Living in Porto: the ultimate expat guide
Everything you need to know for a successful life in Porto.
Prominent for its rich cuisine, wine and medieval architecture, Porto is an ideal destination for expatriates who are looking forward to work, study or retire in Portugal.
Thanks to its dynamic economy, Porto has attracted many local companies which provide professional opportunities to expatriates. If you are searching for quality living in a warm climate and welcoming environment, why not turn to Porto?
Generalities
Get an overview of living in Porto with general information to discover the destination.
Discovering Porto
The process of choosing a city to live in is not easy. We understand the responsibility inherent in ...
Developing your social circle in Porto
Like in many other places, you will need to take part in Porto's events and interact with ...
Adjusting to the local culture in Porto
If you want to truly embrace Porto's culture, then getting acquainted with the locals is a ...
Work
Dive into the Porto labour market, legal framework and tips on how to find a job in Porto.
Working in Porto
Porto is one of the top destinations in Portugal for many expats, thanks to its beautiful ...
The labor market in Porto
In the past few years, the labor market in Porto has suffered a considerable boom. There are far ...
The work culture in Porto
As a relatively big and well-developed city, you will find all kinds of companies when looking ...
Accommodation
Explore real estate or temporary rentals in Porto. Find out more about renting or buying a house or a flat, real estate agents, leases and rental agreements.
Accommodation in Porto
Considered Portugal's second-largest city, after the capital of Lisbon, Porto is home to ...
Buying property in Porto
In the last decade, Portugal has become an important destination for culture and investment in ...
Find your ideal home in Porto
Explore real estate listings in Porto to buy or rent your next home.
Study
Universities, training courses, student visas, registration procedures: all you need to know about being an international student in Porto.
Transport
From public transports to renting or buying a car, explore the best options to getting around in Porto.
Transportation in Porto
Enjoying a fairly recent and quite efficient metro system that reaches most of the city's outskirt districts, there are very few reasons for you ...
Leisure
Sports, leisure, culture and other activities expats can enjoy in their spare time in Porto.
Things to do in Porto alone, with your partner or with friends
Whether you're traveling solo, with your partner or with an extended group of ...
The food scene in Porto
A magnificent way of getting acquainted with a city's culture is to taste its food! We ...
Indoor and outdoor activities in Porto
Make no mistake – food is a big part of people's identity in Northern Portugal, which ...
Articles from the magazine
Golden visa reforms to continue attracting foreign investors
The Golden Visa has not had its final say. Despite the visa controversy, several countries keep relying on it to attract foreign capital. Let's discover which countries are relaunching or reforming the program and what has changed.
Farewell to tax benefits for foreign retirees in Portugal
How far can Portugal go to attract foreign capital? After granting generous tax benefits to retired expatriates, the country, mired in a never-ending real estate crisis, is now backsliding. Let's look at how this will attract Portugal's attractivity in the eyes of expats.
Portugal's expat boom: 500 000 new arrivals in 5 years
Portugal is currently one of the most attractive destinations for expats. Great aspects of expat life in this country include the existence of multiple types of visas, relatively low cost-of-living expenses and real estate prices, an attractive tax regime, and sunny Mediterranean weather. It should be no surprise that the Ministry of Labor has revealed that the number of expats in the country reached a stunning 650,000 in April, a 364% increase in 5 years.
How will Portugal's revised law on capital gains tax affect expats?
Good news for expatriates who own property in Portugal! The Portuguese tax authorities have finally ended a practice that was widely viewed as discriminatory and will now treat residents and non-residents equally. Here's what you need to know about the new tax rules on capital gains and how they will impact you.
Rene in Estoril: "I love the freedom and of course the weather"
Rene is originally from South Africa. In April 1997, she left the country with her Portuguese husband to settle in Portugal. They now live in Estoril, in central Lisbon district...
Sarah in Algarve: "People are extremely welcoming and friendly"
British expat, Sarah moved to Algarve in February 2015 with her partner. Autism specialist, freelance writer and blogger, she now enjoys a slower pace of life than back home.
Gail at Large
My name is Gail, I was born in the Philippines but immigrated to Canada as a young child with my family. I currently live in Porto, Portugal's second-largest metropolitan area, located in the north on the Atlantic coast. Spain is an hour to the north and about two hours to the east.
Life in Lisbon according to an English expat
Kev is an English teacher hailing from England, but has lived in many countries prior to moving to Portugal in 2014. He is thoroughly enjoying his life in Lisbon, given the quality of life, sunny days year-round, excellent food, and low cost of living. Aside from spending time with his wife and cat, he enjoys writing and traveling.
