Mydeliveries
British Virgin Islander expat in Portugal
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Registration: 29 November 2023
Quality of customer service in Portugal by Cheryl
Hello everyone, Customer service can say a lot about everyday life in Portugal, and for many expats, it’s something that could take time to get used to. In order to help expats and soon-to-be expats to adjust to local expectations, we ...
@TGCampogreat advice! Read More
Newbie headed for Setubal by sophie854131
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Are you kidding me Read More
Lisbon airport passport control by fcdeltufo
Hello,Has anyone under the new rules enter with one person with a EU and one person with a US passport? I would like to know if we can both enter in the EU lines as we are married.Thanks,Frank
Isn’t the number of complaints on this forum being lowered because people just give up writing about them? Read More
Sports academies Portugal by Mydeliveries
Hello friends. just wondering if anyone knows of any full-time sports academies in Portugal? Willing to relocate anywhere with two kids aged 6 and 13 wanting full-time sports. Ideally, I’m looking for a website with a list of academies ...
Hello, what I’m looking for is a sports academy, where my kids would spend their whole day doing athletics, gymnastics and football….and any other sports, all their academics is done online via switzerland my aim is for them to be ... Read More
Sports academies Portugal
Hello friends. just wondering if anyone knows of any full-time sports academies in Portugal? Willing to relocate anywhere with two kids aged 6 and 13 wanting full-time sports. Ideally, I’m looking for a website with a list of academies ... Read More
I think I was scam by Roseann28
I do not know if this is the forum for this and if it’s not please let me know.i have been trying to find an apartment as per the requirement for a D7 visa.i have tried contacting a couple real estate companies but never got a call back.i ...
@JohnnyPTwell, if they made a “mistake” in their requirement cant that be taken as a breach of contract ? the contracts were signed on the basis of the information initially given and then the money was sent why change the info at this ... Read More
building contractor by daniyke
Hi all,My name is Daniel.Please does anyone know any good and reliable contractor in Porto? I am starting a new building project in July and would require a reliable contractor to handle and deliver the the project on time. Your suggestions and ...
Hi my recommendation is to get quotes from architects not tradespeople. when you establish a contract with the architect they will be responsible for organising tradespeople to get the job done within the agreed specification, materials, time and ... Read More
Has anyone inherited a property in Portugal? by canadaportugalvisa22
I know this is for expats, but thought I would ask this here.I recently inherited a property. My accountant at home says that I need to report this property on my taxes and to get the "fair market value" so this can be used as the "stepped up cost" ...
@canadaportugalvisa22Can’t the market value can be obtained through asking for real estate agents to provide valuations. get a few valuations, select one. Read More
Job Seeker Visa waiting time by mariacmorenovarela
Does anyone in this forum applied for this type of Visa from the USA?I applied on June 7, they told me around 60 days, not sure If could take longer and not sure If I should contact the Consulate.Any input will be appreciated.
@TGCampothis certainly sounds like a way for some to bypass embassy visa quotas and long waiting times abroadthanks for sharing Read More
Moving to portugal by GuestPoster04024
I wonder in which city a budget of 2500 euro per month + full health insurance would be enough for a retired couple to live in Portugal a basic standard life.This piece of information could help as a starting point. Then, next step would be going in ...
Hi Johnny ive come across some people from south africa who told me that they made their application for visa after arriving in portugal just out of interest, how did they manage that? Maybe its to do with them opening and running a business ... Read More
Real Estate Prices (Expat) in Algarve and Madeira in Q3/Q4 2023? by GuestPoster2278
Hello everyone, Does anyone have some statistics or anecdotal data on how real estate prices for 400K+ properties in Algarve or Madeira have changed between Q3 and Q4 2023? Alternatively would love to see some data on the number of expats who moved ...
@Dmitri_Krenting vs buying what types of property? If you’re comparing renting a property of low demand vs buying one of low demand then you may be right. it all depends you could try giving your property requirement to a real estate agent in ... Read More
Weather in Portugal by tony359
Hi all,I live in the UK and I am considering moving to a warmer and sunnier country, hence I have been considering Portugal. Some friends suggested Coimbra, just North of Lisbon. I've been keeping an eye on a webcam I found online to see how the ...
A study highlighting weather trends in coimbra, year by year:https://www.meteoblue.com/en/climate-change/coimbra_portugal_2740637(England will be facing its own set of trends due to climate change, and might be warming more rapidly there hence why ... 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 ...
