Exploring Ribatejo and Portugal’s West Coast: A Guide for Potential Expats Portugal has a diverse landscape, each region offering its unique charm, lifestyle, and opportunities. If you’re considering moving to Portugal, Ribatejo and the West Coast might be ideal destinations to explore. Ribatejo, a traditional inland...
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Living in Portugal means better loan conditions? The major difference for who lives in Portugal is the possibility of applying for a principal house ( HPP – Habitação Própria Permanente) and that means a saving of around 1,000€ in transaction tax, regarding a Secondary House (...
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MOVING TO LISBON: A GUIDE TO WEATHER, POPULATION, FOOD, AND QUALITY OF LIFE Lisbon, the capital of Portugal, is a vibrant and historic city that has been attracting expats from all over the world. Known for its sunny weather, rich culture, and high standard of living,...
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ALOJAMENTO LOCAL In 2023 “Alojamento Local” licences were suspended in major cities and towns in Continental Portugal, including Lisbon and Oporto, by previous government, except for independent property / houses, not included in a multi-inhabitants building. They also introduced a Law that do not allow licence...
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No, you don’t need to be nor resident, nor fiscal resident , nor applying for a VISA to buy a property in Portugal. To make business in Portugal (buy properties, opening bank accounts and ask for mortgage loans, for example) you just need to have (or...
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Moving to Portugal: A Closer Look at Margem Sul and Costa Azul Portugal has become an increasingly popular destination for expats, offering a Mediterranean climate, rich culture, and high quality of life. If you’re thinking about moving to Portugal and looking for the ideal location to...
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Interest rates are starting to decrease, but Euribor (which is the market short term interest rate) is still too close to 3,7% and reducing with a slower path than expected. Promotional rates, fixed for medium term periods (from 2 to 5 years), can be a good...
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If you’re considering relocating to Portugal, you’ve likely heard of the vibrant city life in Lisbon or the stunning beaches of the Algarve. However, there’s a region that often flies under the radar but offers a unique blend of tranquility, culture, and quality of life: Alentejo....
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WHAT BANKS DO AND NOT DO TO NON-RESIDENT CUSTOMERS It is not difficult to ask for a mortgage loan in Portugal, being a non-citizen and a non-resident, but it is important to notice some specificities that exist in the process. It is not indifferent where you...
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Located in the southernmost region of Portugal, Algarve is renowned for its stunning coastline, charming towns and vibrant culture. WEATHER One of Algarve’s most appealing attributes is its climate. The region enjoys a Mediterranean climate, characterized by hot, dry summers and mild, wet winters. With...
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