Living and residency
Visas, residency rules, cost of living and where to live in Portugal.
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Portugal Golden Visa and Real Estate: What Changed
Portugal closed the real estate route of its golden visa in October 2023. What remains, what the stay and naturalisation rules are in 2026, and what it means for property buyers.
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D7 Visa Portugal for Property Owners
How the Portuguese D7 passive-income visa works for people who own or plan to buy a home in Portugal: income, savings, accommodation proof, NIF and bank account, stay rules and tax residency.
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Algarve vs Silver Coast: Where to Buy in Portugal
Algarve or Silver Coast? A comparison of asking prices per square metre, directional rental yields, airports, climate and the practical trade-offs, with the Portuguese non-resident IMT in mind.
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Cost of Living in Portugal for Expats: Monthly Budget
Monthly cost of living in Portugal for expats: Algarve budgets for singles, couples and families, Lisbon and Porto totals, rent, utilities, groceries and health insurance, with the caveats of the sources.