Category: Getting Yourself To Portugal

  • Social Life in Portugal: How to Make Expat Friends

    Social Life in Portugal: How to Make Expat Friends

    *Disclaimer: This post may contain affiliate links. Opinions shared are my own, and I only endorse products I support. By clicking on any of the links below, I may get a small commission if you purchase at absolutely no additional charge to you. I appreciate your support.* Starting a new chapter in a different country…

  • Relocating to Portugal: Five Essential Things You Need to Consider

    Relocating to Portugal: Five Essential Things You Need to Consider

    Portugal has become an increasingly popular destination for people looking to relocate, either for work or retirement. With its warm climate, beautiful coastline and friendly culture, it’s easy to see why we uprooted our family and moved here. However, if you’re considering moving to Portugal, it’s essential to understand what you’re getting into.  Relocating to…

  • How To Find A Rental Home In Portugal: What To Look For And What To Avoid

    How To Find A Rental Home In Portugal: What To Look For And What To Avoid

    So, you’ve decided to move your family to Portugal, congratulations! Whether it’s the sunshine, the lifestyle, or the pastel de nata calling your name, relocating here is a dream for many. But before you’re fully living la vida portuguesa, you’ll need to find a place to live. Perhaps your visa requires you to find a…

  • What To Pack When Moving to Portugal

    What To Pack When Moving to Portugal

    Moving to a new country is an exciting adventure, but it also comes with its challenges—one of which is deciding what to bring with you. What American (or insert other nationality) products will you not be able to find?  What will you be able to replace in Portugal when you arrive? These are common questions…

  • Under 35? Portugal’s Massive Tax Breaks Are Calling You!

    Under 35? Portugal’s Massive Tax Breaks Are Calling You!

    Portugal calls to many expats already with its beautiful coastlines, safe communities, and attractive cost of living.  However, this country is pulling out all the stops to attract top young talent from around the world.  They are also trying to keep their younger generation IN Portugal, which has been a huge problem in the past…

  • Moving to Portugal Checklist

    Moving to Portugal Checklist

    Moving to Portugal? Welcome! We made the move as American Expats in 2021.  *Disclaimer: This post may contain affiliate links. Opinions shared are my own, and I only endorse products I support. By clicking on any of the links below, I may get a small commission if you purchase at absolutely no additional charge to…

  • Obtaining a Portuguese Health Number, SNS Number, or Número de Utente de Saúde, As An American Expat

    Obtaining a Portuguese Health Number, SNS Number, or Número de Utente de Saúde, As An American Expat

    Learning how to operate in a socialized medicine country as an American Expat presents its own challenges and learnings.  What is the Portuguese SNS?  What is a “numero de utente” and why do you need one? Our family has been in Portugal, in the Lisbon area, for two years.  We moved here as a family…