Dan Plute
Irish looking for information about Portugal
Forum posts
49
About me
Irish
Lives in Lisbon District
Speaks English
Registration: 19 February 2018
Visa lawyer recommendation by handholding247
Hi there. looking for a lawyer to process our d7 visas for my wife and I. I’ve been in contact with the lawyer below, was wandering if anyone had used him and can recommend. Jorge FerrazAdvogadodefesa . legalthanks
@handholding247 we have used Ana Real at: Ana Ferreira Real - ***. She is fluent in English and has an office in Caldas da Rainha. Read More
Looking for information by BongoBoy
Hi Ya'll I am an American looking for potential places to retire. I have been looking within the US however I am open for some reason to see about Portugal. I have already made plans to for this Summer but I would like to perhaps come out ...
@BongoBoy wr moved here 30 months ago from California- no regrets. Portugal honors U S Tax laws so you do not pay Portugal taxes on Social security income or retirement income. Most accountants can help with you tax questions. Read More
New members of the Portugal forum, introduce yourselves here - 2022 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Portugal forum? Don't know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on ...
Hello - Expats from San Francisco, CA. Portugal is Paradise. We moved here in October 2019 and are enjoying our new host country, its friendly people and lower cost than California. Read More
The best age to move to Portugal by Cheryl
Hello everybody, No two people experience expatriation in Portugal in the same way, depending on their age and personal situation. We would like to know more about you and ask you to share with us when you decided to move to Portugal. How old ...
We moved from San Francico to Portugsl in October 2019. I was 77 and my wife 65 years old. We had been travelling to Portugal for about 5 years before the move move. During these trips we decided Portugal would be a great retirement country. Tre ... Read More
contemplating a move to Portugal this Fall by Noellekathleen
Hi, my husband and I are US citizens that work remotely and are contemplating a move to Portugal this Fall. We have two young children and are trying to narrow down areas other than Lisbon that have good weather, a large expat/English speaking ...
We moved here in October 2019 from San Francisco, CA. We live in the Sikver Coast area, Nadadouro, a small city near Caldas, da Rainha. The mice was easy, no problems Language is not a problem since many Portuguese citizens speak English The ... Read More
Unfair Taxes in Portugal by AuMargaret
Hello to all on Expat.Com Why doesn't anybody complain here in Portugal? It seems that everyone just takes what is dished up by the Government without making comments or asking questions. For example, only the very large cities in Portugal ...
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Unfair Taxes in Portugal by AuMargaret
Hello to all on Expat.Com Why doesn't anybody complain here in Portugal? It seems that everyone just takes what is dished up by the Government without making comments or asking questions. For example, only the very large cities in Portugal ...
Portugal also imposes a duty/tax on inbound shipments. I had hearing aids repaired at no cost yet the gonernment wants 150.00 to received the aids. The government claims the shipper listed the value as 2000,00, the reason for the tax. I explained ... Read More
Shipping furniture from California by ggriffin
Hello! We have just purchased an apartment in Lisbon. We’re very excited to embark on this new adventure. Does anyone have advice on shipping furniture from the US? Is it better and more cost effective just to purchase new furniture in ...
We shipped a container load of furniture from Oakland to Lisbon last year. It took about 1 month to arrive. We had a international carrier handle the transaction. The shipment will be on hold until your get papers from the S.F. Portugal Embassy ... Read More
New members of the Portugal forum, introduce yourselves here - 2021 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Portugal forum? Don't know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on ...
Hello - Bom Dia. We moved to Portugal in October 2019 from San Francisco, Ca. A great place to live - safe, less stress in life, great people and housing costs are cheaper than CA. Good medical and dental and costs are reasonable. No language ... Read More
Emigration to Portugal with children, where to go? by JorgeB11
Dear community-members, My family (wife and 3 children) and I want to move to Portugal. We want to move to the Lisbon or setubal district. We’re looking for an affordable place close to the beach and in the proximity of grocery stores and ...
Bom Dia Jorge. We moved here in octobet 2019 from the USA. we are living in Belas a small community about 13 kilometere NW of Lisbon. We are looking at houses on the northwest from Cascais to Coimbra and find this an interesting area. Wr find ... Read More
Non_Habitual Residency Certificate by Dan Plute
I could use help in obtaining my Non-Habitual Residency certificate. I hired an accountant and he has not been able to obtain the certificate after 6 months of trying. He has forwarded me about 5 rejections from the Finance office for various ...
I am not sure. The accountant I hired to perform the work has encountered many problems with process. I am not sure if he did not comply with the government regulations to obtain the certificate. I have my NIF number and a EU residency ... Read More
Non_Habitual Residency Certificate
I could use help in obtaining my Non-Habitual Residency certificate. I hired an accountant and he has not been able to obtain the certificate after 6 months of trying. He has forwarded me about 5 rejections from the Finance office for various ... Read More
Portugal Taxes
I need a accountant/tax person to assist me prepare EU resident tax papers. I have an Ireland Passport and prepare taxes in the USA. A person advised me I need to register with the Portugal Tax Authority to claim tax free documents for here and ... Read More
Driving in Portugal by Maximilien
Hi, What do you think of the way people drive in Portugal? How different is it from your home country? Respecting the road safety rules, driving etiquette such as general courtesy, speed excess what are the characteristics of the driving ...