I just looked at singapore and it gave the optionsD1D4D6Other D visa If you’re using a phone you need to scroll down to see the option “other D visa” Read More
New potential government implications… by bartpeters909
Hi there,im a Belgian expat that is now residing in Portugal with the granted NHR status, does anyone know what the potential implications could be (if anything) for someone like me if an extreme right political party were to seize power, which ...
One should always have a backup plan for everything never rely too heavily on one thing Read More
Website that shows real estate SOLD prices by Andrew Rockwell
I'm looking for a website that records real estate SOLD prices: Please direct me if it exists.I am interested in researching recent sales in my area of Porto.
Selling land in Portugal. by Sensiblewit
Hello, I am a Portuguese-born Canadian who wants to sell a few plots of family-owned land in central Portugal. Has anyone had this experience? Or, know a company doing this with an international customer base? Or, is interested in such a purchase? I ...
An enquiry with the town hall will reveal what potential the land has, if any. The town hall has architects and the architects at the town hall advise for free Read More
Website that shows real estate SOLD prices by Andrew Rockwell
I'm looking for a website that records real estate SOLD prices: Please direct me if it exists.I am interested in researching recent sales in my area of Porto.
@Dmitri_KMay i ask, what have you noticed from the statistics that you’re regularly checking? Read More
Selling land in Portugal. by Sensiblewit
Hello, I am a Portuguese-born Canadian who wants to sell a few plots of family-owned land in central Portugal. Has anyone had this experience? Or, know a company doing this with an international customer base? Or, is interested in such a purchase? I ...
@SensiblewitMay I suggest that you thoroughly analyse the paperwork and contact the town hall to enquire about the construction capability of the land you can vastly increase the value by selling with a project for construction or subdivision of ... Read More
Website that shows real estate SOLD prices by Andrew Rockwell
I'm looking for a website that records real estate SOLD prices: Please direct me if it exists.I am interested in researching recent sales in my area of Porto.
@Dmitri_Kmy personal opinion on madeira is that with many developments much of the inflation on prices was due to developers offering locals excellent prices and terms. the prices are inflated and if theres a stall its now because the locals are ... Read More
Website that shows real estate SOLD prices by Andrew Rockwell
I'm looking for a website that records real estate SOLD prices: Please direct me if it exists.I am interested in researching recent sales in my area of Porto.
@Strontiumoff-topic, but im interested to know how such transactions are ”safely” managed in portugal where the buyer and seller document one price but actually transact on another. i was recently asked to do this by a portuguese seller ... Read More
Good faith deposit, apartment will not return my money by emailbackuplo
Hello, I am hoping someone can guide me through this situation: I found an apartment to rent, with the intention of purchasing it in a few months. There were clear conversations that I would be purchasing the property in a few months time...I was ...
My questions to the portuguese on this forum:Do you believe that the owners are entitled to keep the €3500 tax-free? Do you believe that the poor man who lost €3500 is not even entitled to a tax receipt or to have that expenditure recorded ... Read More
ETF stock market while living in Portugal by bloggerblogger
Hi guys,I need suggestions on a reliable ETF stock broker I can use to invest in a basket of securities or portfolio while I am living in Portugal. Preferably an international stock broker. I'm from Africa and I'm living in Portugal. Just looking ...
Maybe Exante, although I’m not a client of theirs Read More
Import duty on personal goods? by Vidanova
My wife and I both came to live in Portugal and took up residency in the 90's and imported our household and personal effects including a car. No import duties were charged on these items. (the car had the usual charges to get it matriculated ...
I bought a stock standard Seat Leon in Portugal soon after my arrival and I am happy with my decision. Bringing my 4x4 vehicles from the ME would have been a nightmare, despite owning them for years. -@TGCampoBefore buying, I rented a 4x4 ... Read More
Permission to sell on a market by mimikerby76
i want to move to Portugal next year.I am an EU citizen. i want to sell on the local market. do i need any permissions?Do i rent the market space. The people which sell on the market do they make enough to survive?Can i sell anything? is the market ...
@mimikerby76there is a lady who sells handmade bracelets outside a store in my area. She has been there at her stall for a few months now. i asked her how her business is doing and she said its going very well with most demand coming from tourists. ... Read More
Import duty on personal goods? by Vidanova
My wife and I both came to live in Portugal and took up residency in the 90's and imported our household and personal effects including a car. No import duties were charged on these items. (the car had the usual charges to get it matriculated ...
