Expat Guide to Portugal

Expat Guide to Portugal

Old European charm bathed in sunshine and colors

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Cozido à Portuguesa Cozido à Portuguesa

Top 10 Portuguese foods – with recipes

 From hearty stews to baked desserts and beyond, here are some top Portuguese foods along with recipes for you to try at home.
Dating in Portugal Dating in Portugal

Dating in Portugal: a guide to dating Portuguese men and women

 Life abroad can be lonely without a companion. Whether you’re looking for a romantic partner or simply a good friend, before you dive into Portuguese dating here’s what you need...
Self employment in Portugal Self employment in Portugal

Starting a business in Portugal

 Startups: Portugal. Learn more about the Lisbon startup scene along with how to become one of the many startups in Portugal with this guide to setting up a company of...
Driving in Portugal Driving in Portugal

Tips for driving in Portugal

 Here’s a checklist of things to consider before driving in Portugal, including information about Portuguese road rules, car rentals, tolls, road signs and driving licence requirements.

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Learn Portuguese
May 16, 2014

Where to learn Portuguese
Social security in Portugal
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Social security in Portugal: a guide to Segurança Social
Insurance in Portugal
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Insurance in Portugal
drivers licence in Portugal
May 16, 2014

How to get a Portuguese driving license as a foreigner

Country guides

Moving to Portugal

Moving to Portugal
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Living in Portugal

Living in Portugal
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Working

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Education

Education in Portugal
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Housing

Housing in Portugal
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Finance

Finances in Portugal
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Healthcare

Healthcare in Portugal
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Lifestyle

Out & About in Portugal
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Festivals in Portugal
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A complete guide to the best festivals in Portugal
Rio Douro valley
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10 most beautiful places to visit in Portugal
Portugal festivals
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Public holidays in Portugal: important dates in 2020
Papos de anjo
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30 facts about Portugal: history, food, culture, and more
Fitness class in Portugal
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Fitness in Portugal
Portuguese Directory
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Find Jobs in Portugal
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Looking for work? Search our job postings to find a position suited to your talents.

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Housing in Portugal
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Find your new dream home in Portugal with our housing listings.

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Latest news

April 6, 2020

Health secretary reveals Portugal carried out 110,000 COVID-19 tests in March
April 6, 2020

Portugal’s coastal history of Neanderthals supping on seafood, researchers unveil fisher-hunter-gatherer lifestyle
April 6, 2020

Bankers are ‘mobilized to help the Portuguese economy’, says optimistic Marcelo
April 6, 2020

Makro open their doors to all consumers during the state of emergency
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