Move To Portugal...Why Not?

A Complete Guide For Wannabe Expats

By: The Expat Homes Team

Narrated by: Virtual Voice

UPDATED MAY 2023 WITH VISA CHANGES

In response to our readers' feedback, both public and private, we decided it is time to refresh our guide to reflect the new reality of moving to Portugal in 2023. We hope you enjoy it and we will continue to update this version from time-to-time at no cost to our readers.

The big change this time is the termination of the Golden Visa program, and the new visa program that has been created.

It is difficult to find anyone who dislikes Portugal after visiting. What’s not to like? Portugal is home to top-notch hiking, surfing, sailing, golf, food, weather…the list goes on. The rich culture and overly friendly people are noticeable throughout Portugal. The relaxed lifestyle and physical safety are also big draws for many expats, and the low cost of living is the icing on the cake.

Portugal is a popular relocation destination for people of all ages, although it has become particularly popular with retirees from all over the world. It is particularly popular as a retirement destination for those from non-EU countries such as the US, Canada and now the UK The Golden Visa program was launched in 2012 as a way to attract wealthy foreigners to Portugal by making it easy to obtain citizenship by investment.

Of all the countries in the EU, Portugal is one of the simplest and easiest for foreigners to eventually obtain citizenship. The expat community in Portugal is thriving and it is easy to see why. It is a wonderful country filled with wonderful people, and provides easy access to Europe. So what are you waiting for? Buy the guide and see if Portugal is for you.