufeira, and<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\">Portimao.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">The Algarve region generally has a good healthcare system and infrastructure. However, it does get quite crowded in the summer, given how popular of a vacation destination this area is.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">On the plus side, the Algarve region has the 3rd highest internet penetration rate in all of Portugal, so digital nomads are able to work practically from anywhere.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 id=\"where-to-work-in-the-algarve-region\" class=\"wp-block-heading translation-block\">Where to work in the Algarve region<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">The Algarve region is quite spread out, so you might have to travel quite a bit from one coworking space to the next. However, if you\u2019re looking for the highest-rated one, that\u2019s <strong>Faro Avenida<\/strong>. With 75 reviews, that space earned a ranking of 4.5 stars.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"ericeira-best-for-those-in-love-with-the-small-town-vibe\" class=\"wp-block-heading translation-block\">Ericeira \u2014 best for those in love with the small-town vibe<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Population:<\/strong> 10,260<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\"><strong>City area:<\/strong> 4.7mi\u00b2 (12.19 km\u00b2)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Time zone:<\/strong> GMT (GMT+1 in the summer)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Average internet speed: <\/strong>146.56 Mbps (median download speed), 102.92 Mbps (median upload speed)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Average cost of living:<\/strong> \u20ac1,000\u2013\u20ac1,500 (~$1,072\u2013$1,605) per month with rent<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Biggest advantage:<\/strong> Walkable small town<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\"><strong>Biggest drawback: <\/strong>Quite small with limited number of coworking spaces<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">The smallest town on our list is Ericeira. This up-and-coming small town on the western coast of Portugal is slowly but surely becoming the hottest digital nomad destination in Portugal.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Ericeira is a small town, which means it exudes that <strong>charming, small-town energy<\/strong>. It\u2019s completely walkable, which is a great thing given that the public transport within the city isn\u2019t the best. However, Ericeira is well-connected to Lisbon, which is only 40 minutes away.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Ericeira is also quite cheaper than Lisbon or any of the surrounding towns (like Sintra and Cascais, for example). With an average cost of living between \u20ac1,000 and \u20ac1,500 (~$1,072\u2013$1,605) per month including rent, Ericeira is an <strong>ideal place for any penny-pinching digital nomad<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 id=\"where-to-work-in-ericeira\" class=\"wp-block-heading translation-block\">Where to work in Ericeira&nbsp;<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Although Ericeira only has four big coworking spaces, they are quite cheap, especially compared to those 40 minutes away in Lisbon. The best rated coworking space is <strong>SUNAGO Coliving &amp; Coworking House<\/strong> that has a rating of 5 stars based on 75 reviews.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">\n<div class=\"banner banner-dark pumble-gradient-landing-4\">\n    <div class=\"banner-text lg:pr-[6rem]\">\n        <h2 class=\"translation-block text-2xl !mb-4\">Empower remote team communication<\/h2>\n        <p class=\"translation-block !text-sm\">Easily communicate with your remote team in Pumble, even when traveling.<\/p>\n\n        <div class=\"banner-buttons d-flex space-x-4 translation-block\">\n            <a class=\"rounded-md px-6 py-2 bg-white\" href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/register\" target=\"_blank\">Sign up<\/a>\n\n                            <a class=\"button-2\" href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/solutions\/remote-work\" target=\"_blank\">Learn more<\/a>\n                    <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"banner-image banner-image-middle \">\n        <picture>\n            <source srcset=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/themes\/cake-learn\/src\/images\/pumble\/banners\/landing-4@2x.png 2x\" alt=\"Illustration\"  media=\"(min-width: 1022px)\" \/>\n            <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/themes\/cake-learn\/src\/images\/pumble\/banners\/landing-4.png\"  alt=\"Illustration\" \/>\n        <\/picture>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n    <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"tips-for-digital-nomads-in-portugal\" class=\"wp-block-heading translation-block\">Tips for digital nomads in Portugal<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Being a digital nomad means living a <strong>delightful yet frightening existence<\/strong>. Digital nomads have more freedom and excitement in their lives but are usually more than willing to sacrifice pretty much anything else that will help them maintain their lifestyle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Finding your way through an unknown country and trying to land on your feet (all the while keeping up with your work and maintaining productivity levels) is definitely a hard task.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">That\u2019s why we prepared some additional tips that will help you find your way in Portugal!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"tip-1-use-the-time-difference-to-your-advantage\" class=\"wp-block-heading translation-block\">Tip #1: Use the time difference to your advantage<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Digital nomads from the Northern Hemisphere particularly enjoy the time difference because it allows them to connect with their colleagues on the other end of the world, while still leaving enough time during the day for leisure.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Our expert, Ivana Fi\u0161i\u0107 chimed in on that topic:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns pro-blockquote is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"346\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Ivana-Fisic.jpg\" alt=\"Ivana Fisic\" class=\"wp-image-2326\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Ivana-Fisic.jpg 346w, https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Ivana-Fisic-260x300.jpg 260w, https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Ivana-Fisic-10x12.jpg 10w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 346px) 100vw, 346px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<p class=\"translation-block\">\u201c<em>The ultimate highlight of my first trip to Portugal was the fact that the days are long. I was there in May and June, and I was able to take advantage of the fact that it gets dark pretty late. That left me with more time at the end of a work day to explore and wander around Porto. It helped me maintain a work-life balance during my short-term stay and not feel as if I\u2019m missing out on anything<\/em>.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"tip-2-connect-with-other-digital-nomads-and-expats\" class=\"wp-block-heading translation-block\">Tip #2: Connect with other digital nomads and expats&nbsp;<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Connecting with strangers is difficult but it\u2019s also one of the <strong>vital survival skills of any digital nomad<\/strong>. When you\u2019re out there on your own, having someone who knows what you\u2019re going through is essential.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">The massive community of foreigners in Portugal is pretty tight-knit, ready to lend a helping hand, and willing to embrace any digital nomad. So, lean into that.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"tip-3-pay-attention-to-the-availability-of-wifi\" class=\"wp-block-heading translation-block\">Tip #3: Pay attention to the availability of wifi<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">If you\u2019ve been planning on taking a Lisbon\u2014Porto train ride, make sure you do all your work before you board the train.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">The <strong>wifi rarely works on buses and trains<\/strong>, so don\u2019t count on working throughout your journey. Instead, sit back, relax, and enjoy the gorgeous views of Portugal.