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Portugal Forum
Talk with other digital nomads and expats in Portugal on our Portugal forum - meet people, get advice and help others.
Healthcare in Portugal
Healthcare & Health Insurance in Portugal
Digital Nomads in Portugal offer advice about healthcare, hospital visits, emergency rooms visits, finding a doctor and buying health insurance in Portugal.
Digital Nomads in Portugal offer advice about healthcare in Portugal.
Answers to some of the most commonly asked questions about healthcare and health insurance for expats, digital nomads and retirees in Portugal.
Mental Health Care in Portugal
Digital Nomads face a lot of stressors living abroad. It's important to know how mental healthcare services work in Portugal should you need them.
Do I need Health Insurance When Moving to Portugal?
Is health insurance a requirement when you are moving to Portugal? This article explores health insurance requirements for newcomers to Portugal.
Having a Baby in Portugal
Discover the ins and outs of having a baby in Portugal through this detailed article. It delves into crucial topics such as the differences between public and private healthcare, approaches to pain management, and the process of finding a suitable doctor. Plus, enjoy personal stories from digital nomads who have embraced parenthood in Portugal.
Health Insurance in Portugal
Making the move to Portugal? One critical choice you'll face is between local health insurance and digital nomad health insurance. Our article provides a comprehensive comparison of both, enriched with insights from digital nomads in Portugal on their personal insurance decisions.
Dengue Virus in Portugal
The Aedes mosquito, known for spreading the dengue virus, is found in Portugal. Being aware of dengue symptoms and taking steps to minimize mosquito bites are crucial for your health and safety in this area.
Enrolling in the Public Healthcare System in Portugal
A primer on how to enroll in the public healthcare system in Portugal.
Essential Guide to the Health System in Portugal
Familiarize yourself with the health system in Portugal. Understand its usage options and constraints for those who choose to move to and reside there, including digital nomads. digital nomads, and retirees.
6 Important Tips about Health Insurance for Expats in Portugal
Digital Nomads living in Portugal discuss health insurance options for digital nomads in Portugal, the health letter needed for a residency application, pre-existing conditions, the cost of health insurance in Portugal and more.
Portugal Health Care Climbs in EU Ratings
Digital Nomads in Portugal live in a country with a health system designed to provide universal coverage. Susan Stults Korthase offers information about how the system fared in a recent international survey about European health systems.
Living in Portugal
10 Tips for Living in Portugal
If you've recently arrived in Portugal, here are 10 tips for digital nomads living in Portugal.
Pros and Cons of Living in Portugal
If you're moving to Portugal, it's important to learn about both the Pros AND Cons of living in Portugal.
Living in Portugal Guide
Our Living in Portugal Guide is a primer on everything about living in Portugal: best places to live, cost of living, pros and cons, healthcare and insurance, obtaining a driver's license, how to bring your pet with you and more.
Digital Nomads in Portugal offer advice about Moving to Portugal.
Moving to Portugal: 7 Things to Know Before You Move to Portugal
Digital Nomads moving to Portugal are drawn by a variety of places to live, a rich history and so much more. Here are some tips on what it means to move there, and how to make it happen.
Visa & Residency
How to Get Your Portuguese NISS Number (Social Security)
A Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Portuguese NISS Number (Social Security Number) including how to apply online and in person, frequently asked questions, necessary documents and more.
Getting Your Portuguese NIF Number
Our Guide to Getting Your Portuguese NIF Number includes how to apply online and in person, frequently asked questions, necessary documents and more.
Portugal's D7 Visa
A Step-by-Step Guide to Portugal's D7 Visa: who is eligible to apply, how to apply, whether or not you need an immigration lawyer or consultant and more.
Expat Guide to Residency in Portugal
Establishing residency in Portugal can be challenging. Here are some helpful tips for digital nomads. retirees, and nomads.
Digital Nomad Visa for Portugal
Find essential information about the digital nomad visa for working in Portugal.
25 Countries Introduce Digital Nomad Visas
Many people are escaping their routines and temporarily moving overseas during the pandemic. These countries are welcoming them with open arms by making it easy for visitors to stay and work remotely for months or even a year. Croatia, Portugal, Czech Republic, Mexico and others have joined the growing trend.
How to Get Your First Residence Permit in Portugal
Wondering how to obtain your first residency permmit in Portugal? Susan Stults Korthase provides the information that you'll need to make it happen.
Renewing Your Portuguese Residence Permit
Digital Nomads in Portugal need to periodically renew their residence permit. Susan Stults Korthase offers up the information you'll need to get it done.