I think many drivers are very aggressive and have little or no concern with speed limits. Drivers park cars in many inappropriate place and feel it is ok because they turn on their emergency flashing lights. Read More
New members of the Portugal forum, introduce yourselves here - 2020 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Portugal forum? Don't know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on ...
My wife and I relocated to Portugal from the San Francisco area in October 2019. We would be happy to discuss our experience. You can contact me at ***. Read More
In retrospect, would you move again to Portugal? by Christine
Hi all, If you had to look back on your expat experience in Portugal, would you heartily say "lets do it again"? From the preparation stage to your actual everyday life in your new country, what did you enjoy the most? Would you do certain ...
We are new arrivals in Portugal. We arrived on 3 October 2019. We travelled to Portugal for the prior five (5) years and felt comfortable with the environment. I had an EU passport (Ireland) , so the process of getting a resident and EU Union ... Read More
Moving household goods to Portugal by psyteacher
I am interested in hearing from people who have moved to Portugal who had their household goods/furniture shipped. Is it cheaper to sell everything here in the U.S. and start over in Portugal or ship selective items to Portugal? Fern
We shipped a 40 foot container of funiture and household effects from San Francisco to Lisbon. The container arrived on Nov 24, 2019. We believe it is cheaper to ship rsther than buy everything in Portugal. Furniture is very expensive plus the ... Read More
Baggage certificate
My baggage certificate plus inventory of household items were lost in the mail. The San Francisco Portugal Embassy office issued the approved/signed baggage certificate and placed a certified stamp on all pages of the inventory list. A friend of ... Read More
Expat dinner by weevan
Hey, I am a chef and I miss several dishes from outside of Portugal. I was thinking that on some holiday that a group of us could all convene in Alto Minho and make a gourmand dinner. Work, shop, and frolic all day then at sunset---French ...
Great idea. We will relocate to the Sintea area on 5 October 2019. I have an Ieish passport, my wife Nina Veselova has a USA passport. We are moving here from the San Francisco, CA area. Read More
Introduction - Margarida Barbosa by GuestPoster379
Hi all, My name is Margarida Barbosa, I'm Portuguese living in Lisbon and I work as recruiter and a Career Advisor. Throughout my career (and life!) I found out that I was a natural on assisting and supporting others, so I've been in this ...
Margarida. I did not receive a reply. We will relocate to Portugal (Sintra area) in October. I have an Ireland passport, my wife a USA passport. We need help locating medical insurance. I am 77 my wife 65. We alsi need help with the residence ... Read More
Introduction - Margarida Barbosa by GuestPoster379
Hi all, My name is Margarida Barbosa, I'm Portuguese living in Lisbon and I work as recruiter and a Career Advisor. Throughout my career (and life!) I found out that I was a natural on assisting and supporting others, so I've been in this ...
Hi Margarida. Thank you for the post. Itbis very kind of you to offer to assist. I have a xouple questions: 1. I have a E. U. Passport (Ireland) and my wife has U. S. A. Passport. We will be relocating to Lisbon around 1 October 2019. What ... Read More
Looking for Americans in the Algarve by Uhawkha
Hello to all. My wife and I will be moving to Carvoeiro in early September. We would really love to meet other Americans in the area. I am 70 and my wife is 58. We are from Montana. We hope to make some new friends in Portugal. Please contact ...
Greetings Hal. Good luck with the move. I have the same issue with medical insurance. One person responded with a reference about insurance. I suggest send a question to expats about medical insurance. Our house is on the "for sale" ... Read More
Medical Insurance by Dan Plute
My wife and i will relocate to the Lisbon area in the next couple of months. I have a few questions about medical insurance. I have received a few replies from expat.com about contacts, Auto Club and a few others. I've sent email messages ...
Monika. Thank you very much. I will contact them and ask for information. Your information is very helpful and appreciated. Sending wishes for happiness and good health. Read More
Looking for Americans in the Algarve by Uhawkha
Hello to all. My wife and I will be moving to Carvoeiro in early September. We would really love to meet other Americans in the area. I am 70 and my wife is 58. We are from Montana. We hope to make some new friends in Portugal. Please contact ...
Hi Hal. Good luck on the move. I am a native Montanian and U of M graduate. We are living in the San Francisco and will be moving to Portugal in a month or so. We are looking at the Lisbon area, Estroil, Cascais, Sintra areas. How did you ... Read More
Medical Insurance
My wife and i will relocate to the Lisbon area in the next couple of months. I have a few questions about medical insurance. I have received a few replies from expat.com about contacts, Auto Club and a few others. I've sent email messages ... Read More
COC for US vehicle by ericpret
I love my 2014 Toyota Prius. Buying the same in PT would cost far more than I paid new in US 2014. Is there a way to get a Portuguese Certificate of Compliance for this vehicle? If the cost is less than 10,000 Euros I would be ahead, and would not ...
