James Cave

James Cave is the founder of Portugalist.com, a website he created in 2016 to make moving to Portugal more simple. He’s also the author of Moving to Portugal Made Simple, now in its second edition and with more than 400 reviews on Amazon. Through Portugalist, James has helped thousands of people plan their move and settle into life in Portugal with clear, trustworthy, and up-to-date information. Portugalist has been featured in countless publications including the WSJ, New York Times, and Independent.

Can Foreigners Buy Property In Portugal?

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If you’re thinking about buying a home in Portugal — whether as a vacation base, an investment, or somewhere to live full-time — there’s good news: foreigners can buy property in Portugal with almost no restrictions. It doesn’t matter if …

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Thinking about Moving to Portugal?

Portugalist has been running since 2016 (10 years now!) and during that time we've helped countless people move to Portugal. Whether you're weighing up the D7 against the Golden Visa, wondering whether to rent or to buy, or just trying to figure out which part of Portugal is right for you, we'd be happy to help.

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Luxury Portugal: The Most Expensive Areas To Live in

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Are you looking for a property in Portugal? Looking for somewhere a little more exclusive? With more than 300 days of sunshine per year in the Algarve and Lisbon, some of the most stunning beaches in the world, and a …

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Portugalist has been running since 2016 (10 years now!) and during that time we've helped countless people move to Portugal. Whether you're weighing up the D7 against the Golden Visa, wondering whether to rent or to buy, or just trying to figure out which part of Portugal is right for you, we'd be happy to help.

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Moving to Portugal as a Remote Worker in 2026

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Remote work has changed everything. It’s now perfectly possible to keep your job in New York, Toronto, or London while living in a sunny European country with beaches, pastelarias, and a slower pace of life. And for many people, that …

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Portugalist has been running since 2016 (10 years now!) and during that time we've helped countless people move to Portugal. Whether you're weighing up the D7 against the Golden Visa, wondering whether to rent or to buy, or just trying to figure out which part of Portugal is right for you, we'd be happy to help.

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A Guide to TV in Portugal

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For those considering a move to Portugal, the country’s television offerings promise a blend of local and international content. Most TV packages, especially when bundled with fibre internet, boast around 150 channels, ensuring a diverse viewing experience. If you opt …

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A Guide to 4G Satellite Internet in Portugal

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

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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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