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Get out your calendar! These are the Portuguese public holidays for 2024, 2025, and 2026, as well as other special dates coming up.

Discover the diverse flavors and unique culinary traditions of the sunny Iberian Peninsula with our complete guide to Portuguese cuisine.

Learn more about the history and origins of the Portuguese language, including its different dialects, grammar rules, and pronunciation.

Portugal has a rich history and vibrant culture. Here are some facts about Portugal to prepare you for life on the Iberian Peninsula.

Discover the various English and Portuguese-language news sources in Portugal and keep track of what’s happening in the country and worldwide.

Crises can be scary in any language, but don’t get caught out! Here’s which number and helpline to call in an emergency in Portugal.

Moving to Portugal? Get to grips with the local weather as we break down the climate and seasons in Portugal.

Dreaming of a life in Portugal? Before you pack your bags, discover how affordable – or surprisingly costly – this sun-soaked country can be.

Becoming an au pair in Portugal can give you unparalleled insights into daily life in the country, with an opportunity to immerse yourself into Portuguese life in exchange for childcare and light household work for a host family. Becoming an au pair in Portugal allows young people to live for one to twelve months with […]

If you want to move to Portugal from Canada, you will need to make a detailed plan that covers everything from securing the right visa to moving your finances. This means doing all the necessary research so that your new life on the western coast of Europe starts off smoothly. This guide is for Canadians […]

Sun, Atlantic beaches, and a slower pace of life make Portugal easy to imagine as your next home. But while moving to Portugal from the UK is still possible, the move now takes more planning post Brexit. The hard part is usually not choosing Portugal, it is matching the right visa to your budget, paperwork, […]

Moving to Portugal? Get ready for life in this beautiful country with our essential checklist for moving there.

From finding a home to grabbing some fresh pastéis de nata, here’s our list of 10 things you need to do during your first week in Portugal.

Relocating to Portugal? Discover the best way to transfer your belongings, furniture, and car with our helpful guide on removals to Portugal.

There’s no need to leave your pets behind when moving to Portugal. Here’s a guide to the rules and import laws.

From traditional family values to childcare and schooling, discover everything you need to know about raising a family in Portugal.

Discover everything you need to know about social etiquette in Portugal including conversation topics, table manners, tipping, and more.

These facts on Portugal take a brief look at the history and geography of Portugal.

Curious about politics in Portugal? Here’s what you need to know about the Portuguese government, political parties, voting, and more.

Discover the various English and Portuguese-language news sources in Portugal and keep track of what’s happening in the country and worldwide.

Portuguese citizenship through grandparents can be available if you were born abroad and can document the line to a Portuguese grandparent. The key is a clean paper trail plus the current nationality requirements. If you are unsure, start with two questions: was your grandparent Portuguese, and can you prove the link with civil records? This […]

Portugal does not have a direct citizenship-by-investment program, the closest route is Portugal residency-by-investment through the Autorização de Residência para Investimento (ARI). Portugal does not offer citizenship by investment. The official route is the Autorização de Residência para Investimento (ARI), commonly branded the ‘Golden Visa’, introduced by Law no. 29/2012, of August 9, in force […]

Got some capital lying around? Discover what you need to know about Portugal’s golden visa program, including requirements and how to apply.

Many foreign spouses, and some partners, of Portuguese citizens can apply for Portuguese citizenship by marriage after three years. But the route might not be easy, because civil-registry steps, proof of connection to Portugal, and foreign-document rules can still decide the outcome. Portugal citizenship by marriage is separate from a spouse visa, family reunification, or […]

Applicants usually know they need insurance for a Portugal D8 visa. The harder part is knowing which cover is checked first, and what may be reviewed again after you arrive in Portugal. This guide is for general information only and is not legal, immigration, or insurance advice. Within the broader Digital Nomad Visa in Portugal […]

Portugal is a popular destination for digital nomads. It has a good climate, good lifestyle and is part of the EU. Portugal’s digital nomad (D8) visa launched in 2022 and makes it easy for remote workers or freelancers from non-EU/EEA countries to relocate there. This guide will run through the visa, from eligibility and application to […]

Portugal’s Golden Visa scheme began in 2012. Its official name is the Autorização de Residência para Atividade de Investimento (ARI), or Residence Permit for Investment Activity in English. The visa scheme is offered by the Portuguese government and functions as a pathway to residency and potential citizenship for non-EU/EEA/Swiss nationals who invest in qualifying investments […]

Portugal generally allows dual citizenship, which means becoming Portuguese doesn’t usually require you to give up your current nationality. That said, the real complication is often your other country’s law. This guide explains what dual citizenship means in practice, which routes are most common, and what to check with both Portuguese authorities and your home […]

Move to Portugal for skilled work with more confidence by understanding how the EU Blue Card works, where it fits, and what to set up next. The EU Blue Card for Portugal is a residence and work permit for highly qualified professionals from outside the EU who have a qualifying job offer in Portugal. It […]

Portugal’s D2 visa is for non-EU entrepreneurs, founders, and some independent professionals who want to build real economic activity in Portugal, not just spend time there. If you are weighing business, freelance, passive income, and remote work routes, whether or not the D2 visa is for you often depends on whether you have a Portugal-based […]

The Portugal retirement visa usually means the D7 residence visa for non-EU citizens who plan to live in Portugal on passive income or their own resources. It is commonly used by retirees, but it is not limited to people over a certain age. If you are comparing retirement routes, this is usually the practical Portugal […]

Portugal’s D3 visa is the main long-stay route for non-EU specialists who already have a qualifying role in Portugal. If your move depends on a skilled job offer, this is usually the visa that answers whether you can legally move, work, and settle there. It matters because the D3 can open the door not just […]

Who must apply for a Portuguese visa? From visa types to getting residency, find out what you need for your immigration journey to Portugal.

Got a family member back home who wants to join you in Portugal? Here’s how to secure a Portuguese spouse or family visa.

From standard work visas to job seeker visas, here’s what you need to know about the requirements and process of setting up shop in Portugal.

Expats in Portugal can apply for permanent residence after five years of legal residency. Here’s what you need to know about the process.

Who can get citizenship in Portugal? Here’s all the key information on types of citizenship, who can apply, and how.

We explain how to apply for a Portuguese passport, including the requirements and benefits, and what to do if it gets lost or stolen.

Do you need a Portuguese student visa? Find out about the types of visas, the requirements, the costs, and how to apply.

Whether you want to live in the heart of a bustling city or enjoy laid-back life by the sea, here are the best places to live in Portugal.

From bustling shopping and nightlife districts to cozy local neighborhoods and scenic coastal towns, here are the best places to live in Lisbon.