Ricktark1
American looking for information about Portugal
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Speaks I can speak English and I study Português. I speak it poorly but I am trying.
Registration: 31 March 2023
VFS appointment - no luck. Any advice? by joemgan
Hi all, writing here from Singapore. Looking to relocate later this year, so I'll be starting the process now.Unfortunately, been checking for a week for D7 appointments, but only the D4 and D6 ones show appointments in early Feb. It's 22 Jan ...
@alexmotiongraphedifferent...Read those files!Good luck Read More
VFS appointment - no luck. Any advice? by joemgan
Hi all, writing here from Singapore. Looking to relocate later this year, so I'll be starting the process now.Unfortunately, been checking for a week for D7 appointments, but only the D4 and D6 ones show appointments in early Feb. It's 22 Jan ...
This happened in North America. I was told that the Consulate is aware of the problem. Select any long term National Visa and fill out the application and bring any supporting documents as instructed. Inform the VFS employee it was not possible to ... Read More
What is the weather really like in Portugal? by paperclap
Hi all,My partner and I are strongly considering moving to Portugal in the near or distant future. Perhaps inland, as it's cheaper and more rural.Portugal has a reputation of "300 sunshine days per year". Is this true? Is this countrywide? Or is ...
@RodridehaI would suggest picking a city and enter it into www.climate-data.org and read about what the place is like.I entered locations like Porto, Lisbon, and Faro among others. This site will give you the basic data to help you to decide where ... Read More
Travelling from uk to portugal - only allowed 2 entries by Emily523t
I am in a tricky situation in that I am only allowed 2 visits into Portugal whilst awaiting for a SEF appointment- however will need more for family reasons.I live in the UK.Is there a way of getting into/ out of Portugal without them knowing for ...
So you want to break the law while you're waiting to talk to the law about migrating to portugal?I would say that is probably ill-advised... but I am only on my first cup of coffee this morning.You might want to rethink this. Read More
Where can I learn income tax?
Since NHR is being abolished in a secretive and pernicious way, where may I learn the basics of Português income tax?My retirement dream hangs by a thread. Read More
NIF and Bank Account by sunnynarang
Hi everyoneMe and My Husband are applying for D7, do we need to apply NIF and Bank account for both of us or any one of us is enough?Sunny
So I paid to get the NIF while residing in the USA. I opened a Português bank account in September while I was spending money equipping my furnished apartment.But now the Português government ripped the rug out from under my feet. No ... Read More
D7 SEF NHR process by Ricktark1
So it seems the Legislature and Prime Minister of Portugal pulled the rug from under my feet.I am retired in America. I pay zero taxes on my pension in my State of Residence.I was willing to pay 10% for the priviledge of living in Portugal.But now ...
@rspencerkeithI spent 3 weeks in Oct Nov 20225 weeks centered on june2023Then 3 weeks taking possession of my apartment in Aug sep 2023It is a good adventure. Enjoy. Read More
Is residence before 31st December 2023 sufficient for NHR? by GuestPoster25012
There are more details today about the end of the NHR regimehttps://www.lexology.com/library/detail.aspx?g=e68147c7-a787-44d5-9a06-7e0454bf011d They seem to be saying that a person who is resident or tax resident in Portugal at 31st December 2023 ...
Maybe so.I'm stuck halfway through. It depends how fast the legislature acts, I guess. Read More
D7 SEF NHR process
So it seems the Legislature and Prime Minister of Portugal pulled the rug from under my feet.I am retired in America. I pay zero taxes on my pension in my State of Residence.I was willing to pay 10% for the priviledge of living in Portugal.But now ... Read More
Is residence before 31st December 2023 sufficient for NHR? by GuestPoster25012
There are more details today about the end of the NHR regimehttps://www.lexology.com/library/detail.aspx?g=e68147c7-a787-44d5-9a06-7e0454bf011d They seem to be saying that a person who is resident or tax resident in Portugal at 31st December 2023 ...
I just became aware Portugal plans to take more of my retirement through abolishment of the NHR.I have a NIF and a bank account.I have a lease as of August 1st but I do not have a D-7 I do not have an SEF appointment.So will I be able to get in the ... Read More
Portugal's bid to attract foreign money backfires.... by SimCityAT
https://www.theguardian.com/world/2023/jul/29/portugals-bid-to-attract-foreign-money-backfires-as-rental-market-goes-crazyAn interesting story from the Guardian / Observer newspaper in the UK. By 7.30 on a summer night, Lisbon’s steep, ...
@SimCityAT Thank you for sourcing and posting this article. In my opinion, it is important to understand people could be displaced because of my migration. I do not desire to walk past a tent housing a family who used to live in the neighborhood ... Read More
Retirement and permanent residency by Guestposter155
We are looking to retire next year and after going through all of the necessary requirements it states on one website that in order to get permanent residency after the five years we will have to pass a language test.We are in our late sixties ...
Check into MGEN. it is mutual insurance. I think it is more like preferred provider coverage in the USA. Not as many options for you to choose but the cost is low. I was quoted €55.33/ month. I am 66 y.o. Read More
New members of the Portugal forum, introduce yourselves here - 2023 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 your ...
