MrFitz
New memberAmerican looking for information about Portugal
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Speaks I speak English as an American, my wife as well. But Ali speaks Spanish, some Portuguese, and some Italian.
Registration: 11 June 2022
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Visitor Visa Rules
Hi,I am a USA Citizen going to Europe on an extended slow travel trip. I will be in the Schengen area and outside (in Albania and Morocco).The issue is the 90 day out of 180 day rule that I don't understand.If I spend 30 days in Schengen and then 30 ... Read More
How do I transfer funds from US accounts to use in Portugal by Ron Paulsrud
We are looking at traveling and possibly moving to Portugal for retirement. I am not yet eligible for Social Security, so how can I transfer funds from my US Bank and/or Retirement funds to Portugal? This would be on a monthly or every couple of ...
@Ron PaulsrudHi,You would need to open a bank account in Portugal. In order to do so, many will tell you you have to Be in Portugal to do it, but NOT TRUE.You will have to get a NIF number in Portugal (like a US social Security Number). and then ... Read More
Advice on Best banks in Portugal by kiransidhar
Any suggestions on the best bank that might be right for an expat? My son who bought the property in Madiera managed to open a bank account with Santander purely based on his NIF, UK address and financial /income statement. I as his father who was ...
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Updating the Portugal guide by Anne-Lise Mty
Dear members of the Portugal forum, I hope you’re doing well.Our editorial team is hard at work and we’re looking to update and review our Portugal guide before the end of the year. We would like to better cater to your needs and as ...
Great idea, However, apparently the immigration system in Portugal is going through many changes, and rules can change by the hour and unexpectedly.A guide is great, but what is really needed is a real time info page about each type of visa and the ... Read More
Opening a Bank Account by LorieAnneC
Hi Everyone, Just curious as to which bank is best to open an account in Portugal? Thanks! Lorie
Read here : [Link Moderated] for how to open an Online Bank account in Portugal from anywhere. Read More
Health Insurance for D7 Visa by UKMark
Hi, I'm looking around for the Health Insurance required for the D7 application. Does anyone have any recommendations or advice? A rough idea of the cost would be appreciated too. I am in early 50s and my wife in her late 40s would ideally like ...
@juliajonesjy Could you provide a link to Fidelidade?Thank you. Read More
New members of the Portugal forum, introduce yourselves here - 2022 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 ...
Hi Folks,3 of us, Myself, My Wife, and our Friend (female) are just starting the process of getting our D7 visas, as we are all retired. We will be renting in the Algarve during the off-season, so as to keep our living expenses low. We ... Read More