I bought my car in portugal. depending on the model you go for buying here can be at least 10k - 15k higher than importing your owni would recommend importing your own car which has no import taxes as long as youcan prove that you've owned it for ... Read More
Happy New year by Jean Denise
Happy new year everyone hope you all have a very prosperous & healthy new yearjean
@JohnnyPTyes Johnny, we can all contribute towards a better world because change always comes from within. praying for a better world 🙏 Read More
Happy New year by Jean Denise
Happy new year everyone hope you all have a very prosperous & healthy new yearjean
@Jean DeniseHappy New Year Jean Denise and everyone here. Wishing you all health, happiness and all-round success! May the coming year be the best one yet 🙏warm regards Read More
Uniao de Facto - EU citizen living together with a non-EU citizen by ApogeeDuet
Hi,I need to get a residence permit for my partner who is not a EU citizen.In Portugal it seems you have firstly register yourself as a couple at a Junta da Freguensia and have them issue you an official document that you live together (so called a ...
advice taken from the previous link i posted:How to prove a non-marital partnership:The non-marital partnerships can be proved through a statement issued by the parish council. To request this statement, the couple must submit:a statement by both ... Read More
Uniao de Facto - EU citizen living together with a non-EU citizen by ApogeeDuet
Hi,I need to get a residence permit for my partner who is not a EU citizen.In Portugal it seems you have firstly register yourself as a couple at a Junta da Freguensia and have them issue you an official document that you live together (so called a ...
The link i sent states that it can be proven to city council in this manner.so why isn’t the proof of one government body enough for another? especially in relation to establishing a proof of relationship out of portugal where no portuguese ... Read More
Uniao de Facto - EU citizen living together with a non-EU citizen by ApogeeDuet
Hi,I need to get a residence permit for my partner who is not a EU citizen.In Portugal it seems you have firstly register yourself as a couple at a Junta da Freguensia and have them issue you an official document that you live together (so called a ...
@slugsurmamateswhat i meant is that if its proven to the city council in this manner then isnt that enough for sef? doesn’t make sense to ask for portuguesewitnesses for a relationship existing out of portugal ... Read More
Uniao de Facto - EU citizen living together with a non-EU citizen by ApogeeDuet
Hi,I need to get a residence permit for my partner who is not a EU citizen.In Portugal it seems you have firstly register yourself as a couple at a Junta da Freguensia and have them issue you an official document that you live together (so called a ...
HelloGoing by your conversation, im presuming it’s not enough for the city council to have a statement by both persons, under oath, indicating that they have been living in a non-marital partnership for more than two years? umm…it just ... Read More
Drivers license exchange timeline by sponger
For those who succesfully exchanged their foreign drivers licenses for a Portguese licence, I'm curious how long it took for you to recieve your new PT license? And in which IMT office?i moved to Lisbon in January '22 and had my appointment at IMT ...
@SimCityATnew negotiations:The Portuguese government recently introduced new legislation regarding driving licences issued by OECD countries. This means that you will be able to continue using a UK driving licence as a resident in Portugal from 1 ... Read More
Drivers license exchange timeline by sponger
For those who succesfully exchanged their foreign drivers licenses for a Portguese licence, I'm curious how long it took for you to recieve your new PT license? And in which IMT office?i moved to Lisbon in January '22 and had my appointment at IMT ...
Hiisn’t this stating that we can continue using our licences in ... 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
I decided to buy everything new out here rather than send everything over. i knew all my stuff back home could be given to family and friends and they appreciated it! i bought cheaper alternatives out here and only whats absolutely necessary. Reason ... Read More
1 Year Purchase or Lease by vincefandel
I'm trying to understand the logic in requiring an expat to obtain a one year purchase or lease that they cannot live in for one year. Not only does this seem to have no real logic in this requirement it also makes the party pursuing living in ...
I’ve been in a situation before where I was applying for residency but wasn’t exactly sure when I’d move (depending on when our properties sold, as I didn’t want to go back and forth multiple times). In that situation I ... Read More
1 Year Purchase or Lease by vincefandel
I'm trying to understand the logic in requiring an expat to obtain a one year purchase or lease that they cannot live in for one year. Not only does this seem to have no real logic in this requirement it also makes the party pursuing living in ...
@StrontiumPersonally, I like to hear about other's concerns. It increases my knowledge, helps me to make better decisions, and also in the case of the gentleman who may have received a scammy contract for the genuino sesmarias gardens investment - ... Read More
Anybody purchase a Genuino Sesmarias condo from ESCALA GLOBAL, S.A. by carlos-sousa
In 2022 I purchased a new condo (under construction) in the Genuino Sesmarias Garden development from a company called ESCALA GLOBAL, S.A. (a company out of Porto) in Portimão (Alvor) via their local sales agents.After signing the contract ...
