

Mariza.says
French looking for information about Portugal
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Registration: 20 November 2024
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Moving to Portugal by stnfarrowj
Hi all, Could anyone recommend a company that managers the end to end move to Portugal including D7 visa, mortgage, lawyer, tax advice etc. ?Alternatively, any advice on how best to coordinate all the activity that required?

D7 visa, mortgage, lawyer, tax advice etc. ?Any advice on how best to coordinate all the activity that's required? - @stnfarrowjFor the D7 visa you need to prepare the following docs:get a NIF number and with it open a bank account in Portugal (best ... Read More


Moving to Portugal by stnfarrowj
Hi all, Could anyone recommend a company that managers the end to end move to Portugal including D7 visa, mortgage, lawyer, tax advice etc. ?Alternatively, any advice on how best to coordinate all the activity that required?

Alternatively, any advice on how best to coordinate all the activity that's required? - @stnfarrowjMy most important advice is to be aware that there are many scams & tricks going on in Portugal, whereby new arrivals get scammed and lose money. ... Read More


Moving to Portugal by stnfarrowj
Hi all, Could anyone recommend a company that managers the end to end move to Portugal including D7 visa, mortgage, lawyer, tax advice etc. ?Alternatively, any advice on how best to coordinate all the activity that required?

We are not allowed to post names & contacts of businesses here. I've sent you a Private Message, check your box. Read More


Constructor recommandation Algarve by LolaSl
Hello !We have an house project approuved near Loule and we're looking for constructor recommandation.If you know someone serious, reasonable price..Also, if you have any advise, we'd love to hear it !Last question, do you have an idea of the ...

There's a very SERIOUS shortage of professional builders in Portugal, good builders are fully booked many months in advance, even years... the ones available at short notice are the cowboy builders trying to make a quick buck. Best avoided.To find ... Read More


Good areas in Portugal for expats from USA? by escapers8
We are beginning to research moving to Portugal from the Seattle area. We are looking for a town or city large enough to have good health care, near the coast, moderate cost of living, good culture and art scene, and a reasonable number of other ...

@mozwoeld I'm afraid I don't know the accountant, or even which country he's working from. I thought it might be useful just to give you an idea about US expat taxes wherever they are in the world.You probably already know that all US citizens ... Read More


Good areas in Portugal for expats from USA? by escapers8
We are beginning to research moving to Portugal from the Seattle area. We are looking for a town or city large enough to have good health care, near the coast, moderate cost of living, good culture and art scene, and a reasonable number of other ...

@mozwoeld If you have a German passport (EU passport) you won't need to get a residency visa. Just pack your bags, get a flight and move to any country in the EU block. This is called Freedom of Movement enjoyed by all EU citizens.Once in Portugal ... Read More


Latest updates in labor regulations in Portugal by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Labor laws and regulations are constantly evolving. Staying informed of these updates as an expat in Portugal helps you in navigating your professional experience and expat career. We would like to invite you to share the ...

I follow portuguese news daily and I'm not aware of any change to labour laws lately.The last one was more than 1 year ago and related to the Right to Switch-off which brought more clarity to labour laws already in force.Basically is says: ... Read More


Good areas in Portugal for expats from USA? by escapers8
We are beginning to research moving to Portugal from the Seattle area. We are looking for a town or city large enough to have good health care, near the coast, moderate cost of living, good culture and art scene, and a reasonable number of other ...

Hi there!The most expensive areas In Portugal are Lisbon, Cascais, Algarve, Porto and most towns close to the coast. If you don't mind being 1 hour away by car or train from any of the above, you'll find better value in terms of housing prices (sale ... Read More


How to add my rental contract to Financas by Toshiro123
Although I have a signed paper contract I cannot find it on finances nor my first months rent... The landlady insists both are up there. I have asked her to email me the receipt as I need it to register with major and change my address with ...

@Toshiro123 I'm not a rental expert but this may be of help:1) It's the responsability of the landlady to register the rental contract with the Tax Office / Finanças. She can do it online through her own online NIF account and after ... Read More


Enough passive income to support D7? by norm2pt
Hi everyone, I am from the States my SS income is 1095 a month + another 300 dollars. My total monthly income is 1395 I am wondering about the approval rate.

@norm2ptSince you are planning to buy your own home in Portugal, you won't have to budget for rent, and that means that your current income will be enough to make a confortable living there. That's what I meant in my previous comments.You'll be ... Read More


Financial advisor in Lisbon by clairetfonce
Hi!I'm looking for a financial advisor in Lisbon, possibly not too expensive.Any recomendacione?I do speak Portuguese.Thanks.

"Looking for an accountant for a certain tax issue" can be translated as:Procuro um contabilista para fuga aos impostos. Read More


Enough passive income to support D7? by norm2pt
Hi everyone, I am from the States my SS income is 1095 a month + another 300 dollars. My total monthly income is 1395 I am wondering about the approval rate.

Yes, confort is relative and personal.I live confortably between London & Lisbon with frequent extended stopovers in Paris, on less than 100 Euros a week = 5200 Euros a year.How? you may ask.I own one of the properties - a studio, and co-own ... Read More


Financial advisor in Lisbon by clairetfonce
Hi!I'm looking for a financial advisor in Lisbon, possibly not too expensive.Any recomendacione?I do speak Portuguese.Thanks.

You don't specify what type of financial advice you are looking for: Investing in Portugal? Investment visas? Tax?If you need financial advice about how best to invest your money in Portugal, or which investment funds are accepted for investment ... Read More


Enough passive income to support D7? by norm2pt
Hi everyone, I am from the States my SS income is 1095 a month + another 300 dollars. My total monthly income is 1395 I am wondering about the approval rate.

As mentioned above, for D7 visa application, you'll need to show proof of passive income of at least 12180 Euros per year for 1 person and add 50% of that amount for a spouse on same visa.Furthermore you'll also need to show savings or bank balance ... Read More


Job Opportunities for English-Speaking Students in Portugal? by Study Guy
Hi everyone,I am planning to move to Portugal for my Master's studies and was wondering about the types of jobs available for English-speaking students. Since I am not fluent in Portuguese yet, I would love to know what kind of part-time or ...

What University are you planning to attend?The University will be able to help you with visa information, accommodation, moving & settling into student life.There are no good jobs in Portugal, most jobs pay very low salaries, and portuguese ... Read More