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A Guide to 4G Satellite Internet in Portugal

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James Cave
November 13, 2025

While Portugal has excellent internet coverage, there are still parts of the country where it isn’t possible to get fibre internet. This is typically in rural parts of the country but, surprisingly, you don’t have to go too rural to …

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Did Portugal Just Kill Its Golden Visa Program?

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James Cave
November 12, 2025

On October 28, 2025, Portugal’s Parliament dropped a bombshell that sent shockwaves through the global investment migration community. In a single vote, they approved legislation that would double the residency requirement for citizenship from five to ten years—affecting not just …

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How to Move to Portugal from Canada

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James Cave
November 12, 2025

If you’re a Canadian looking for a warmer climate, better quality of life, or simply a change of pace, Portugal is increasingly on the shortlist. The country offers a mild climate, a slower and more communal pace of life, stunning …

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Can You Work on Portugal’s D7 Visa?

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James Cave
November 10, 2025

Here’s a question that keeps coming up: can you actually work once you’re in Portugal on a D7? Some officials say you can. Some say you can’t. Immigration lawyers give different answers. It’s one of the most confusing aspects of …

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What Counts as Passive Income for Portugal’s D7 Visa?

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James Cave
November 10, 2025

If you’re thinking about moving to Portugal, the D7 visa is one of the most straightforward residency pathways. It’s designed for people who earn income from non-active sources—income that arrives regularly without requiring day-to-day work. To qualify, you must show …

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Can You Apply for the D7 Visa With Just Savings?

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James Cave
November 10, 2025

This is one of the most common questions people have about the D7 visa. On paper, the D7 is intended for those with regular passive income (such as pensions or rental income), but in real-world practice, some people try to …

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The D7 VS The Golden Visa: 11 Questions to Decide Which Is Right For You

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James Cave
November 7, 2025

If you’re thinking about moving to Portugal, you’ve probably come across two popular visa options: the D7 and the Golden Visa. On paper, both lead to the same result — residency, then permanent residency, and eventually citizenship. But in reality, …

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How to Apply for the D7 With Rental Income

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James Cave
November 4, 2025

Let’s talk about the D7 visa – it’s one of the most popular options for moving to Portugal, and for good reason. The main draw? You only need to show a regular passive income equivalent to the Portuguese minimum wage. …

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Can I Move to Portugal If I Have a Criminal Record?

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James Cave
November 4, 2025

Thinking about moving to Portugal but worried your minor criminal record might be a problem? Concerned about the clean criminal record requirement for visas like the D7, Digital Nomad Visa, and golden visa? You’re not alone, and this is a …

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How To Get a Número de Utente (SNS Number) in Portugal

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James Cave
November 4, 2025

If you’re familiar with the NIF (tax number) in Portugal, get ready to add another crucial number to your list: the número de utente or SNS number. This number is your gateway to the Portuguese public healthcare system, and it’s …

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