Parts of Portugal like the Algarve, the Alentejo, and Lisbon are blessed with some of the mildest winters that Europe has to offer. Outside, that is. Inside a Portuguese house is another story altogether. Old Portuguese houses and apartments are typically …
Are you thinking about purchasing a property in Portugal but are confused about how much you’re able to borrow? Buying a property in Portugal can be confusing, but don’t worry: Portugalist is here to help. Use our mortgage calculator below …
Wondering if you’ll be able to binge-watch your favorite shows or video call your friends back home without buffering nightmares? Well, get ready for some good news – Portugal is home to some wonderful high-speed internet. BUT…(and this is a …
Dreaming of owning a little slice of Portugal — maybe a sunny apartment overlooking the Algarve coast, a stone cottage in the Alentejo, or a city apartment in Lisbon? The good news is that getting a mortgage in Portugal is …
If you’re applying for Portugal’s D7 or Digital Nomad Visa, you’ll almost certainly need a rental contract as part of your application. Most consulates want to see a 12-month contract in your name; a few will accept six months, but …
Moving to Portugal? You’ll need a Portuguese bank account for most visa applications (like the D7, Digital Nomad Visa, or Golden Visa). You’re also likely to need one if you’re buying a property in Portugal. However, it isn’t as simple …
If you’re planning on moving to Portugal, buying property, or even just opening a bank account, you’ll very quickly hear about the NIF (Número de Identificação Fiscal). This 9-digit tax identification number, issued by the Portuguese Tax Authority (Autoridade Tributária), …
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 …
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 …
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 …