@JohnnyPTthanks Johnny Read More
Anybody purchase a Genuino Sesmarias condo from ESCALA GLOBAL, S.A. by carlos-sousa
In 2022 I purchased a new condo (under construction) in the Genuino Sesmarias Garden development from a company called ESCALA GLOBAL, S.A. (a company out of Porto) in Portimão (Alvor) via their local sales agents.After signing the contract ...
So if a legal advisor is listed on Ordem dos Advogados i would presume that is sufficient to say that they are competent. Am i correct? Read More
Anybody purchase a Genuino Sesmarias condo from ESCALA GLOBAL, S.A. by carlos-sousa
In 2022 I purchased a new condo (under construction) in the Genuino Sesmarias Garden development from a company called ESCALA GLOBAL, S.A. (a company out of Porto) in Portimão (Alvor) via their local sales agents.After signing the contract ...
@StrontiumHi @Strontium I’ve been meaning to ask this question ever since coming to Portugal: Are lawyers required to have liability insurance? Can you hold them accountable for losses when proven that they did not advise correctly? Many thanks Read More
Anybody purchase a Genuino Sesmarias condo from ESCALA GLOBAL, S.A. by carlos-sousa
In 2022 I purchased a new condo (under construction) in the Genuino Sesmarias Garden development from a company called ESCALA GLOBAL, S.A. (a company out of Porto) in Portimão (Alvor) via their local sales agents.After signing the contract ...
the contract i have states Larseguro NIF as 516798863and the address as Rua das alfarrobeiras lote 11when my husband read the contract he made a comment that i thought was outrageous to say about such a nice portuguese person. And apart from telling ... Read More
Anybody purchase a Genuino Sesmarias condo from ESCALA GLOBAL, S.A. by carlos-sousa
In 2022 I purchased a new condo (under construction) in the Genuino Sesmarias Garden development from a company called ESCALA GLOBAL, S.A. (a company out of Porto) in Portimão (Alvor) via their local sales agents.After signing the contract ...
@Nia QueirozLarseguro was noted as the actual builder on paperwork given to me Read More
Anybody purchase a Genuino Sesmarias condo from ESCALA GLOBAL, S.A. by carlos-sousa
In 2022 I purchased a new condo (under construction) in the Genuino Sesmarias Garden development from a company called ESCALA GLOBAL, S.A. (a company out of Porto) in Portimão (Alvor) via their local sales agents.After signing the contract ...
Hi Carlos I have in the past visited that project (Genuino Sesmarias Gardens) with intention of buying there. There are a few comments that I refrain from making.Nevertheless, I am confused why the builder is named ESCALA GLOBAL for you. For me, ... Read More
Is it still possible to get NHR even if not able to move this year? by GuestPoster25012
We live in Ireland and we have not yet applied for any Portugal residence visaWe will also not be able to travel to Portugal before the end of this yearWe have more or less abandoned our plan to move to Portugal as getting the NHR was an important ...
Well if you or johnny feels that you have given valuable advice then you shouldnt prevent the writer from asking the same question again on the forum - in the hope that someone else helps them clearly the writer didn’t feel the answer matched ... Read More
Is it still possible to get NHR even if not able to move this year? by GuestPoster25012
We live in Ireland and we have not yet applied for any Portugal residence visaWe will also not be able to travel to Portugal before the end of this yearWe have more or less abandoned our plan to move to Portugal as getting the NHR was an important ...
johnny the facts given by you are not disputed but according to transitional framework according to the advice shes found, its possible to apply for NHR next year if she simply initiates the visa application by the end of the year despite ... Read More
Is it still possible to get NHR even if not able to move this year? by GuestPoster25012
We live in Ireland and we have not yet applied for any Portugal residence visaWe will also not be able to travel to Portugal before the end of this yearWe have more or less abandoned our plan to move to Portugal as getting the NHR was an important ...
@elanararmy previous message got wiped out crownportugal.eu might be able to help if youre still waiting for someone to validate your findings they are immigration lawyers, humble and helpful indian immigration lawyers based in lisbon who know the ... Read More
Permission to sell on a market by mimikerby76
i want to move to Portugal next year.I am an EU citizen. i want to sell on the local market. do i need any permissions?Do i rent the market space. The people which sell on the market do they make enough to survive?Can i sell anything? is the market ...
@JohnnyPThi he wouldnt be a user “selling his own stuff”he would be a third party seller Read More
Is it still possible to get NHR even if not able to move this year? by GuestPoster25012
We live in Ireland and we have not yet applied for any Portugal residence visaWe will also not be able to travel to Portugal before the end of this yearWe have more or less abandoned our plan to move to Portugal as getting the NHR was an important ...
