Portugal
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- Portugal Forum
- Podcasts about Portugal
- Best Places to Live in Portugal
- Healthcare in Portugal
- Real Estate & Rentals in Portugal
- Moving to Portugal
- Living in Portugal
- Portugal Resource Guide
- Visa & Residency
- Portugal FAQ
- Cascais
- Lagos
- Lisbon
- Marinha Grande
- Peniche
- Porches
- The Algarve
- More Articles about Living in Portugal
Portugal Forum
Talk with other digital nomads and expats in Portugal on our Portugal forum - meet people, get advice and help others.
Podcasts about Portugal
On the Coast in Cascais, Portugal
Josh talks with Allison Baxley, an entrepreneurial Mom who lands in Cascais, Portugal with her husband and two children. Allison's popular blog, Renovating Life, tackles life in Cascais and beyond.
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Best Places to Live in Portugal
12 Best Places to Live in Portugal
Portugal is a safe, expat-friendly country with stunning beaches, cities, popular beach towns and sleepy fishing villages. We've compiled a list of 12 of the best places to live based upon expats' recommendations. They include Lisbon, Cascais, Lagos, Tavira, Ericeira, Caldas da Rainha, Tomar, Nazare, Coimbra, Porto, Guimaraes and Braga.
Best Places to Live in the Algarve
If you're interested in the best places to live in the Algarve, Portugal's sunny southern-most region, here are some great options to consider. Also find information on why some like the region, and others choose to opt elsewhere.
5 Best Places to Retire in Portugal
Expat retirees love Portugal for its welcoming people, gorgeous beaches, quaint towns and wonderful restaurants. In this article, we cover 5 great places to retire in Portugal.
Healthcare in Portugal
Healthcare in Portugal
Expats in Portugal with a residency visa can participate in the national health care system. Here's what you need to know about the SNS and the combination of public and private services you'll need to manage your health in Portugal.
Members Talk about Healthcare & Health Insurance in Portugal
Expats in Portugal offer advice about healthcare in Portugal..
Portugal Healthcare FAQ
Answers to some of the most commonly asked questions about healthcare and health insurance for expats, digital nomads and retirees in Portugal.
6 Important Tips about Health Insurance for Expats in Portugal
Expats living in Portugal discuss health insurance options for expats in Portugal, the health letter needed for a residency application, pre-existing conditions, the cost of health insurance in Portugal and more.
Portugal Health Care Climbs in EU Ratings
Expats in Portugal live in a country with a health system designed to provide universal coverage. Susan Stults Korthase offers information about how the system fared in a recent international survey about European health systems.
Expat Healthcare & Health Insurance in Porto
An expat in Portugal discusses the cost of medical care in Portugal, public vs private healthcare in Portugal and more.
Expat Healthcare & Health Insurance in Lisbon
A highly-experienced expat offers a detailed look inside health care in Portugal, and the Lisbon area in particular. Covers access to the Portuguese system, medications, private insurance, area hospitals and much more.
Expat Healthcare & Health Insurance in Lisbon
An expat in Lisbon, Portugal says to find a health insurance plan that specializes in your region of Portugal. She talks about the quality of medical care, filling US prescriptions at local pharmacies and more.
Expat Healthcare & Health Insurance in Algarve
An expat in the Algarve, Portugal offers insight into the proximity of area hospitals, the cost and availability of prescription medicine and health insurance in the Algarve.
Expat Health Insurance and Healthcare in Cascais
An Expat Exchange member talks about healthcare services, hospitals and health insurance in Cascais.
Moving to Portugal
Moving to Portugal: 7 Things to Know Before You Move to Portugal
Expats moving to Portugal are drawn by a variety of places to live, a rich history and so much more. Here are some tips on what it means to move there, and how to make it happen.
Reports from Members about Moving to Portugal
Real Estate & Rentals in Portugal
Members in Portugal talk about the Buying Real Estate in Portugal.
Living in Portugal
2023 Expat Guide to Living in Portugal
Expats, digital nomads & retirees talk about what it's like living in Portugal.
2023 Expat Guide to Living in Portugal
Expats, digital nomads & retirees talk about what it's like living in Portugal.
Living in Portugal Guide
Our Living in Portugal Guide is a primer on everything about living in Portugal: best places to live, cost of living, pros and cons, healthcare and insurance, obtaining a driver's license, how to bring your pet with you and more.
Expats in Portugal: Pros and Cons of Living in Portugal
Expats in Portugal discuss the pros and cons of living in Portugal. Topics covered include where to live, the bureaucracy, the people and more. Expats in Portugal seem to all agree that their little piece of paradise is still in many ways a hidden gem.
Pros & Cons of Living in Portugal
Members Portugal talk about the pros & cons of living in Portugal.
