What You Need to Know About Moving to Portugal (in 2024)

Are you considering a move to Portugal? Check out this guide first. Josh and Kalie from ExpatsEverywhere breakdown what you need to know about life in Portugal.
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Do you need assistance moving to Portugal? Email Kalie at [e-mail] for help!
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Josh and Kalie left the US for a life abroad in 2009 and haven't looked back. They have lived in Spain, South Korea, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, and are currently in Portugal. Yes, they realize they only moved to countries starting with the letter "S" until they spoiled that streak with their move to Portugal. Follow ExpatsEverywhere as we aim to get information to you through expat interviews, city breakdowns, expat life, travel, vlogs, and more.
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[@TheGlobalNobles]

Brilliant! As a fellow Portuguese immigrant, you perfectly captured the highlights of moving to Portugal. This is a fantastic resource!

[@expatseverywhereexplores]

Thank you very much. This is an encouraging comment. - Josh & Kalie

[@teddydavis2339]

You guys are always so full of useful information. I wish more viewers had hit that like button.

[@expatseverywhereexplores]

Thanks, Teddy. We hope more people find this channel. We really appreciate your support though. - Josh & Kalie

[@zoem891]

Very helpful. Thanks ❤

[@ROSECOTTAGEWAY]

Making plans to move but I’m so overwhelmed.

[@2clarityin30]

This is an excellent video for anyone considering or planning a move to Portugal. I also highly suggest a scouting trip in advance for folks considering the move to check out the areas that interest them. It helps to make an informed decision about where you would like to live. Most importantly and this can't be stressed enough, please folks, take a deep dive into your tax situation. Learn about the Portuguese tax system and tax rates, as you will have to file taxes in your nation of origin as well as in Portugal.

[@expatseverywhereexplores]

Thanks for watching. We've covered the topic of taxes quite a bit on our main channel (ExpatsEverywhere) and on our Podcast. We agree. Those that are looking at Portugal especially for the long should really look into the tax obligations. - Josh & Kalie

[@annd282236]

Josh you rock 😄 the hair!

[@expatseverywhereexplores]

Thank you. 😁 My hair does what it wants really. - Josh

[@luisramos1609]

Thank you for mentioning the vegetarian options :)

[@Destinavigator]

❤️ YOOOO! Nice video!!! I’m a Small Struggling Travel Channel and you really inspire me to make better content 😌 Thank you!

[@expatseverywhereexplores]

Thank you very much! Keep at it. You've got this! :-) - Josh & Kalie

[@MeMe-bs3tc]

I am hesitant to consider Portugal because I'm Canadian and the CAD to Euro FX rate is worse than the CAD to USD rate. I get that things are generally less expensive there now but that may not always be the case.

[@MNIU_]

Can you not just run a dehumidifier?

[@grandadan]

I think it should be: It's time for thinking about leaving Portugal.

[@TheGforceuk]

I was married in esphino near Porto to my ex Portuguese wife many years ago. Love the north but also love the sun so definitely retiring to the algarve

[@expatseverywhereexplores]

Fair enough. The winter in the north wasn't great this year.

[@RosesOfSaturn]

Damn, I was told that Portugal is cheaper than the U.s..i guess inflation is everywhere

[@paulogarciadesousa]

Again, pretty much on point! My absolutely anecdotal evidence tells me that there is a decrease in all the Portuguese hype, but that’s not necessarily a bad thing, because it’s a real downer to have your expectations be crushed by reality.

[@expatseverywhereexplores]

Thanks for the message, Paulo. It actually seems like the really interested people are still moving and the look-i-loos have moved on. - Josh & Kalie

[@aheadtime]

I apply to open a bank account and is more than a month Is it normal?

[@gonebananas1076]

Did you use a service to assist you with this or do it on your own? Do you have an NIF number, you need that before you can do anything financial in Portugal. We used Bordr and it only took a couple of days. Hope that helps.

[@mateusquasetuga]

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