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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.

Expats in Portugal offer advice about healthcare in Portugal..

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.

An expat in Portugal discusses the cost of medical care in Portugal, public vs private healthcare in Portugal and more.

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.

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.

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.

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

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, digital nomads & retirees talk about what it's like living in Portugal.
Reports from Members about Living In Portugal
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.

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:
- How do I meet people in Portugal?
- What is life like as an expat in your area?
- Is there a lot of crime in Portugal?
- What do I need to know before retiring in Portugal?
- Is there a lot of diversity? Are people in Portugal accepting of differences?
- What are the schools in Portugal like?
- Is the cost of living in Portugal high?
- What advice do you have for expats having a baby in Portugal?
- What are healthcare services like in Portugal?
- Is the cost of living in Portugal high?
- What type of recreational facilities are in Portugal?
- What is the weather like in Portugal?
- Are there good restaurants in Portugal?
- Where will I buy groceries and do other shopping in Portugal?
- What are the visa & residency requirements in Portugal?
- Are healthcare and health insurance expensive in Portugal?
- What do I need to know when buying property in Portugal?
- Are foreigners allowed to own property in Portugal?
- What appliances are typically included in a rental?
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 offer insight into the cost of living in Cascais.
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.
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.