Digital Nomad Processing Time
How long does Digital Nomad processing take? Real timelines from application to residence card, based on community reports.
Processing Time Summary
Median
~3 months
Typical Range
60–180 days
Fastest
30 days
9 reports
9
By Processing Channel
In-Person
~3 months
60–180 day range · 9 reports
Online
3 reports, no duration data
Community Reports
Community Reports
Share your timelineShowing 18 records. Median: 100 days
| Type | Channel | Office | Days to Card | Confidence | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Renewal | Online | — | — | Medium | |
| Initial | In-Person | Figueira da Foz | 51 days | High | User submitted |
| Initial | In-Person | Lisbon II | 100 days | High | |
| Initial | In-Person | — | — | High | |
| Initial | In-Person | Coimbra | — | High | |
| Renewal | Online | — | — | Medium | |
| Initial | In-Person | Castelo Branco | 180 days | Medium | |
| Initial | In-Person | Lisbon / Alverca | — | Medium | |
| Initial | In-Person | — | — | Medium | |
| Initial | In-Person | Cascais | 120 days | Medium | |
| Initial | In-Person | Marques do Pombal, Lisboa | — | Medium | |
| Initial | In-Person | — | 30 days | Medium | |
| Initial | In-Person | Marques do Pombal, Lisboa | — | Medium | |
| Initial | In-Person | Leiria | 60 days | Medium | |
| Initial | In-Person | Marques do Pombal, Lisboa | 60 days | Medium | |
| Renewal | Online | — | — | Medium | |
| Initial | In-Person | Portalegre | 195 days | Medium | |
| Initial | In-Person | — | 365 days | Medium |
InitialHigh
In-PersonFigueira da Foz
51 days
User submitted
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does digital nomad processing take?
Based on 9 community reports, the median processing time is ~3 months. Most applicants wait between 60 and 180 days.
Is this data reliable?
Our data comes from real community reports posted on Reddit and submitted directly by users. Each report is assigned a confidence level (high, medium, or low) based on the specificity of dates provided. While not official AIMA data, it provides useful estimates based on actual experiences.
How can I speed up my application?
Based on community data, online portal submissions tend to be processed faster than in-person appointments. Ensure all documents are complete and correctly formatted to avoid delays. Check our comprehensive guide for more tips.
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