sandyjames294
American looking for information about Portugal
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Registration: 29 December 2024
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New members of the Portugal forum, introduce yourselves here - 2025 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Portugal forum? Don't know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on your ...
@snappycheezHi Susan and Layne!Your story sounds a lot like ours. We are visiting Portugal and Spain next month for the first time and have an interest in retiring there in a year or two. We are tired of US politics and being treated unfairly ... Read More
New members of the Portugal forum, introduce yourselves here - 2025 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Portugal forum? Don't know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on your ...
@jking92104 We are in Colorado and going to Portugal and Spain next month (May 2025) for the first time. We, too, are looking for a more simplified life in our retirement. I think it would be an adventure to live in any European country and be able ... 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.
@Mariza.saysGood for you, Mariza! Your life sounds simple and organized. I like that. One of the reasons I want to move is to live a simpler life: less computer/technology, walking to places and enjoying the day, maybe working part-time in a local ... Read More
Relocation agent versus real estate agent by seamus452
Hello,Does anyone in this community have any leads on a relocation agent? We have been told that hiring a good relocation agent is a better option than a local real estate agent when moving to Spain and looking for satisfactory housing. We are ...
@seamus452 An agency called [link moderated] was recommended to me by an expat in central Portugal. This agency offers services such as assisting with VISA applicants and obtaining a Portuguese Tax Number (NIF) to open a bank account. You can check ... Read More
Exploring Portugal as American Expats by dcolangelo
My wife and I are exploring the opportunities of either retiring in Portugal full time or part time from Florida. My wife is of Colombian accent, and I am born and raised in Pennsylvania and now Florida for the past 45 years. We are looking for a ...
Thank you Santi2 for the Central Portugal blog. It looks wonderful!We are visiting Portugal/Spain in May for the first time. Tomar is on our itinerary. We want a simpler life with better weather (we live in snow country in the UD). Thank you. Read More
How to adapt to the expat challenges of everyday life in Portugal by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Adapting to everyday life as an expat in Portugal can be both exciting and overwhelming: different habits, systems, and sometimes even unexpected surprises! Simple things like paying bills, using public transport, or even greeting ...
@Santi2 I like your blog! It's informative with lots of helpful advice including with relocation services. Thank you! Read More
Exploring Portugal as American Expats by dcolangelo
My wife and I are exploring the opportunities of either retiring in Portugal full time or part time from Florida. My wife is of Colombian accent, and I am born and raised in Pennsylvania and now Florida for the past 45 years. We are looking for a ...
@Hans43 Hi Hans!I would also be interested in what you find in Portugal. We are going in May for the first time, but if you find a nice area, please share that with us. We might be able to explore it in May.Thanks!Sandy Read More
Exploring Portugal as American Expats by dcolangelo
My wife and I are exploring the opportunities of either retiring in Portugal full time or part time from Florida. My wife is of Colombian accent, and I am born and raised in Pennsylvania and now Florida for the past 45 years. We are looking for a ...
Hi David!My husband and I will be in Portugal & Spain for the first time this May. We, too, are looking to move out of the US into a more simple, inexpensive life. We are in Colorado but grew up in Massachusetts. Sandy Read More
Silver Coast - Suggestions? by gwalks
Hubby and I are coming to explore the region in late May 2025 and intend to move in early spring 2026 (renting initially). The Silver Coast suits us in weather, population, and location --but I want to be sure we consider all our options. Our dream ...
@donn25 Thank you for this information. I worry a bit about snakes because I'm a gardener. I love working outside in the garden and have surprised many garden snakes here (or maybe I should say they surprised me!). Mosquitoes are the size of ... Read More
Silver Coast - Suggestions? by gwalks
Hubby and I are coming to explore the region in late May 2025 and intend to move in early spring 2026 (renting initially). The Silver Coast suits us in weather, population, and location --but I want to be sure we consider all our options. Our dream ...
@donn25 Thank you, Donn25, for your detailed information about Portugal and several of its cities. We, too, are thinking about living outside the US, and Portugal might be the right destination for us. We live in Colorado and have lived in snowy ... Read More