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Or, you know, hotspot your laptop from your phone.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"tip-4-dont-be-afraid-to-bargain\" class=\"wp-block-heading translation-block\">Tip #4: Don\u2019t be afraid to bargain<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Although haggling culture isn\u2019t really a thing in Portugal (not as much as it is in some other places), that doesn\u2019t mean you shouldn\u2019t try to negotiate.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">If you\u2019re booking accommodations for a long-term stay, try to talk with the owner-provider and <strong>haggle on the price<\/strong>. It usually works!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"further-reading-for-digital-nomads-in-portugal\" class=\"wp-block-heading translation-block\">Further reading for digital nomads in Portugal<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Although we gave it our all to make this Portugal digital nomad guide as all-encompassing as possible, we simply can\u2019t fit everything onto a single page.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">But, don\u2019t worry! We prepared some additional sources for you.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"translation-block\">If you\u2019re interested in watching a few videos of expats and digital nomads who work and live in Portugal, check out the following channels: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/@ExpatsPortugalCommunity\/videos\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Expats Portugal Community<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/@TravelingwithKristin\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Traveling With Kristin<\/a>.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\">If you\u2019re looking for a community of digital nomads, try searching through the following sites: <a href=\"https:\/\/nomads.com\/portugal\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Nomad List<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nomadx.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">NomadX<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/expatsportugal.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">ExpatsPortugal<\/a>, and <a href=\"https:\/\/thenomadicnetwork.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">The Nomadic Network<\/a>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\">On the Nomad List, you\u2019ll find some <a href=\"https:\/\/nomads.com\/digital-nomad-statistics\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">interesting statistics<\/a> about each digital nomad-worthy spot in not only Portugal but also the world.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"keep-your-team-united-with-pumble-even-from-portugal\" class=\"wp-block-heading translation-block\">Keep your team united with Pumble \u2014 Even from Portugal!<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">As you prepare to commence your digital nomad adventure in Portugal, you\u2019ll quickly realize that ensuring seamless communication with your team is essential for success.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Luckily, with Pumble, you can <strong>overcome the challenges of distance and maintain strong connections no matter where your journey takes you.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">Pumble is a <a href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/team-communication-app\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">team communication app<\/a> that provides a comprehensive suite of features tailored to enhance team connectivity, including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><a href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/features\/direct-messages\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Direct messaging<\/a>,&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><a href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/features\/channels\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Channels<\/a>,&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><a href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/features\/threads\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Threads<\/a>,&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><a href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/features\/notification-preferences\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Customizable notifications<\/a>,&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><a href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/video-conferencing\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Video conferencing<\/a>,&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"translation-block\"><a href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/document-sharing\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">File sharing<\/a>, and many more!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\">With Pumble on your side, you can navigate all of Portugal without missing a beat in your team collaboration. Embrace the freedom of remote work, knowing that Pumble empowers you to <strong>stay productive and connected no matter where you roam<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\"><em>Enjoy seamless connectivity from anywhere in the world \u2014 make a Pumble account today!<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"custom-btn translation-block\"><a href=\"https:\/\/pumble.com\/register\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Get started with Pumble<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"portugal-digital-nomads-visa-guide-disclaimer\" class=\"wp-block-heading translation-block\">Portugal digital nomads visa guide disclaimer<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\"><em>We hope this Portugal digital nomad visa guide has been helpful and that you enjoyed reading it. Throughout the guide, we have given you various links that might lead you to new interesting data or simply to articles that will expand your knowledge on various Portugal-related topics.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\"><em>Please bear in mind that our article has been written in Q1 of 2023, so any changes that are made in the Portugal digital nomad visa procedures or laws after that time have not been included.&nbsp;<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\"><em>Before you start the application process, we advise you to consult with certified representatives, lawyers, and institutions that can provide you with all the information needed.&nbsp;<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"translation-block\"><em>Pumble is not responsible for any negative responses, losses, or risks incurred, should this guide be used without further guidance from legal and other official advisors.<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Le nouveau visa de nomade num\u00e9rique portugais est populaire, c'est pourquoi nous faisons le point sur tout ce dont vous avez besoin pour devenir un nomade digital au Portugal.<\/p>","protected":false},"author":25,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[25,26],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-2319","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-digital-nomad-visa","category-digital-nomad-visa-europe"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/fr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2319","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/fr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/fr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/fr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/25"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/fr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=2319"}],"version-history":[{"count":59,"href":"https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/fr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2319\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":13191,"href":"https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/fr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2319\/revisions\/13191"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/fr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=2319"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/fr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=2319"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/pumble.com\/learn\/fr\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=2319"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}