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15+ European Portuguese Courses (With Reviews)

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James Cave
January 14, 2026

Forget stuffy classrooms, outdated textbooks, and mind-numbing printouts. These modern courses are a far cry from traditional language classes. They’re flexible, engaging, and designed to fit around real life (work, kids, moving paperwork, and the occasional existential spiral about Portuguese …

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How to Move to Portugal As A Family

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James Cave
January 14, 2026

Moving country as an adult is a big decision. Moving country with children — or while planning a family — is something else entirely. Suddenly you’re not just thinking about visas and rent. You’re thinking about schools, doctors, playgrounds, safety, …

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9 Medieval Portuguese Towns You Could Move To

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James Cave
January 14, 2026

Picture yourself waking up to the sound of church bells, strolling along cobblestone streets, and admiring the quaint architecture of centuries past. These captivating places offer a glimpse into Portugal’s rich history and culture, allowing you to experience a way …

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The Best of Both Worlds: Living in Portugal Near the Spanish Border

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James Cave
January 14, 2026

If you’re looking to immerse yourself in the rich cultures of both Portugal and Spain, living in a Portuguese town near the Spanish border might be the perfect choice for you. From the northern regions to the sunny Algarve, there …

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How Much Savings Do You Need for Portugal’s Digital Nomad Visa?

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James Cave
January 13, 2026

If you’re looking at Portugal’s Digital Nomad Visa (often called the D8), one of the first questions is always: “How much money do I need in the bank?” The short answer: at least € for an individual with an additional …

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Buying Property in Portugal: The Real Process, Not the Brochure Version

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James Cave
January 13, 2026

Buying a home in Portugal is one of those ideas that feels wonderfully simple on the surface. An apartment in Lisbon. A quiet stone house in the countryside. A villa near the sea. For many people, it’s tied up with …

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What Are The Stay Requirements for Portugal’s D7 Visa?

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James Cave
January 12, 2026

If you’re researching Portuguese residency, one question comes up again and again: “How much time do I actually need to spend in Portugal?” Sometimes it’s framed as minimum stay requirements.Sometimes it’s how long can I be outside Portugal?But really, everyone’s …

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Moving to Portugal as an EU/EEA/Swiss Citizen

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James Cave
January 9, 2026

If you’re an EU citizen — for example, from Ireland, Germany, or France — moving to Portugal is refreshingly straightforward. Unlike non-EU citizens, you don’t need to apply for a visa before you move. You can just… come. No need …

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Moving to Portugal from South Africa

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James Cave
January 9, 2026

For many South Africans, the appeal of Portugal goes far beyond beaches, pastel de nata, and postcard-ready towns. The real draw is safety, stability, and certainty — things that can feel increasingly fragile back home. Portugal consistently ranks as one …

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Portugal’s Cheapest Golden Visa Option – But Is the €200k–€250k Cultural Route Worth It?

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James Cave
January 7, 2026

If you’re looking for the cheapest way to qualify for Portugal’s Golden Visa, the answer is simple on paper: donate €250,000 (or even €200,000 if you can find a qualifying low-density cultural project). No property. No €500,000 fund subscription. Just …

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