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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...
Complete Guide to the New NHR 2.0 (IFICI) Tax Regime in Portugal – 2025 Update
Portugal has introduced a new Non-Habitual Resident tax regime called the Fiscal Incentive for Scientific Research and Innovation (IFICI), commonly referred to as NHR...
Leveraging Your IRA for Portugal’s Golden Visa: A 2025 Guide
For U.S investors looking to diversify globally and secure a European residence, Portugal’s Golden Visa program is your “golden” ticket.Why Portugal’s Golden Visa Is...
Why Portugal Is Becoming a Top Destination for Americans Relocating
As the political landscape in the USA shifts once more, many Americans are exploring the possibility of relocating to a country that offers stability,...
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...
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9 Best Vegan Restaurants in Porto
Porto enchants visitors with its riverside charm and port wine cellars, but the city's culinary evolution extends far beyond traditional Portuguese fare. A thriving...
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Admission to Many Museums in Portugal Will Increase Next Year
It's official! The Museums and Monuments of Portugal (MMP) will be increasing admission fees for most of its facilities starting January 1, 2025. Portuguese...
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9 Best Neighborhoods to Live in Lisbon
It's no surprise that most expats choose Lisbon as their permanent home in Portugal, which is the case for over 40% of all immigrants...
1-Week Portugal Itinerary: Where to Spend 7 Days in Portugal
Millions of tourists travel to Portugal every year, but it can be hard to figure out where to go. Luckily, this 1-Week Portugal Itinerary...
Celebrating the Carnation Revolution With an Eye to the Future
Today marks 49 years since the Carnation Revolution of April 25, 1974, and among almost fifty years of democracy, we may ask ourselves, what...
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Everything you need to know before traveling to Portugal
Planning to travel to Portugal? As the oldest country in Europe, Portugal has a culturally rich...
Portugal Golden Visa Latest: 2024 Update
Although the path to Portuguese citizenship through property investment ended in October of 2023, the Golden Visa program remains open and in full flow....
History and Culture
Chafarizes – A Guide to Lisbon’s Beautiful Fountains
Lisbon's fountains, known as "chafarizes," have quenched the city's thirst for centuries. In the 12th century, Lisbon began constructing public fountains to supply water...
Tracing the History of the Adufe – Portugal’s Traditional Drum
For my last birthday, I was given an adufe by my Portuguese friends. And what, you may ask, is an adufe? I asked myself...
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