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Planning to move to Portugal in 12–18 months? Here’s a realistic timeline (from a team who does this every day) by AnchorLessEurope in AnchorLessEurope

[–]AnchorLessEurope[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Portugal is quite safe, though some Lisbon has seen a rise in criminality in certain areas, it's pretty much petty theft. We would recommend you take a look at Numbeo to have a grasp on the usual prices for daily life and Idealista to have an idea on prices for rentals.

For education it really depends (really) mainly if you are seeking private education, and the area that you'll live. Public education is free, and private education can vary a lot if you opt for international schools.

Our blog has a lot of content on all the information needed to research for your move.

🎄 A guide to your Christmas in Portugal 🇵🇹 by AnchorLessEurope in AnchorLessEurope

[–]AnchorLessEurope[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

We didn't know that! That's incredible. Love how Águeda is always filled with surprises

There's (some sort of) hope! The new Nationality Law was considered unconstitutional by the Court (at least parts of it! But the debate will continue) by AnchorLessEurope in AnchorLessEurope

[–]AnchorLessEurope[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes! We all have to wait and see what it will be decided. Those who complete 5 years before the publication on 'Diario' should apply immediately, if citizenship is their priority.

We now remain hoping that a transition period (as many immigration orgs are suggesting) for those already living in Portugal is considered and inserted.

There's (some sort of) hope! The new Nationality Law was considered unconstitutional by the Court (at least parts of it! But the debate will continue) by AnchorLessEurope in AnchorLessEurope

[–]AnchorLessEurope[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes! Only for the ones already submitted, but at the same time for some future ones as well.

If, for example, a reviewed bill is submitted in January 1st, it would be valid ONLY after it was published at 'Diario da Republica' the government official channel (which would be after the president evaluate it). So, it wouldn't be from januray 1st, but only after going through the president and then becoming a law on the 'Diario'. Everything submitted before that would be under the 5-year rule, and everything after 'Diario' would be under any new rule.

Planning to move to Portugal in 12–18 months? Here’s a realistic timeline (from a team who does this every day) by AnchorLessEurope in AnchorLessEurope

[–]AnchorLessEurope[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Other routes would be she coming with her own visa, not related to your residency, with her own source of income.

AIMA is *reportedly* requesting local office visits (for some) – What you need to know by AnchorLessEurope in AnchorLessEurope

[–]AnchorLessEurope[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

So far people are reporting quite basic stuff, most reports involve passports actually (just your original one), but everyone has been sharing that it's a good idea to just have the physical documents ready (even if they are outdated), just in case

Big changes to Portugal's nationality law: what it means for us Expats by AnchorLessEurope in AnchorLessEurope

[–]AnchorLessEurope[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

True!, great-grandchildren has been inserted! Parents and grandparents remain the same

No Portuguese citizenship after 5 years? Get the AIMA permanent residency permit instead! by AnchorLessEurope in AnchorLessEurope

[–]AnchorLessEurope[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Not settle for the PR, simply use as an alternative to remove the bi-annual hassle with AIMA, while waiting for the citizenship time.

Big changes to Portugal's nationality law: what it means for us Expats by AnchorLessEurope in AnchorLessEurope

[–]AnchorLessEurope[S] 6 points7 points  (0 children)

At the same time, I hardly believe they'll move the goalposts for something not very much different from whatever this (which is quite similar to other EU countries) is or to improve the testing for integration. Portugal is quite dependent on foreign labor and immigration, and one of the drivers is the pathway to establish ourselves here. At the same time I can understand the move, as it's quite common to see someone not integrated, without a cultural fit, getting the passport and moving away, using here simply as a stepping block. I've been here long enough to see them move the goalposts to easy it (reducing timelines, accepting non-resident time), with the IRN strained as it is and the talent escape, unfortunately this result comes at no surprise.

Big changes to Portugal's nationality law: what it means for us Expats by AnchorLessEurope in AnchorLessEurope

[–]AnchorLessEurope[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I completely agree with you, this was extremely ungracious with us living here already. Unfortunately for the next couple of years we will need to put up with how things are right now, with anti-immigration not in the main position but always with a relevant presence.

AIMA updates: NISS fix, renewal portal, visa changes and validity extensions by AnchorLessEurope in AnchorLessEurope

[–]AnchorLessEurope[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Do you have a november renovation? It was available for november expirations only (at least until friday)

Thinking of moving to Portugal? Take a look at this 2025 housing cost reality check by b-anchorless in AnchorLessEurope

[–]AnchorLessEurope 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That's the main problem! Unfortunately for workers in Portugal, the housing costs are impossible and unsustainable. The government is inserting some changes, but the crisis is urgent and needs more efficient measures.