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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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, …
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. …
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 …
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 …