Our Mission: Making Portugal Simple

Welcome to Portugalist!

We’re all about simplifying your move to Portugal

Think of us as your knowledgeable friend who’s always ready with insider tips, a helping hand, and maybe a recommendation for the best pastel de nata in town.

Our Story: From Portugal Passion to Your Go-To Resource

Portugalist was born in 2016, courtesy of our founder and Portugal enthusiast, James Cave.

Well, actually, it probably goes back a little further than that…

James spent several years as a child in Portugal, living in Penafiel, close to Porto. Here’s him graduating kindergarten.

Although he spent the rest of his childhood in Ireland, Portugal kept drawing him back. He moved to Lisbon in 2014 and although he would spend time living in other countries after (Spain and Germany to name a few), he would always keep coming back to Portugal.

Noticing a lack of reliable, comprehensive information about moving to Portugal, James decided to fill that gap and in August 2016, Portugalist was launched.

Initially, the site focused a lot more on travel as well, but particularly since 2020, Portugalist has focused on solving the challenges of moving to Portugal.

Over the years, Portugalist has become a trusted name in Portugal relocation. We’ve been featured in international publications like Forbes, Skyscanner, and The Wall Street Journal, as well as Portuguese media including Diário de Notícias and Jornal de Notícias.

Oh, and let’s not forget Moving to Portugal Made Simple, also written by James Cave, which has become a bestselling book on the subject.

But more importantly, millions of people visit Portugalist.com each year to navigate their move to Portugal.

What We Offer: From NIFs to New Homes

Whether you need help getting a NIF number, opening a bank account, buying a house, making a will, starting a business in Portugal, or applying for citizenship, we’ve got you covered. Our goal is to make every step of your Portugal journey clearer and easier.

Our Values: Keeping It Real and Affordable

At Portugalist, we believe in:

1. Transparency: We love Portugal, but we know it’s not always sunshine and sardines. We give you the full picture, upsides and challenges included.
2. Thorough Research: We do the heavy lifting, sifting through the sea of information (and misinformation) out there, so you don’t have to.
3. Affordability: We’re committed to keeping costs low. We seek out the best services and steer you away from overpriced options, because we’d rather you spend your euros on enjoying Portugal.

Our Promise to You

Moving to Portugal may never be as simple as ordering a bifana, but we’re doing everything we can to make it feel that way. We’re here to simplify the complex, clarify the confusing, and be your trusty companion on your Portuguese adventure.

So whether you’re dreaming of Portuguese beaches or already packing your suitcases, let Portugalist be your guide. We’ll help you navigate everything from bureaucracy to bacalhau, making your Portugal experience as smooth as a glass of fine port.

Ready to dive into the world of Portugal? Let’s go! Vamos lá!

Get in Touch

The easiest way to get in touch is via our contact page.

Alternatively, if you need a specific department see below.

Specific departments:

• legal@portugalist.com – For all legal enquiries, including photo usage.
• media@portugalist.com – For press and media enquiries.
• advertising@portugalist.com – For all advertising enquiries.

Write to us:

Phone us: +351 300 046 596

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Media

At Portugalist, we’re committed to being a valuable resource for journalists, content creators, and researchers looking for reliable information about Portugal. We understand the pressures of tight deadlines and the need for accurate, compelling content.

Need a quote about Portuguese culture or expat life? Looking for clear facts about Portugal’s regions, customs, or current trends? We’re here to help.

Our team can provide you with concise, informative insights that will enrich your Portugal-related content.

Editorial Policies

Here at Portugalist, we’re as committed to accurate content as the Portuguese are to their afternoon espresso. Every article goes through a verification process more rigorous than a Portuguese grandmother’s recipe for bacalhau.

Our editorial team reviews every tidbit of info, every photo, and every recommendation to ensure we’re painting a picture of Portugal that’s as accurate as it is enticing.

Linkbuilders: We appreciate your hustle, but we don’t sell links, guest posts, or sponsored content.

Product Reviews

When we review products like language courses (because let’s face it, “obrigado” will only get you so far), we do our homework. We dive into these products deeper than a fisherman in the Atlantic.

If you click on links in our content and buy something, we might earn a commission. But don’t worry, we’re not sell-outs. We turn down a lot of offers every month because they don’t meet our rigorous standards. Our integrity is worth more than all the vinho verde in Portugal!

Comments Policy

Portugalist appreciates and values your input and reflections on the content we share. We foster an environment that promotes respectful, constructive, and relevant conversation. However, we will not tolerate any comments that are threatening, abusive, harassing, defamatory, or libelous, or those that make derogatory, hateful, or offensive remarks about an individual or group. Portugalist holds the right to delete comments that do not align with our standards. The decision to remove any comment will always be at the sole discretion of Portugalist. Users who repeatedly or gravely breach our commenting policy may face prohibition from commenting on Portugalist and our associated social platforms.

Contributors

From lawyers and accountants to telecommunication experts, there are a number of people who have contributed to Portugalist to provide helpful content about living in Portugal.

We’re always on the lookout for new experts who can help shed light on the process of moving to Portugal.

Meet our contributors

Jobs

All of our latest openings can be found on our Linkedin page.