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Portugal: Visiting Faro Mar 28-31:

I will be visiting Faro from Mar 28-31. I am an American thinking of applying for residency under the global visa program. Is anyone interested in meeting up? I am interested in the practical side of expat life in Portugal as well as any discussion related to buying property either in the Algarve, Lisbon or Porto areas. Feel free to message me privately. Thanks, Kevin

Portugal: Electronics - US to PT:

My experience is that although voltage converters can work, they are big, heavy and ugly. Also, you will need them for a variety of household products such coffee grinders, mixers, etc. Also, I have read that they can damage electronic equipment over time although I have not witnessed this myself. If I had expensive gear, I would not want to take the chance. Maybe best to sell whatever you have and buy in Portugal. Also, keep in mind that some electronics are dual voltage such as the new Bose soundbars that I m thinking of buying in U.S. and taking over to Europe.

Germany: Need Advice:

You should be able to direct deposit your SS benefits but check with the US Embassy in Berlin. Also, I assume most US TV is available in Germany at a price. If you are on a limited budget, consider getting a VPN and watching TV from your computer. Otherwise, you may get stuck with CNN International instead of CNN US. I do't want to spend more than I can so I watch a lot of news on YouTube 6-8 hours after its live in US.

Portugal: Civility:

I hope the moderators are listening.

Ireland: Retiring in Ireland for one year:

Dave, can you provide any more detail on what you mean by non-investment income? Do you think that only pension income is acceptable? What about dividend income or rental property income? I believe that the language from INIS states "Investment sums are not normally reckonable – finances must be in the form of pension income or readily accessible funds. but the term "investment sums" seems to relate more to investment amounts rather than investment income. But who knows?

Spain: A Year in Spain:

Christopher, I looked into this visa briefly about one year ago. Perhaps you can provide more detail as I understood that 1) there is an income requirement of approx. $30,000 per year (not sure if this is per person or not) 2) have this sum set aside in a bank account 3) the visa issued in the US is good for only 90 days at which time you must move to Spain, obtain a permanent residence and then apply for the one year permission. Also, may I ask if the visa gives you permission to freely travel in the Schengen without restriction and whether the visa is a path towards permanent residence and/or citizenship? Thanks.

France: US retirees under age 65 health insurance in France:

Elgadocha, will a USA policy cover you while in France long-term? In other countries it is recommended that you purchase a local policy that covers expats. Fransurma, good luck. I my choose o retire to France a well. Would you be willing to give me more information about the process? Retiring to countries like the UK or Ireland are now extremely difficult. Also, have you found an insurance company yet? If so, any recommendations you have will be welcomed. Regarding travel insurance, I was not aware that such policies would provide long-term coverage if you become a permanent resident rather than simply a tourist. Does anyone have information to the contrary?

Spain: Health Insurance:

Does anyone know if such Spanish coverage also covers any time spent in US?

Portugal: 10 year tax holiday:

Simonians, I am soon-to-be retiree from the US who is looking into retire to Portugal or another European country. I would love to share research with you. May I ask how you qualify for the Portuguese residency? I am considering the golden visa program and buying a house. Regarding your specific question on the 10 year tax holiday for Portugal, here are some links that should be helpful: http://www.livinginportugal.com/fotos/editor2/irs_rnh_en.pdf Also, check out the Taxes In Portugal and How does the Non-Habitual Resident Tax Scheme work? topics posted on this forum: http://www.expatexchange.com/expat/index.cfm?frmid=278&tpcid=3416987 http://www.expatexchange.com/expat/index.cfm?frmid=278&tpcid=3419204 Also, there is a Facebook group called US Expat Tax Questions that someone here recommended which has TONS of information on taxation issues in various countries including Portugal: https://www.facebook.com/groups/952367774780623/ Best of luck.

Portugal: How does the Non-Habitual Resident Tax Scheme work?:

Check out the Taxes In Portugal thread posted on this forum: http://www.expatexchange.com/expat/index.cfm?frmid=278&tpcid=3416987

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