Changes to Nationality Law hinder US investment decisions
Filipa Pinto Carvalho, co-founder of RedBridge Lisbon, admits in an interview with Lusa that changes to the Nationality Law have been a factor that has somewhat hampered investment decisions from the US. Created four years ago, RedBridge is a community of entrepreneurs, professionals and investors and is consolidating itself as a platform between Portugal and the US.
The new Nationality Law in Portugal: what changes
The recent revision of the Nationality Law, approved by Parliament in April and since enacted, introduced a broader and, in several respects, more demanding set of changes than those foreseen in earlier drafts, particularly the versions discussed in June and October.The final decree is more detailed
How Portugal’s new Nationality Law could affect foreign residents
Portugal has approved a major reform of its Nationality Law, creating a tougher and less predictable path to Portuguese citizenship for many foreign residents, families and descendants.Below is a clear breakdown of the main ways the new Nationality Law could affect people already in Portugal or plan
Residency in Portugal for non-EU citizens: visas, requirements and routes
Portugal has become one of Europe’s most attractive destinations for non-EU citizens seeking long-term residency.
Moving to Portugal checklist 2026: visas, residency and housing
Moving to Portugal has been popular for years now, and 2026 is no different.
What do I need to work in Portugal?
Sorting out the paperwork to work in Portugal isn’t glamorous, but it’s manageable if you understand the system.
Retire to Portugal in 2026: visas, costs, and top places
If you’re planning to retire to Portugal in 2026, you’re far from the only one eyeing up a sunnier life.
Portugal named world’s top retirement destination by Global Citizen Solutions
Portugal has been named the world’s best retirement destination for 2025 by Global Citizen Solutions’ Global Retirement Report.
Portuguese passport ranks 4th globally: visa-free travel & EU benefits
A passport is far more than a simple travel document; it is a measure of global mobility and the key that can unlock opportunities across the world.
Understanding the D7 Visa in Portugal: a guide for expats
Portugal is increasingly becoming a popular destination for expats seeking a new life in Europe. Among the various visa options available, the D7 Visa stands out as an attractive choice for retirees, remote workers, and individuals with passive income.
Goodbye SEF, hello AIMA: find out what changes in this guide
The extinction of the Immigration and Borders Service (SEF-Serviço de Estrangeiros e Fronteiras) has been the subject of much debate over the last two years, when the end of the service was approved in Parliament. And now it's official.
Portugal new immigration law 2022
The entry, stay, exit and removal of foreigners in Portugal has a new legal regime. The Parliament decree, promulgated by the President of the Republic on 4th August 2022, proceeds with the 10th amendment to Law No.
Portugal's new nationality law: children of immigrants can now legally become Portuguese citizens
Portugal's new nationality law has been passed by the President of the Republic. This means that the children of immigrants who have been living in the country for at least a year, even illegally, can become Portuguese at birth.
Residency in Portugal after Brexit
With Brexit finally here, one of the biggest questions being asked by British expats is about residency in other countries. If you’re a British citizen living in Portugal and are worried about possible Brexit consequences, then we’re here to put your mind at ease.
Driving in Portugal after Brexit
This is just one of the many questions on the lips of British expats in Portugal and throughout the EU now that Brexit is finally a reality.
There are more than 500,000 foreigners living in Portugal "for the first time in history"
Foreigners living in Portugal passed the 500,000 mark last year "for the first time in the history" of the country, according to information released by the Minister for Internal Administration, Eduardo Cabrita, in the Portuguese Parliament.
New Portuguese NIF tax numbers to start with 3
The new Portuguese Citizen Numbers (Números de Identificação Fiscal or NIF) will start with the number 3, the government has announced, with the change expected to take place in June or July 2019.
The ‘cartão de cidadão’ Portuguese citizen card is changing…
The Cartão de Cidadão Citizen Card in Portugal is about to change. The idea is to make it more similar to that of the other countries in the European Union.
Golden visa: this you why you should invest in Portugal
What has turned Portugal into a hotspot for investors over the past few years and what are the benefits?
Car insurance for ex-pats in Portugal
When you move to Portugal, it’ll really make you feel at home to have your car there. Whether you take your car from home or you buy one there, you’ll need to get insured, so how does car insurance work in Portugal?
What do you need to get insured on your vehicle in Portugal?
European Health Insurance Card in Portugal: what is the EHIC and how do you get one?
The European Health Insurance Card (EHIC) is a customised card which allows its holder to receive medical care during a temporary stay in a country in the European Union, the European Economic Area (Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway) and Switzerland.
What is the Health Card for?
Briefly, the European
Portugal is the best country in Europe (and the sixth in the world) for ex-pats
Portugal is the best European country (and the sixth best at the global level) for foreign nationals to live in, according to a ranking by InterNations, the largest community of expatriates in the world.
How to get Portuguese citizenship
Ever wanted to be Portuguese? Have you lived in the country for a while now and are thinking of making it permanent? Or maybe you’re a British citizen uncertain of your status in Portugal after Brexit?