sfaznpinoy
American looking for information about Portugal
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Registration: 18 December 2023
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FBI Report by reynbod2003
Hi! I know that when you get the mailed FBI report, you don’t open but take it sealed. My question is: Does VSF in Washington open it or is it sent to Portugal and opened there. Just curious if I’m asked any questions about it. Thanks!
not really an answer to your question but I went ahead and ordered fbi report a few weeks ago just to see what my report looks like in advance. i know it's extra costs but, this way, if there's anything that showed up that needs to be explained, ... Read More
Online rental platforms - safe or a headache? by fullmoonpaula30
Hello! My husband and I live in the US and are moving to Portugal in July. We are looking for a 1-2 month furnished and ‘ready-to-go’ apartment lease in Lisbon before renting long term or buying. We have been looking at online short time ...
@fullmoonpaula30 I suspect you might need to find someone who can find places for you...like a relocation specialist, a realtor, etc. That's what we plan to do later this year as we have plans to move early next year. As much as we want to scout ... Read More
AIMA Appointment (personal experience) by bloggerblogger
Hey guys,So I successfully appeared for the appointment. It was AIMA that handled everything. Not SEF. Also I confirm that the appointment date and time was the same as expected even though it was originally scheduled by SEF in December 2023 on my ...
When you got your Atestado...did you have to find 2 people who live in the same parish to act as witnesses? Did they have to actually physically have to go to Junta with you to sign the form in front of a Junta officer? I think this is one of those ... Read More
University of California pension - is it taxed in Portugal? by sfaznpinoy
We are hoping to relocate to Portugal in 2025 after I retire in June 2024.Our only income will by my pension from the University of California system. It is an educational, university setting. The University is also considered an exempt state ...
@jackwall415 I called UC retirement office, and was told that UC pension is not state pension but it is a traditional pension. With that info, I'm going with the plan that it will be taxed at the progressive rate by Portugal. Read More
Old criminal history and D7 by Pudgy Pug
My spouse has some old misdemeanors etc on his record. Jail time served was 60 days or so for violating probation.  These issues were like 25 years ago. He has had no issues since then.Is there a statute of limitations on what ...
@Jim Garrison Hi, Jim....did you apply for your visa with the FBI showing the misdemeanor? Was it approved nonetheless? Thanks. Read More
Question about penal code by denverallover35
Does anyone know what prison sentence in Portugal can be imposed on two consenting adults if they are charged with exhibitionism (indecent exposure in the US)? This is related to my criminal record in the US. I was convicted of the indecent exposure ...
@denverallover35 hey...did you ever apply? did the indecent exposure appear in your FBI report at all? I have a similar thing (an old college gf and I were caught in a car) almost 30 years ago now. I haven't gotten my FBI report yet and I don't ... Read More
Health Insurance for retiree by larrymiller
My wife are residents in the US and are on Medicare and have a supplemental insurance plan. Question, any ideas of what the first year of insurance will be for persons already in their retirement years? We are seriously considering becoming expats ...
You can try to connect with Helena @ winsurance.  My husband (56) and I (59) hope to retire in Portugal next year and we've started our research. We are in Cailfornia. Health insurance is of utmost importance to us due to ... Read More
Cost of living in Portugal in 2024 by Cheryl
Hello everyone, As every year, we invite you to share your experience regarding the cost of living in Portugal, and if possible, in the specific region or city where you live. This will help members who are planning to relocate in ...
We hope to move next year in Lisbon. Hopefully, a 2-bedroom furnished place to start with. Our plan is to travel around Portugal for the first year to see where we might end up more permanently.Would love to hear from those who live in Lisbon area ... Read More
D7 Visa - Minimum Deposit Required for a Portuguese Bank by Easy-Going Lifestyle
Hello all,I have searched high & low and have yet to find an official amount that is supposed to be deposited in a Portuguese Bank for a D7 visa or if these extra funds are highly contingent for the approval process and could not find anything ...
I have not applied yet...planning to move early next year. But I've been doing major research already.From all the FB groups and youtube videos I have seen, I've read that you must have at least one year's worth of Portuguese minimum wage in the ... Read More
SEF INTERVIEW by maxwmitchell1997
My wife and I have received our D7 VISAs. I went on the SEF's website and found that I have an appointment scheduled however, my wife does not have one scheduled. My wife has no income. I have a pension. Even through a person doesn't have ...
@bill85lisa hi, question about your accommodation. if you were approved for the D7 in October...does this mean you got a rental lease starting BEFORE October? Were you staying in Portugal before October OR were you in your home country still ... Read More
RESIDENCY VISA FOR RETIREMENT PURPOSES (D7 form) by sfaznpinoy
So, I'm looking at the national visa form when I checked out https://visa.vfsglobal.com/usa/en/prt/apply-visa (after going through San Francisco consulate page). I'm looking at D7 visa (retirement pension).For accommodation, it says ...
@Nia QueirozThanks. Strange. I would think they would have the most update form online when people are applying for visas? Read More
RESIDENCY VISA FOR RETIREMENT PURPOSES (D7 form)
So, I'm looking at the national visa form when I checked out https://visa.vfsglobal.com/usa/en/prt/apply-visa (after going through San Francisco consulate page). I'm looking at D7 visa (retirement pension).For accommodation, it says ... 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 am still researching as I don't plan to relocate to Portugal until 2025 IF it's good for me tax-wise.The 12-month lease/purchase, I agree, puts a damper on a lot of people wishing to move there. Not only does it add costs but also gives you more ... Read More
University of California pension - is it taxed in Portugal? by sfaznpinoy
We are hoping to relocate to Portugal in 2025 after I retire in June 2024.Our only income will by my pension from the University of California system. It is an educational, university setting. The University is also considered an exempt state ...
Thanks, JohnNanya - it seems that if I am taxed at a higher rate of 48% (I'm assuming that I will have a pension of about $5000 a month), then moving to Portugal may not be the best move? Read More
University of California pension - is it taxed in Portugal?
We are hoping to relocate to Portugal in 2025 after I retire in June 2024.Our only income will by my pension from the University of California system. It is an educational, university setting. The University is also considered an exempt state ... Read More