Fast fiber is cheap and reaches almost every town in Portugal, often gigabit for around €40 a month. Here’s what it costs, how MEO, NOS, Vodafone, and Digi compare, and why you should check your exact address before you sign anything.
Can You Still Watch Your Usual TV in Portugal? Mostly, yes. Netflix, Prime Video, Disney+, HBO Max and Apple TV+ all work in Portugal, with the Portuguese library rather than the American or British one. The Premier League and the NFL are both on DAZN, legally and without workarounds. The hard parts are British catch-up TV and live American channels. For most people, especially in the first few months, I’d get fiber internet with a TV package that includes the …
Portugal has great internet coverage, but there are definitely some parts of the country that aren’t covered – not just by fibre broadband but by mobile internet as well. If that’s the case, you may be looking at other options and wondering whether Elon Musk’s Spacex Starlink could be the answer to your problems. With a monthly cost of €40 (and, as of August 2024, a hardware setup cost of between €249 and €349), getting internet through Starlink isn’t as …
If you’re living in Portugal, you should get a Portuguese phone number. While a number of people keep their phone numbers, particularly those from other EU countries who can take advantage of roaming, it’s definitely a good idea to have a Portuguese number. Here’s why: Basically, if you move to Portugal, you need a phone number so people can contact you and you’ll want mobile data. How Much Does A Phone Plan Cost? As an example, here’s a real quote …
When you move to Portugal, sorting out your water supply is key, along with sorting out other utilities like electricity and gas and arranging home internet. In Portugal, water services are managed by local municipalities. This means you don’t get much choice with your provider; it depends on where you live. Each area has its own supplier, and information about your specific provider is available through your local municipality. For example, Aguas de Lisboa e Vale do Tejo looks after …
If you’re planning a move to Portugal one thing you might be wondering is, “Will my mobile phone (or cell phone) work over there?” Your phone is such an important part of daily life nowadays. Whether it’s keeping in touch with family and friends, getting directions with maps, or quickly looking something up – your phone is likely always by your side. So of course you’ll want to be able to take it along during this big move. The good …