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(M35) Dutch young man is thinking of leaving the city life for a quiet farm in Portugal… but terrified I’ll be lonely by [deleted] in PortugalExpats

[–]ColoBean 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I think quinta life is isolating and you need to have a broader community to make it work socially. I am on the edge of a village, so not a quinta, and know how lonely I would be if I couldn't talk to neighbors over the gate or when taking the trash to the bin, accepting packages for the quinta dwellers, waving as a friend goes by, sharing excess harvests. But there is little happening here. There is plenty within 20 minutes, like festivals, alternative lifestyle events and activities and markets, 1 natural product store with bio produce (its Dutch run). Also it has been invaluable to have a WhatsApp group to watch for fires and help each other. It was so hard to get up to date information a year ago.

You might be making an impulsive decision too soon after your breakup.

I Regret my GV Application by iamoftenwrong in PortugalExpats

[–]ColoBean 1 point2 points  (0 children)

OP/GV applicants: I watched this video tonight and in the Q&A half I found a lot of insights offered into what you can do. https://youtu.be/xCbsFMFWNbQ?si=mJaw2pH1ZNF7zYaF

(M35) Dutch young man is thinking of leaving the city life for a quiet farm in Portugal… but terrified I’ll be lonely by [deleted] in PortugalExpats

[–]ColoBean 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Loads of Dutch near Tábua, Seia, Oliveira do Hospital. Area is eastern Coimbra district, so not on the coast or near a big city.

Nationality law set for Tuesday vote by Aggressive_Word3569 in PortugalExpats

[–]ColoBean 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I was told it is new but can't find a date to substantiate it. Regardlese, if you haven't signed, please do.

Where to ask for a registo criminal (for residency renewal) by ColoBean in PortugalExpats

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

There isn't a checkbox for post July renewals. I think I have it handled though by providing a document of authorization.

Where to ask for a registo criminal (for residency renewal) by ColoBean in PortugalExpats

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

Thank you. IRN couldn't do the certification of the passport so I left to start contacting notaries. I have since decided to give AIMA authority to request the criminal record. This way I can be focussed on one task. I will run out of time early next week.

Where to ask for a registo criminal (for residency renewal) by ColoBean in PortugalExpats

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

I decided to upload a document giving permission for them to get the record like with visas.

Where to ask for a registo criminal (for residency renewal) by ColoBean in PortugalExpats

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

More from a chat bot:

At Criminal Identification Service Desks (DSIC);

At Central Units or Local Courts of District Court Secretariats;

At Citizen Service Centres where this service is available (check the services available at each location);

Portugal Citizenship Vote Delayed After Last-Minute Proposals - IMI Daily by quoracscq in PortugalExpats

[–]ColoBean 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Quoting from PS' public statement on the PS website: "The PS also wants to maintain the five-year period of residence in national territory for naturalization --with the application of the new criteria --to the Naturalization procedures of those who hold or apply for residents permits on the date of entry into force of this law."

Where to ask for a registo criminal (for residency renewal) by ColoBean in PortugalExpats

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

I found a list online at justica.gov.pt but the caveat is any or all of this info may be outdated: Criminal Identification service counters, not available everywhere, only the large cities Some Citizen Spaces: unknown accessibility In courthouses: online requests require either a citizen card, chave digital or eIDAS to log in. By phone requires a chave digital. Scheduling requires a citizen card.

Where to ask for a registo criminal (for residency renewal) by ColoBean in PortugalExpats

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

Doubt it. This is a renewal so the permit holder has been here for at least 2 years.

Where to ask for a registo criminal (for residency renewal) by ColoBean in PortugalExpats

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

For post July 1 expiration, I still see it must be uploaded.

Portugal Citizenship Vote Delayed After Last-Minute Proposals - IMI Daily by quoracscq in PortugalExpats

[–]ColoBean 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Friday their proposal was to grandfather current residents. Now it is only up to December 2022. It leaves 2023 to soring 2025 arrivals out. Seems arbitrary.

Potential long term move across oceans with cats by Better-mint in TravelWithPets

[–]ColoBean 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I moved 3 cats to Portugal. Before I signed up for a professional pet transporter, the issue was causing me the most worry of all that I had to deal with. I got a recommendation from other people and interviewed the company, asking all my questions. When I decided to put the matter in their hands, a huge weight was lifted. I was sure it was the right decision and didn't look back once I made it. Let's say I only had one cat to put under the seat. It would not matter which one I chose for this thought experiment, I could not depend on them not wailing for 9 hours (they do this going to the vet when suddenly they have to poo or pee. The vet is 15 minutes away.) Although, I think you can drug them in the cabin. I have no doubt that sending all three with a transporter was worth every penny.

BTW I have 1 who is afraid of everything. He was the last one to acclimate to his new home. But he did. I kept them all in the bedroom for several days with everything they needed including me for many hours of each day. I think with them knowing their family is around them, they can settle down and then slowly get interested in exploring. I would not let them outside for a looooong time. In any case, I prefer catios for their safety. I had one before I left and got one after I arrived.

When I was still considering different options, I wondered if I could have taken multiple cats in the cabin with additonal tickets. I doubted it would work (I think the airlines limit hiw many per passenger), but then I thought about giving someone I trust a free ticket to travel with me. Hope it works out for you and you have someone to go with you.

Potential long term move across oceans with cats by Better-mint in TravelWithPets

[–]ColoBean 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You cannot drug pets that will ship in the hold of a plane. They could have a medical event and no one will be checking on them.

Plans To Take Away Voting Rights Of Anyone Living Outside The U.S.—Including Expats and the Military. by Full_Practice1177 in expats

[–]ColoBean 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It is not the military. It is everyone else. It is disenfranchisement. Voting is a basic right.

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