Approved types of income D7 Visa
Approved Types of Income for D7 Visa (2025)
Passive Income
These are the most commonly accepted and ideal for the D7:
Pensions (state, private, or company pensions)
Rental income (from property you own anywhere in the world)
Dividends (from investments or companies you hold shares in)
Interest from savings or investments
Royalties (from books, music, patents, etc.)
Annuities or trust income (must be predictable and regular)
Remote Work / Self-Employment
Also accepted, if you’re not working for a Portuguese company:
Remote salary from a company based outside Portugal
Freelance/contractor income from international clients
Online business income (e.g. e-commerce, digital services, etc.)
🔹 If you rely on remote work or business income:
You’ll need contracts, invoices, bank statements, and/or proof of ongoing clients to demonstrate stable and regular earnings.
In some cases, a letter from your employer confirming remote work can help.
Savings (as backup only)
While not a standalone qualification, savings in a Portuguese bank account can support your case — especially if your income is borderline.
Typically, you’ll want at least 12–24 months’ worth of living expenses saved to strengthen your application.
What’s not accepted (on its own):
Rental contracts where you live off the tenant’s payment but don’t legally own the property
Unproven business ideas or future plans (like “I’ll open a café”)
One-time lump sums, unless backed by a long-term income stream
Cash gifts from family, unless legally documented as regular support