I am uncertain if I have replied to this posy.I'm Rick Tarkowski. I'm an American moving to Portugal on a D-7 visa. I hope. I have a rental contract and 2 different sources of private medical insurance. Those two tasks seem to be the most difficult. ... Read More
New Banking account by Ricktark1
Miracles happen. I have to start paying rent in July.I need a bank in Ponta Delgada São Miguel, Açores.I will deposit euros into the account from the USAThen I will use the account for cash and paying bills.What are costs?Who has best ...
@marybrozik thank you. Yes the property is registered, I think.I'm looking for an attorney in Ponta Delgada to help me with contracts and Contacts. Read More
English speaking Attorney in Ponta Delgada
Not so much a tax question as a legal question.I would like an attorney to look at a lease agreement and to verify it's legitimacy. According to the contract it is registered with the proper authorities.That is my immediate need.I am in process to ... Read More
New Banking account by Ricktark1
Miracles happen. I have to start paying rent in July.I need a bank in Ponta Delgada São Miguel, Açores.I will deposit euros into the account from the USAThen I will use the account for cash and paying bills.What are costs?Who has best ...
@JohnnyPTThank you for your earnest and honest replies. They show your interest and involvement at expat.com. Yes I do have a NIF so it is legal for me to open a bank account and to sign a lease. The landlord has made a request for several ... Read More
New Banking account by Ricktark1
Miracles happen. I have to start paying rent in July.I need a bank in Ponta Delgada São Miguel, Açores.I will deposit euros into the account from the USAThen I will use the account for cash and paying bills.What are costs?Who has best ...
@JohnnyPT Thank you for your earnest and honest replies. They show your interest and involvement at expat.com yes I do have an nif so it is legal for me to open a bank account and to sign a lease. I do not have the lease signed yet do you think it's ... Read More
New Banking account
Miracles happen. I have to start paying rent in July.I need a bank in Ponta Delgada São Miguel, Açores.I will deposit euros into the account from the USAThen I will use the account for cash and paying bills.What are costs?Who has best ... Read More
Airport departures by Ricktark1
I will be on a Ryan Air Flight departure at 0620 on a Sunday morning in Faro.It is a domestic flight.How early should I arrive at Faro Airport?
Ryan Air priority check in and 2 cabin bags. I try to keep it simple Read More
Airport departures by Ricktark1
I will be on a Ryan Air Flight departure at 0620 on a Sunday morning in Faro.It is a domestic flight.How early should I arrive at Faro Airport?
@nz7521137 yes. I was thinking 0500 taxi pickup at my hotel near Faro Sé. That would put me at the departures entrance with 90 minutes for security and check in I think this would be appropriate.0420 seems harsh. Read More
Airport departures
I will be on a Ryan Air Flight departure at 0620 on a Sunday morning in Faro.It is a domestic flight.How early should I arrive at Faro Airport? Read More
Allianz vs Médis Health Insurance by lunabelle33
Hi everyone,I'm in the process of choosing a health insurance plan. I looked at Allianz, Médis and Victoria. Also took at look at Cigna, which offers the most comprehensive coverage but is too pricey. I think we'll end up choosing either ...
Fortuitous post.Have you investigated insurance through MGEN Insurance?I contacted MGEN Insurance this afternoon. But it is 21:00 hours in Lisbon, right now. I'm near Chicago Illinois USA. from what information I have been able to glean from a 1/4 ... Read More
Can I keep my US Driver's License by cynthiaelsener
Can I keep my US Driver's License if we're only going to be in Portugal for 2 years?Also, can we own a car in Portugal while using US Driver's Licenses? How does insurance work?Thanks!!!
@JohnnyPT thank you for your help! I will try to open and read all about it, tonight.Muito obrigado. Read More
Can I keep my US Driver's License by cynthiaelsener
Can I keep my US Driver's License if we're only going to be in Portugal for 2 years?Also, can we own a car in Portugal while using US Driver's Licenses? How does insurance work?Thanks!!!
I'm not sorry I did not die young...but I'm over 60 so psych testphysical plus driving school? Then written test and practical test?Can I have the written and practical tests in English? Read More
Can I keep my US Driver's License by cynthiaelsener
Can I keep my US Driver's License if we're only going to be in Portugal for 2 years?Also, can we own a car in Portugal while using US Driver's Licenses? How does insurance work?Thanks!!!
@JohnnyPT English translation of the website in the link is "Under construction" Read More
Public Healthcare with private indurance by Ricktark1
I have a several questions related to residency and Healthcare...1)Once I have a resident visa and a successful SEF appointment, do I immediately walk out with a two year residency permit card? 2)Do I wait for mail to arrive?3)Once I have the card, ...
@Nia Queiroz thank you. I am still learning Read More
Just when did I establish residence? by donn25
I was getting started with the IMT request for driver's license exchange, and they want me to declare what day I established residence in Portugal.From my point of it, I kind of oozed in over a period of about six months. Took possession of a ...
@Debs19 I know I need a NIF but I don't know what is the SNS number?EDIT: I read the link to this article and it answered my question. The link is at ghe bottom of the page."The healthcare system in Portugal" Read More
Public Healthcare with private indurance
I have a several questions related to residency and Healthcare...1)Once I have a resident visa and a successful SEF appointment, do I immediately walk out with a two year residency permit card? 2)Do I wait for mail to arrive?3)Once I have the card, ... Read More