Reports from Members about Culture Shock in Portugal
Portugal Resource Guide
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Visa & Residency
Digital Nomad Visa for Portugal
Find essential information about the digital nomad visa for working in Portugal.
25 Countries Introduce Digital Nomad Visas
Many people are escaping their routines and temporarily moving overseas during the pandemic. These countries are welcoming them with open arms by making it easy for visitors to stay and work remotely for months or even a year. Croatia, Portugal, Czech Republic, Mexico and others have joined the growing trend.
How to Get Your First Residence Permit in Portugal
Wondering how to obtain your first residency permmit in Portugal? Susan Stults Korthase provides the information that you'll need to make it happen.
Renewing Your Portuguese Residence Permit
Expats in Portugal need to periodically renew their residence permit. Susan Stults Korthase offers up the information you'll need to get it done.
United States Citizens Moving to Portugal: Demystifying the Paper Trail
Thanks to Susan Stults Korthase for this helpful overview of current requirements to begin the process of obtaining a Residency Visa when moving from the US to Portugal. Note: Information Updated February 2021.
Questions & Answers:
- What should I pack when moving to Portugal?
- Where should I setup a bank account in Portugal?
- Will I be able to find a job in Portugal?
- What is life like as an expat in your area?
- What do expats in Portugal appreciate most about the local culture?
- What do expats find most challenging?
- Is there a lot of crime in Portugal?
- Is there a lot of diversity? Are people in Portugal accepting of differences?
- What are the schools in Portugal like?
- How are healthcare services Portugal?
- What are medical services in Portugal like?
- Are healthcare and health insurance expensive in Portugal?
- What are emergency services like in Portugal?
- Will I need to travel to see a specialist?
- Are common prescription medications available in Portugal?
- How are local medical facilities in Portugal?
- As a foreigner living in Portugal, will I have access to public healthcare? What is it like?
- What have your experiences during the pandemic with the local healthcare system been like?
Cascais
9 Tips for Living in Cascais, Portugal
Expats in the beautiful seaside city of Cascais, Portugal discuss how they chose to move to Cascais. They share information about expat life in Cascais - cost of living, international schools, housing and more.
2023 Expat Guide to Living in Cascais
Expats, digital nomads & retirees talk about what it's like living in Cascais.
Expats Talk about the Cost of Living in Cascais
Expats offer insight into the cost of living in Cascais.
Expats Talk about Real Estate in Cascais
Expats offer advice about Buying & Renting Homes in Cascais.
Lagos
Lisbon
Lisbon, Portugal
Lisbon is the capital and largest city in Portugal, which is one of the most popular countries for expats in Europe. You'll find basic information to help you get acquainted with Lisbon and what it has to offer.
2023 Expat Guide to Living in Lisbon
Expats, digital nomads & retirees talk about what it's like living in Lisbon.
5 Tips for Living in Lisbon, Portugal
Expats living in Lisbon, Portugal enjoy a historic cross-roads that has become an economic hub in Western Europe. Expats from all over the world enjoy the Mediterranean climate and diversity of people and culture.
11 Best Neighborhoods in Lisbon
There are a lot of options when picking a neighborhood in Lisbon. Here are the 11 Best Places to live according to expats living in Lisbon.
Marinha Grande
Expats' Guide to Marinha Grande
Expats, digital nomads & retirees talk about what it's like living in Marinha Grande.
Expats Talk about Moving to Marinha Grande
Expats in Marinha Grande offer advice about Moving to Marinha Grande.
Expats Talk about Real Estate in Marinha Grande
Expats offer advice about Buying & Renting Homes in Marinha Grande.
Peniche
Expats' Guide to Peniche
Expats, digital nomads & retirees talk about what it's like living in Peniche.
Expats Talk about Real Estate in Peniche
Expats offer advice about Buying & Renting Homes in Peniche.
Porches
Expats' Guide to Porches
Expats, digital nomads & retirees talk about what it's like living in Porches.
Expats Talk about Real Estate in Porches
Expats offer advice about Buying & Renting Homes in Porches.
The Algarve
Best Places to Live in the Algarve
If you're interested in the best places to live in the Algarve, Portugal's sunny southern-most region, here are some great options to consider. Also find information on why some like the region, and others choose to opt elsewhere.
2023 Expat Guide to Living in The Algarve
Expats, digital nomads & retirees talk about what it's like living in The Algarve.
Expats Talk about Moving to The Algarve
Expats in The Algarve offer advice about Moving to The Algarve.
Expats Talk about the Cost of Living in The Algarve
Expats offer insight into the cost of living in The Algarve.
Expats Talk about Real Estate in The Algarve
Expats offer advice about Buying & Renting Homes in The Algarve.