kevhogan66
Irish expat in Portugal
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Irish
Registration: 25 May 2021
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taking household items from the UK by Tina29_
I live in the UK and want to take things to my second home in portugal. the last time i went (july i have to pay Customs in Spain) when i got off the boat) is there any easier way to get my items across to Portugal without paying โฌ1000 to ...
At the moment it is a bit of a free for all with bringing stuff into Southern Europe with Spanish and Portuguese Customs basically making it up as they go. There are a few articles about it online and peoples experiences here mirror these either ... Read More
taking household items from the UK by Tina29_
I live in the UK and want to take things to my second home in portugal. the last time i went (july i have to pay Customs in Spain) when i got off the boat) is there any easier way to get my items across to Portugal without paying โฌ1000 to ...
Have you looked at going from Ireland as most of the UK Supermarkets in Portugal are using that route? Read More
Hi all, Question about renting and NIF by knylps
Im driving down to stick a finger in the dirt and get a feel for Portugal to see if its for me to live there. As im from Denmark i think i can stay for 90 days without a visa (EU member) ? I want to rent a flat/townhouse for 2-3 months, and ...
No Niff required Read More
Long term rental Central Portugal by cbannon105
Hi, Myself and my husband are hopefully moving to Portugal in December, Does anyone have any advice when looking for a rental property which allows dogs? Thank you any help would be appreciated.
No worries, both are 20 mins from Beja in a town called Ferreria Kev Read More
Long term rental Central Portugal by cbannon105
Hi, Myself and my husband are hopefully moving to Portugal in December, Does anyone have any advice when looking for a rental property which allows dogs? Thank you any help would be appreciated.
Hi, I know of 2 mobile homes that would be perfect for dogs as they have of space. Maybe an option? Let me know. Kev Read More
Meeting people, making friends etc... by whgwhg001
Forgive me, I am a bit confused: Lately, I have been doing quite a lot of research on Portugal online and am keen on moving there later next year. I want to spend a week in Portugal this November to check out some areas in order to rent a furnished ...
Best of luck fella ๐ Read More
Meeting people, making friends etc... by whgwhg001
Forgive me, I am a bit confused: Lately, I have been doing quite a lot of research on Portugal online and am keen on moving there later next year. I want to spend a week in Portugal this November to check out some areas in order to rent a furnished ...
I live in south central Portugal in a town called Ferreria Do Alentejo and never had a problem. It?s an hour from Lisbon and 90mins to the Algarve with a small ex pat community and very friendly and helpful locals. Read More
Hello Everyone! I'm new to this Forum~ by Cheryl15
Hi Everyone! I am an American Nurse married to a EU National, originally from Germany. We are currently living in the US, but are working diligently towards retiring in Europe, preferably Portugal. It's difficult to guess when restrictions ...
Hi, you will not be able to get a local bank account without a NIFF number and to get that you need at least temporary residency for 5 years. Best way is to use an online bank like Revolut or equivalent. Hope that helps Kev Read More
Looking for Americans who moved to Portugal by Shanclan
Hi, I am planning to move to Portugal in 2022. I am hoping to connect with other Americans who have gone thru this process. I will be moving with my daughter who will be 18. I have so many concerns like: access to healthcare, finding an ...
I, too am planning to move to Portugal in June of 2022. What areas are better with red tape? Any advice anyone wants to send our way would be greatly appreciated. BethLike everywhere else, itโs easier dealing with who you know rather than ... Read More
Looking for Americans who moved to Portugal by Shanclan
Hi, I am planning to move to Portugal in 2022. I am hoping to connect with other Americans who have gone thru this process. I will be moving with my daughter who will be 18. I have so many concerns like: access to healthcare, finding an ...
It really depends on the area you move to. Some areas are good with red tape, others are really a bloody nightmare so choose wisely lol Read More
" Know a good Fixer?" by metroretro55
Hi Friends, I recently purchased a project property in Olhao, site unseen. I'm seeking someone who provides the services of errand-running, etc. My attorney is not interested in the more mundane tasks beyond the purchase. Does anyone know who ...
What area are you looking to hire? Read More
" Know a good Fixer?" by metroretro55
Hi Friends, I recently purchased a project property in Olhao, site unseen. I'm seeking someone who provides the services of errand-running, etc. My attorney is not interested in the more mundane tasks beyond the purchase. Does anyone know who ...
Hi, easy to sort it all out if you want to give me a call sometime. Have a few like yours on the go at present. Kev Read More
Buying a property in Portugal by UKMark
Hi, I will be looking to buy a property at some point in the next 12 months. I was told recently by someone that a lot of properties in Portugal at not Freehold and that you are effectively leasing/renting the land. I've done some research about ...
Hi, in central Portugal Freehold is a lot more common. Best of luck in your search. Read More