Moving to Portugal

Visas
A Comprehensive Guide to Portuguese Visas
Tempted by Portugal’s golden beaches, Azulejo tiles and delicious seafood? There are countless reasons to consider moving to Portugal, but unless you’re a Schengen Area citizen, you’ll need to make sure you’re up to date on legal considerations like entry requirements and visas before you begin searching for the perfect Portugal property. At the time of writing, if you’re a citizen of the UK, USA, Canada, New Zealand, Japan, Singapore, Australia or Israel, you can stay in Portugal for up to 90 days in any six-month period without a visa. After the initial 90 days, you’ll need to leave the Schengen Area for a minimum period of 90 days before you can re-enter. However, this is set to change in 2025, when Portugal will introduce its new visa-waiver programme, ETIAS. If you’re a non-EU/EFTA citizen planning a move to Portugal, there are several visa options to consider depending on the duration and purpose of your stay, each with its own specific entry requirements and application procedures. In this comprehensive Portugal visa guide, we break down the different types of Portugal visas, their eligibility criteria, and how to apply.
Why move to Portugal
5 great reasons to buy a property in Portugal
Portugal is beloved the world over for many things; Here are the five most compelling reasons why you should buy a property in Portugal.
Why move to Portugal
4 reasons why families should choose Portugal
Sat at your desk daydreaming about a new life in the sun? With its warm climate and fantastic quality of life, Portugal is an ideal location for families.
Retirement
Our favourite retirement properties in Portugal
Retirement
How to make friends as an expat retiree in Portugal
Whether you dream of Portugal’s breathtaking coastlines, sumptuous cuisine or diverse culture, you’ll be pleased to learn that making friends and community in Portugal as an expat retiree is easy enough
Work and Jobs
Portuguese wages set to rise by up to 4%
A recent report published by WTW and reported by ECO predicts that the majority of Portuguese employers are planning to increase their budgets to support wage increases of 4% in 2023.
Visas
A Short Guide to Portugal’s Digital Nomad Visa
A guide to everything a remote worker needs to know about Portugal’s digital nomad visa, from the application process to tax implications.
Work and Jobs
Working in Portugal
A guide to working in Portugal, from work visas, to finding a job and Portuguese work culture.
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Retirement
Retiring in Portugal
This step-by-step guide covers everything you need to know when retiring to Portugal.
Pets
Taking Your Pet to Portugal
A guide to taking your pet to Portugal

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