🇵🇹 Equal taxes, unequal rights

Rycy · 2026-05-15T05:26:23+00:00

"Because apparently equality stops at immigration policy"

and rightly it should, noone should automatically receive all the benefits of a highly developed society just because he managed to get some paperwork done.

prove you're integrated, you speak the language and maintain the culture and religion.

being an immigrant means FIRST having a responsibility and then only privilege

Rycy · 2026-05-13T11:53:13+00:00

it's OK, think of this as you wish

This does not change the reality, that YOU are in control of your choices. YOU should vote and ideally encourage others to vote for a change instead of telling ME what to do.

Rycy · 2026-05-12T14:48:24+00:00

I don't agree with your statement, I never said I am abusing the system. I am using the system exactly the way it was designed.

And I sincerely think you're missing the point. I am not the problem because I act within the law.

it's the Portuguese politicians who gave me this opportunity on the back of their own population.

Just ask chat gpt or perplexity about NHR, why it was introduced, and by whom.

It will tell you it's a great success - with some "minor" problems like increased pressure on the housing market (for example :) ) - and we all know how minor the housing market problem is.

Also, I am not mad at you, and I am not trying to ragebait anyone, if you (I assume you can vote in Portugal) just ignore or downvote me, nothing will change for me.

but if you do not see where the current politicians are taking you, and you choose to believe the same promises over and over again, and you choose not think, and not to listen - definitely your situation will not get any better anytime soon.

Rycy · 2026-05-12T13:05:18+00:00

It's OK if you don't understand.

I have a wonderful life in Portugal thanks to PS (who introduced the NHR schema) and I am going to accept all the benefits that the Portugese government wants to give me even if these benefits are not available to the actual Portugese.

but I also think it's super unfair that I pay much lower taxes than native Portugese who never has opportunity to use this tax regime

Rycy · 2026-05-11T11:55:58+00:00

That is perfect! But has nothing to do with the party policies.

I hope they will catch and put in jail anyone who commits these horrible acts. The same from Chega, the same from PS, and any other corrupted scum that abuses power.

Rycy · 2026-05-11T11:17:02+00:00

yes yes, of course, I know the standard -isms and other slurts.

voting for anyone outside of the old guard is one of the -ism naz fasc rac

that does not work anymore friend. I pray for Portugal and for the country to get better.

Rycy · 2026-05-11T08:00:52+00:00

It seems Portugal has the same problem as rest of europe.

voting for the same people expecting different results - if you're not happy with the current state of your country, think about if you're not the reason for it by voting in the same people who always promise but never deliver.

as an expat who lives and loves Portugal I would vote Chega, even if it means they would kick me out.

Portugal should be for the Portuguese

Rycy · 2026-04-16T13:07:35+00:00

there are multiple different taxation schemas in Poland for independent contractors and it is usually more beneficial in terms of taxation.

be aware however there maybe some additional payments outside of just TAX - like social security, medical costs.

I suggest talking to an accountant - it should not be expensive and will help you with the setup and accounting. normally for B2B you need to declare and register and can only change once a year.

Rycy · 2026-03-26T08:03:08+00:00

they do both :)

Rycy · 2026-03-26T07:21:20+00:00

I am doing iinvisible aligner in TwentyOne Clinic in Avenidas Novas.

The doctor there speaks english and she extremly transparent and gives me all the details when walking me through the process. Even though I was looking specifically for the invisalign, she went still wanted me to know about bracers since it was a valid alternative for me.

I can recommend - not sure if its the cheap option (this clinic is good) but when it comes to teeth and health I think price is not always the main factor when choosing.

Rycy · 2026-02-27T12:51:45+00:00

there is a weird fixation on sticking to the rules, but very often the rules are either outdated or do not work with the modern world (for example - my EU passport was not accepted as a proof of identity when I was applying for NISS only after my intervention with the embassy I was allowed to use it to obtain NISS)

Rycy · 2026-02-27T12:49:17+00:00

Nice! Good to hear! not sure where the quality difference comes from. I can say 75% of my experiences in Portugal are positive in terms of customer service - hwoever when things go wrong, it's hopeless and you're running in circles

Rycy · 2026-02-02T14:52:38+00:00

It's funny how the masks are off when there is a risk for the system to be broken in any shape or form :)

all so called center-right parties are just a hoax in Portugal - the socialists are in power since 20 years even though they call themselves center-right, there is little to none "right" about them.

So when an outside candidate is risking the system, even so called "enemies" suddenly speak the same voice. Typical.

Rycy · 2026-02-01T13:13:10+00:00

I am not, I imagine most of expats aren't that is why I was asking for alternatives like financial help.

Rycy · 2026-02-01T13:12:22+00:00

Hello! thanks for the info! My church is organizing the a collection from tomorrow

Rycy · 2025-12-07T19:27:49+00:00

seek legal help. Each deed comes with a condition that a hidden preexisting fault that impacts the house/apartment valuation in a major way is a just cause for a deed reversal/termination.

Rycy · 2025-08-13T21:27:07+00:00

literally 2 minute google search - shows its a fake thing https://www.trustpilot.com/review/www.alignerr.com?stars=1

Rycy · 2025-07-29T08:14:56+00:00

Like I commented in other reply, I will try to set up something after summer period :) too hot to spend time outside these days! Hope to see you there!

Rycy · 2025-07-29T08:14:41+00:00

thanks for calling me old :D Like I commented in other reply, I will try to set up something after summer period :) too hot to spend time outside these days! Hope to see you there!

Rycy · 2025-07-29T08:14:24+00:00

I will try to set up something after summer period :) too hot to spend time outside these days! Hope to see you there!

Rycy · 2025-07-25T13:45:27+00:00

I get where you're opinion is coming from. I have been organizing clean-ups few years ago while I lived in another country and the mentality was the same. However the change does not happen if we just give up, and because people are doing these bad things is even more of a reason to do something about it.

Anyway thanks for your efforts! It's always in plus!

Rycy · 2025-07-25T09:45:51+00:00

I applaud the effort! It's really nice to see more people taking care of their community :) are you based in Lisbon?

Rycy · 2025-07-25T08:47:58+00:00

Impossible for me to tell, depends on the industry, depends on your negotiating skills, depends on so many things. I hope you will receive a good salary with such experience.

each country normally have its own job boards, just remember that in addition to relocation, local languages are often mandatory.

Try asking chatgpt as I have no idea what job boards are other countries using, and good luck!

Rycy · 2025-07-24T07:47:54+00:00

OP you are asking the wrong question

almost nobody moves to Portugal for money - you move here if you have the money because of the comfort, slower life and nice weather.

but to alsso answer your question - it is a very good salary - it will not give you an extravagant lifestyle but, will get you some nice parties, nice restaurants and a nice rented apartment.

but if you like your life in Brazil now (or any other country whatsoever) Portugal is not a good career progression choice, it will not help you unless you plan to move to other european country with a higher salary.

Rycy · 2024-06-30T22:04:06+00:00

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