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5 Tax Deductions U.S. Expats Can Take Advantage of in Portugal
Strategic tax planning is critical if you’re a high-net-worth individual from the U.S. moving to Portugal via a Golden Visa or residency permit. By playing...
Proposed Changes to Portuguese Immigration Law – Here Is Everything You Need to Know
Portugal is on the brink of some of the most significant overhauls to its immigration and nationality laws in decades. Though no legislation has...
Italy Slams the Door on Citizenship Dreams for Many Americans. Why Not Try Portugal Instead?
Millions of Americans with Italian heritage are reeling from a devastating blow to their European citizenship dreams. Italy's recent law change has effectively cut...
Lisbon Metro Strike Begins and Could Extend to 60 Days
Say it ain't so! Commuters in Portugal's capital are set to face significant transportation challenges starting Friday, May 23rd, as Metropolitano de Lisboa workers...
Is Portugal’s Golden Visa at Risk? EU Decision Against Malta Raises Questions
The European Court of Justice has just declared Malta's controversial "golden passport" program illegal, a decision that could have serious implications for similar programs...
Why You Should Apply for Portuguese Residency by May 2025
You may need to apply for Portuguese residency sooner than you think. If you’ve been sitting on the sidelines waiting for things to get...
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Lisbon’s Best Hidden Speakeasies
Lisbon’s speakeasy scene has exploded in recent years offering hidden bars with creative cocktails, discrete entrances, and curated concepts that provide endless entertainment. Wander...
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Travel Information
An Updated Transport Guide for Lisbon – 2025
Lisbon's public transport system is a maze of winding streets, hills, elevators, ferries, funiculars, big buses, mini buses, trains, trams, and underground metro. Whew...
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Tax Planning for Retirees Moving to Portugal: What You Need to Know to Maximize Your Savings
Portugal has become a top destination for retirees, celebrated for its pleasant climate, affordable cost of living, and previously favorable tax policies. Over the...
Guide to Freelancing in Portugal
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Sintra
Sintra: The Crown Jewel of the Portuguese Riviera
Sitting just 14 miles outside of Lisbon, Sintra is a charming municipality on the Portuguese Riviera. The...
Portugal’s drug policy may be an example for the United States
The Portuguese drug law may be part of the answer the U.S. is looking for to effectively fight its drug problem. In spite of...
Guide to Portuguese Visas: Types of Portugal Visas (Updated November 2024)
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EU/EFTA Nationals
If you are an EU/EFTA citizen, you do not need a visa to enter Portugal....
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Let’s Take a Walk Around Rossio: The Beating Heart of Lisbon
Rossio Square, officially known as Praça de Dom Pedro IV, stands as the beating heart of Lisbon, a magnificent stage where centuries of Portuguese...
12 Portuguese Idioms That Will Make You Smile
The more Portuguese we learn, the more it makes us smile. Building on our exploration of Portuguese culture through language, we've gathered twelve more...
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