If you need a nif overnight i can rexommend a brazillian lawyer he does it quickly and cheaply Read More
Permission to sell on a market by mimikerby76
i want to move to Portugal next year.I am an EU citizen. i want to sell on the local market. do i need any permissions?Do i rent the market space. The people which sell on the market do they make enough to survive?Can i sell anything? is the market ...
@mimikerby76this is an online marketplace where you can sell things https://www.worten.pt Read More
Is it still possible to get NHR even if not able to move this year? by GuestPoster25012
We live in Ireland and we have not yet applied for any Portugal residence visaWe will also not be able to travel to Portugal before the end of this yearWe have more or less abandoned our plan to move to Portugal as getting the NHR was an important ...
And just a warning authorities dont always go by procedure. after many years im still waiting for something to be processed. they simply dont seem to care so having a lawyer who is aware and witness from the outset (even informally and unpaid) ... Read More
Is it still possible to get NHR even if not able to move this year? by GuestPoster25012
We live in Ireland and we have not yet applied for any Portugal residence visaWe will also not be able to travel to Portugal before the end of this yearWe have more or less abandoned our plan to move to Portugal as getting the NHR was an important ...
@elaranari agree with slugsurmamates about not handing any money over. I’ve had much too much money taken from me by lawyers here with nothing in return.I only mentioned Newco because the same paragraph is on their website and i thought ... Read More
Is it still possible to get NHR even if not able to move this year? by GuestPoster25012
We live in Ireland and we have not yet applied for any Portugal residence visaWe will also not be able to travel to Portugal before the end of this yearWe have more or less abandoned our plan to move to Portugal as getting the NHR was an important ...
@elaranari couldn’t view your link, however i found exactly the same advice on NEWCO’s website since newco provide legal advice and have this same paragraph on their website you could call them casually and mention you've seen this on ... Read More
Permission to sell on a market by mimikerby76
i want to move to Portugal next year.I am an EU citizen. i want to sell on the local market. do i need any permissions?Do i rent the market space. The people which sell on the market do they make enough to survive?Can i sell anything? is the market ...
There’s a portuguese advisor here named JohnnyPT he’s very welcoming and helpful and always up for helping everyone so im sure he will see this post Read More
Is it still possible to get NHR even if not able to move this year? by GuestPoster25012
We live in Ireland and we have not yet applied for any Portugal residence visaWe will also not be able to travel to Portugal before the end of this yearWe have more or less abandoned our plan to move to Portugal as getting the NHR was an important ...
On 31 December 2023 you must meet the conditions to obtain the status as a NHR and hold a valid residence visa on that date. then you have until 31 March 2024 to apply for NHRthis is what KPMG say where did you read that starting the procedure ... Read More
Is it still possible to get NHR even if not able to move this year? by GuestPoster25012
We live in Ireland and we have not yet applied for any Portugal residence visaWe will also not be able to travel to Portugal before the end of this yearWe have more or less abandoned our plan to move to Portugal as getting the NHR was an important ...
KPMG advice : “However, the regime should remain applicable to taxpayers who:Are already registered in Portugal as NHR, and still within the 10-year period foreseen for the regime to be applicable; andOn 31 December 2023 meet the conditions to ... Read More
Is it still possible to get NHR even if not able to move this year? by GuestPoster25012
We live in Ireland and we have not yet applied for any Portugal residence visaWe will also not be able to travel to Portugal before the end of this yearWe have more or less abandoned our plan to move to Portugal as getting the NHR was an important ...
@elaranarhttps://kpmg.com/uk/en/home/insights/2023/10/tmd-the-end-of-an-era-portuguese-non-habitual-residents-regime-to-end.html#:~:text=The%20Portuguese%20Government%20has%20announced,as%20at%2031%20December%202023. Read More
Permission to sell on a market by mimikerby76
i want to move to Portugal next year.I am an EU citizen. i want to sell on the local market. do i need any permissions?Do i rent the market space. The people which sell on the market do they make enough to survive?Can i sell anything? is the market ...
Hi MimikerbyI have seen people from third world countries (bangladesh india …) opening up mobile repair booths. you need to pay for the space and stock. they seem to be surviving i have also seen some doing uber eats and on bicycles! depends ... Read More
Cost of house renovations by jamescherowbrier
Hi there, New to the forum so my apologies if this question has been answered elsewhere. Myself and my partner are looking to buy a property in Central Portugal. I spent many summers of my childhood in this incredible country and for me is a great ...
@jamescherowbrierHi James i just got a bit concerned when i read your email. Just fyi I got quoted 900 per sqm here in the algarve to build a brand new house from scratch. therefore i would expect the renovation cost to be much lower here, ... Read More