Relocation Guide
Moving from Iran to Portugal
The routes to Portugal that are open to you from Iran, what changes because of where you live and your passport, and what to prepare before you apply.
Quick answer
Moving from Iran to Portugal: D7 passive income visa · D8 digital nomad visa. Short visits: Schengen visa needed, even for viewing trips.
| Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Short visits | Schengen visa needed, even for viewing tripsSource · checked 2 October 2026 |
| Visa appointments | We confirm this for your case |
| Documents | Full legalisation: your country is not in the Apostille ConventionSource · checked 2 October 2026 |
| Double tax treaty | We confirm this for your case |
| Dual citizenship | We confirm this for your case |
| Minimum | €920 a month (100% of the 2026 minimum wage); +50% for a spouse, +30% per childSource |
We have not yet written a detailed guide for this pair. The facts below come from our country data; an adviser will confirm them for your case.
Routes open to you
Figures are statutory minimums from official sources. Official fees are estimates and change; our own fees are quoted for your case.
D7 passive income visa
Retirees and people with regular passive income (pension, rent, dividends).
- Minimum
- €920 a month (100% of the 2026 minimum wage); +50% for a spouse, +30% per child
- Official fees
- Consular visa fee: €90
- Path
- Citizenship after 10 years of legal residence (7 for EU and Portuguese-speaking CPLP nationals) under the nationality law in force since 19 May 2026
D8 digital nomad visa
Remote workers and freelancers with clients or employers outside Portugal.
- Minimum
- €3,680 a month (4× the 2026 minimum wage)
- Official fees
- Consular visa fee: €90
- Path
- Citizenship after 10 years of legal residence (7 for EU and CPLP nationals) under the nationality law in force since 19 May 2026
Not sure which route fits?
An adviser checks your eligibility from Iran and replies within one working day.
Documents and legalisation
Iran is not in the Apostille Convention, so public documents need the full chain: attestation by the issuing authority and the foreign ministry, then legalisation by the Portugal embassy or consulate. Translate them with a sworn translator where required.
You will usually need a police certificate from Iran and from every other country you have lived in recently.
Where to apply
Apply for the national (D) visa at the Portuguese consulate or its visa centre in your country of legal residence, then complete the residence permit with AIMA in Portugal.
Tax: what to check before you move
General information, not tax advice. Tax points on this page are awaiting review by a tax specialist.
Sources and review
Parts of this page are awaiting review by our legal team; we confirm every point for your case before you apply.
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Frequently asked questions
Which route suits me best?
It depends on your goal: living in the country, a second passport, tax planning or a base for your family. The routes on this page are ranked by fit for people moving from your country.
How long does it take to move?
Timelines depend on the route, the completeness of your file and government processing. Each programme page shows its published processing range.
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