Thank you for the information on importing a car into Portugal. I've owned the car for over 3 years so owning the car for over 6 months is not an issue. The second problem will be finding a mechanic to work on the car. I will check out ... Read More
Purchasing a vechicle in Portugal by Wim Kay
From what I’ve seen secondhand cars are expensive in Portugal. Is it better to purchase new? Is finance available easily? Any info would be greatly appreciated !
We will be purchasibg a car also and would be interested in any information on used cars. Is it beneficial to go to Germany and buy a new or used car? Is xar insurance expensive? Any age restrictions? Thank you Read More
Medical Insurance by Dan Plute
I am 76 and having difficulty seeking reasonable cost private medical insurance for myself. I have a EU passport from Ireland. I am also seeking a private policy for my wife who is 64. I was told the auto club of Portugal has reasonable medical ...
Thank you Santi2. I will check your suggestions. We are hoping to make the move to Portugal in April. I will chech the web for contact information and see if I can communicate wuth your suggestions about medical insurance. My ither alternatuve ... Read More
Medical Insurance by Dan Plute
I am 76 and having difficulty seeking reasonable cost private medical insurance for myself. I have a EU passport from Ireland. I am also seeking a private policy for my wife who is 64. I was told the auto club of Portugal has reasonable medical ...
Hi Santi2 and thank you for the reply to my inquiry on medical insurance. I checked the Montepio web site for information on medical insurance and could not find a link to inquire about the insurance. We currently have an account with Millennium ... Read More
Medical Insurance by Dan Plute
I am 76 and having difficulty seeking reasonable cost private medical insurance for myself. I have a EU passport from Ireland. I am also seeking a private policy for my wife who is 64. I was told the auto club of Portugal has reasonable medical ...
Thabk you for the information. I wilk check Montepio for a policy. This e have an account with Millennuym and they advised their policy will not cover anyone over age 75. Do tou have contact infomation for Nontepio. Thank you very much. Read More
Medical Insurance
I am 76 and having difficulty seeking reasonable cost private medical insurance for myself. I have a EU passport from Ireland. I am also seeking a private policy for my wife who is 64. I was told the auto club of Portugal has reasonable medical ... Read More
Health Insurance
I will be moving to Portugal in March 2019 and will need medical insurance. I am 76 years old and cannot qualify for private medical insurance. I have a quote from two private medical insurance companies that quote a monthly cost of about Euro ... Read More
Medicare Insurance
Any USA expats have experience with the Social Security Medicare payments. I talked with a Social Security representative and he advised if we cancel our medical care payments we would be penalized up to 10 percent per year that we do not take ... Read More
Shipping Household / Personal items
Thank you Freddie. Good luck to you. Read More
Shipping Household / Personal items
We will move to Portugal in March 2019. We would like to hear from members about their experiences with customs and working with customs clearing agents in the Lisbon area. Any problems? Should we seek help from a lawyer. Any suggestions? Thank ... Read More
Minimum Stay requirement for Temporary Residence Visa for Retirees? by PT2018
Hello, For those of you on a temporary residence visa based on passive income or retirement income, do you know for absolutely sure what the minimum stay requirement is in Portugal, that is, minimum how many days you have to live in Portugal? How ...
Peter. I have worked with the Portuguse embassy in S.F. They were very helpful. Send them an email. They will respond. Read More
Moving to Portugal
We are planning to move to Portugal in the February/March 2019 period. My wife and I are retired and would like to find a rental unit near Mount Estroil or Cascase areas. We would also consider Sintra. We would like a 2 or 3 bedroom unit with ... Read More
Portugal, Mexico City of Panama City??
Hi Lorback..i be been to Mexico City numerous times and to many cities in Central and Douth America. I would take Portugal over Mexico and most central and South American cities. Ntyyet weather, closer to many cosmopolitan cities and safer. My ... Read More
Private medical insurance
I am planning to move to Portugal in 8 months and will require private medical insurance. I will be 76. In Septenber and was advised I could not purchase private medical insurance.. I could purchase private insurance now but the policy has an ... Read More
Import a car to Portugal.
I am considering importing a car to Portugal. Any advise from. Expat who imported a car? Dan Read More
Tax number for my wife - bank account.
Thank you. Your price is very high for a couple hours of work. We received info from 2 other sources witb less cost. We have a bank account. Read More
Tax number for my wife - bank account.
My wife is a USA citizen and I want to add her name to the Portugal bank account. I cannot adf her to the bank until I get her a Tax number. I cannot get the Tax number without proof of residency like a long term lease or rental agreement. We ... Read More