Moving to Portugal Made Simple

At Portugalist, we’ve been helping folks like you start a new life in Portugal since 2016. We offer a ton of no-fluff helpful information and connections to helpful lawyers, accountants, and other professionals who can assist you in your big move.

Popular visas & Routes to Residency

Not sure which visa is right for you? Check out our helpful guide to Portuguese residency visas.

How can we help?

Moving to Portugal doesn’t have to be difficult. At Portugalist, we can help you:

Where Should I Live?

We know Portugal better than anyone else. That’s why we’re able to offer living guides for every city and region across the whole of Portugal — including Madeira and all of the Azores islands.

Those aren’t the only places of course! Check out our guides to the rest of Portugal.

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Understanding Wills in Portugal

Let’s talk about something that might not be the most exciting part of your Portuguese adventure, but it’s definitely worth getting right: estate planning. Whether you’ve got a lovely villa in the Algarve or a bank account in Porto, having …

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Bring Your Pets to Portugal on the Queen Mary 2

Not keen on putting your furry family members in a plane’s cargo hold? Looking for a more comfortable way to bring your pets to Portugal? The Queen Mary 2 ocean liner might be your answer. As the only pet-friendly ocean …

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