https://www.idealista.pt/en/news/legal-advice-portugal Latest news about "Legal" published in idealista/news en Mon, 08 Jun 2026 06:00:00 +0200 https://www.idealista.pt/en/news/legal-advice-in-portugal/2026/06/08/75694-housing-package-explained-by-lawyers-guide-to-the-new-tax-rules https://www.idealista.pt/en/news/legal-advice-in-portugal/2026/06/08/75694-housing-package-explained-by-lawyers-guide-to-the-new-tax-rules Mon, 08 Jun 2026 06:00:00 +0200 https://www.idealista.pt/en/news/legal-advice-in-portugal/2026/05/26/75361-the-new-nationality-law-in-portugal-what-changes 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.]]> https://www.idealista.pt/en/news/legal-advice-in-portugal/2026/05/26/75361-the-new-nationality-law-in-portugal-what-changes Tue, 26 May 2026 08:00:00 +0200 https://www.idealista.pt/en/news/legal-advice-in-portugal/2026/05/25/75504-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.]]> https://www.idealista.pt/en/news/legal-advice-in-portugal/2026/05/25/75504-how-portugal-s-new-nationality-law-could-affect-foreign-residents Mon, 25 May 2026 07:00:00 +0200 https://www.idealista.pt/en/news/legal-advice-portugal/2026/05/07/144-what-do-i-need-work-portugal https://www.idealista.pt/en/news/legal-advice-portugal/2026/05/07/144-what-do-i-need-work-portugal Thu, 07 May 2026 07:00:00 +0200 https://www.idealista.pt/en/news/legal-advice-in-portugal/2026/04/1/5110-energy-performance-certificate-in-portugal-explained An Energy Performance Certificate in Portugal remains a legal requirement if a property is to be sold or rented. Find out how the system works, who needs a certificate, and what it typically costs.]]> https://www.idealista.pt/en/news/legal-advice-in-portugal/2026/04/1/5110-energy-performance-certificate-in-portugal-explained Wed, 15 Apr 2026 08:00:00 +0200 https://www.idealista.pt/en/news/legal-advice-in-portugal/2026/04/08/74718-changes-to-inheritance-law-more-freedom-and-fewer-disputes-over-assets leaves properties empty and tied up for years. ]]> https://www.idealista.pt/en/news/legal-advice-in-portugal/2026/04/08/74718-changes-to-inheritance-law-more-freedom-and-fewer-disputes-over-assets Wed, 08 Apr 2026 08:00:00 +0200 https://www.idealista.pt/en/news/legal-advice-in-portugal/2026/03/31/74514-portugal-d8-digital-nomad-visa-2026-complete-guide-to-income-tax-residency-rules Portugal continues to rank among the best countries in Europe for remote workers. In 2026, the Portugal D8 Digital Nomad Visa remains one of the most attractive residency options for non‑EU citizens who want to live in Portugal while working remotely for foreign employers or clients.]]> https://www.idealista.pt/en/news/legal-advice-in-portugal/2026/03/31/74514-portugal-d8-digital-nomad-visa-2026-complete-guide-to-income-tax-residency-rules Tue, 31 Mar 2026 07:00:00 +0200 https://www.idealista.pt/en/news/legal-advice-in-portugal/2026/02/25/73908-portugal-s-new-president-vows-to-prioritise-housing-and-health António José Seguro has been elected President of Portugal after winning the second round of the 2026 presidential election with a record 66.8% of the vote. He will take office on 9 March, exactly 40 years after Mário Soares’s inauguration, and promises to focus on key issues such as housing, healthcare, and social stability.]]> https://www.idealista.pt/en/news/legal-advice-in-portugal/2026/02/25/73908-portugal-s-new-president-vows-to-prioritise-housing-and-health Wed, 25 Feb 2026 08:00:00 +0100 https://www.idealista.pt/en/news/legal-advice-in-portugal/2026/01/28/73518-what-is-seguranca-social-in-portugal-a-guide-to-portugal-s-social-security-system Segurança Social. But what exactly is it, and how does it affect you? This guide explains everything you need to know about Portugal’s social security system in 2026.]]> https://www.idealista.pt/en/news/legal-advice-in-portugal/2026/01/28/73518-what-is-seguranca-social-in-portugal-a-guide-to-portugal-s-social-security-system Wed, 28 Jan 2026 08:00:00 +0100 https://www.idealista.pt/en/news/legal-advice-portugal/2026/01/27/270-what-you-need-know-if-you-want-retire-portugal If you’re planning to retire to Portugal in 2026, you’re far from the only one eyeing up a sunnier life. Demand from UK, US and northern European retirees has nudged rents and property prices up in the most popular areas, and visa processing can feel slower than it used to. ]]> https://www.idealista.pt/en/news/legal-advice-portugal/2026/01/27/270-what-you-need-know-if-you-want-retire-portugal Tue, 27 Jan 2026 12:00:00 +0100 https://www.idealista.pt/en/news/legal-advice-in-portugal/2026/01/27/73478-how-to-get-a-nif-in-portugal-a-complete-guide-for-expats-and-foreigners NIF (Número de Identificação Fiscal), Portugal’s tax identification number. Whether you’re buying property, opening a bank account, or signing up for utilities, the NIF is essential. In this guide, we’ll explain what a NIF is, why it’s important, and how to obtain one as a foreigner in 2026.]]> https://www.idealista.pt/en/news/legal-advice-in-portugal/2026/01/27/73478-how-to-get-a-nif-in-portugal-a-complete-guide-for-expats-and-foreigners Tue, 27 Jan 2026 08:00:00 +0100 https://www.idealista.pt/en/news/legal-advice-in-portugal/2026/01/20/73255-divorce-in-portugal-who-keeps-a-house-built-on-one-spouse-s-land https://www.idealista.pt/en/news/legal-advice-in-portugal/2026/01/20/73255-divorce-in-portugal-who-keeps-a-house-built-on-one-spouse-s-land Tue, 20 Jan 2026 08:00:00 +0100 https://www.idealista.pt/en/news/legal-advice-in-portugal/2025/10/30/72358-new-portuguese-nationality-law-tightens-citizenship-requirements Nationality Law, marking one of the most significant overhauls of citizenship rules in recent decades. Passed late on Tuesday, 28 October 2025, after a heated parliamentary debate, the reform aims to make it more difficult for foreigners to obtain Portuguese nationality, aligning the country with some of the more restrictive European nations on naturalisation.]]> https://www.idealista.pt/en/news/legal-advice-in-portugal/2025/10/30/72358-new-portuguese-nationality-law-tightens-citizenship-requirements Thu, 30 Oct 2025 08:54:47 +0100 https://www.idealista.pt/en/news/legal-advice-in-portugal/2025/10/14/71996-portuguese-golden-visa-a-smart-plan-b-for-families Golden Visa holders can bring their extended family to Portugal, including adult children, parents, and other relatives, without the need to prove cohabitation in their home country.]]> https://www.idealista.pt/en/news/legal-advice-in-portugal/2025/10/14/71996-portuguese-golden-visa-a-smart-plan-b-for-families Tue, 14 Oct 2025 07:00:00 +0200 https://www.idealista.pt/en/news/legal-advice-in-portugal/2025/08/19/71152-wildfire-victims-in-portugal-to-receive-free-legal-support 500 volunteer lawyers will provide free legal assistance to citizens and businesses severely affected by the blazes.]]> https://www.idealista.pt/en/news/legal-advice-in-portugal/2025/08/19/71152-wildfire-victims-in-portugal-to-receive-free-legal-support Tue, 19 Aug 2025 14:00:00 +0200