So you’ve heard the stories: the sunshine, the pace of life, the pastel de nata addiction—and the fact that Portugal is one of the easiest places in Europe to get residency. But if you’re not from the EU, the big …
Every visa has its pros and cons, and understanding them is crucial for making the right decision about your move to Portugal. While the D7 visa shares many benefits with other Portuguese residency options, it also has unique characteristics that …
If you’re from the EU/EEA/Switzerland, you have the right to move to Portugal under EU freedom of movement rules. There’s no visa, no sponsorship, and no embassy process. You can simply move to Portugal and begin living here. However, once …
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), …
Since 2016, Portugalist has helped thousands of people navigate the move to Portugal — and one of the biggest decisions non-EU citizens face today is choosing between the D7 Visa and the Digital Nomad Visa. On the surface, both seem …
Since launching Portugalist in 2016, we’ve helped thousands of people — retirees, remote workers, digital nomads, and families — make the move to Portugal. And one question that comes up every now and then is: should I apply for the …
Are you dreaming of moving to Portugal but struggling to find suitable accommodation? Don’t worry: you’re not alone! For most residency visas (D7, Digital Nomad Visa, D2, D1, and D3), you’ll need proof of accommodation before you can even apply. …
When applying for a visa like the D7 or Digital Nomad Visa? What type of insurance do I need? Travel or health insurance? There’s a lot of conflicting information out there, and it doesn’t help that the rules constantly change—and …
For Americans, Brits, Canadians, Australians, and anyone else without an EU/EEA or Swiss passport, Portugal’s 90-days-in-180-days Schengen rule is often the first big headache. It’s fine for a short trip, but not ideal if you’re thinking about moving here— or …
If you’re an EU/EEA/Swiss citizen planning to move to Portugal with a non-EU spouse, partner, or children, you have good news: your family members don’t need to apply for standard Portuguese visas like the D7 or Golden Visa. Instead, they …