United States Citizens Moving to Portugal: Demystifying the Paper Trail
Thanks to Susan Stults Korthase for this helpful overview of current requirements to begin the process of obtaining a Residency Visa when moving from the US to Portugal. Note: Information Updated February 2021.
Albufeira
Digital Nomads' Guide to Albufeira
Digital nomads and expats talk about what it's like living in Albufeira.
Digital Nomads offer advice about Renting Properties in Albufeira.
Aveiro
Digital Nomads' Guide to Aveiro
Digital nomads and expats talk about what it's like living in Aveiro.
Digital Nomads offer advice about Renting Properties in Aveiro.
Braga
Digital Nomads offer advice about Renting Properties in Braga.
Carvoeiro
Digital Nomads' Guide to Carvoeiro
Digital nomads and expats talk about what it's like living in Carvoeiro.
Digital Nomads offer advice about Renting Properties in Carvoeiro.
Cascais
Digital Nomads' Guide to Cascais
Digital nomads and expats talk about what it's like living in Cascais.
Digital Nomads offer advice about Renting Properties in Cascais.
Coimbra
Digital Nomads' Guide to Coimbra
Digital nomads and expats talk about what it's like living in Coimbra.
Digital Nomads offer advice about Renting Properties in Coimbra.
Ericeira
Digital Nomads' Guide to Ericeira
Digital nomads and expats talk about what it's like living in Ericeira.
Digital Nomads offer advice about Renting Properties in Ericeira.
Estoril
Digital Nomads' Guide to Estoril
Digital nomads and expats talk about what it's like living in Estoril.
Digital Nomads offer advice about Renting Properties in Estoril.
Evora
Digital Nomads offer advice about Renting Properties in Evora.
Faro
Digital Nomads offer advice about Renting Properties in Faro.
Funchal
Digital Nomads' Guide to Funchal
Digital nomads and expats talk about what it's like living in Funchal.
Digital Nomads offer advice about Renting Properties in Funchal.
Guimaraes
Digital Nomads' Guide to Guimaraes
Digital nomads and expats talk about what it's like living in Guimaraes.
Digital Nomads offer advice about Renting Properties in Guimaraes.
Lagos
Digital Nomads offer advice about Renting Properties in Lagos.
Lisbon
Digital Nomads' Guide to Lisbon
Digital nomads and expats talk about what it's like living in Lisbon.
Digital Nomads offer advice about Renting Properties in Lisbon.
Marinha Grande
Digital Nomads' Guide to Marinha Grande
Digital nomads and expats talk about what it's like living in Marinha Grande.
Digital Nomads offer advice about Renting Properties in Marinha Grande.
Peniche
Digital Nomads' Guide to Peniche
Digital nomads and expats talk about what it's like living in Peniche.
Digital Nomads offer advice about Renting Properties in Peniche.
Ponta Delgada
Digital Nomads' Guide to Ponta Delgada
Digital nomads and expats talk about what it's like living in Ponta Delgada.
Digital Nomads offer advice about Renting Properties in Ponta Delgada.
Porches
Digital Nomads' Guide to Porches
Digital nomads and expats talk about what it's like living in Porches.
Digital Nomads offer advice about Renting Properties in Porches.
Portimao
Digital Nomads' Guide to Portimao
Digital nomads and expats talk about what it's like living in Portimao.
Digital Nomads offer advice about Renting Properties in Portimao.
Porto
Digital Nomads offer advice about Renting Properties in Porto.
Sagres
Digital Nomads' Guide to Sagres
Digital nomads and expats talk about what it's like living in Sagres.
Digital Nomads offer advice about Renting Properties in Sagres.
Sintra
Digital Nomads' Guide to Sintra
Digital nomads and expats talk about what it's like living in Sintra.
Digital Nomads offer advice about Renting Properties in Sintra.
Tavira
Digital Nomads' Guide to Tavira
Digital nomads and expats talk about what it's like living in Tavira.
Digital Nomads offer advice about Renting Properties in Tavira.
The Algarve
Digital Nomads' Guide to The Algarve
Digital nomads and expats talk about what it's like living in The Algarve.
Digital Nomads offer advice about Renting Properties in The Algarve.
Vila do Bispo
Digital Nomads' Guide to Vila do Bispo
Digital nomads and expats talk about what it's like living in Vila do Bispo.
Digital Nomads offer advice about Renting Properties in Vila do Bispo.
Vila Nova de Milfontes
Digital Nomads' Guide to Vila Nova de Milfontes
Digital nomads and expats talk about what it's like living in Vila Nova de Milfontes.
Digital Nomads offer advice about Renting Properties in Vila Nova de Milfontes.