Preparing your arrival in Portugal

Moving and settling in northern Portugal: Prepare for your new life

Portugal and its exceptional quality of life attract a large number of new residents from foreign countries. Prepare, you too, your move to Portugal.

The very affordable cost of living, a climate considered one of the best in Europe and an exceptional conviviality offer a quality living environment for people wishing to enjoy their retirement or come to rebuild their life in Portugal.

Discover Portugal's advantages

Do you plan to settle in Portugal ? Here is a list of the elements to be taken into account and the essential steps. We accompany you in the realization of your project so that you can settle in all serenity.

How to anticipate his departure to Portugal?

To make your move and installation as easy as possible, plan ahead and complete these steps before coming to Portugal.

The search for accommodation

In addition to looking for accommodation in Portugal, remember to find out about the real estate market in this country.

If you wish to become a declared resident in Portugal, it will be necessary to choose between a long-term rental or the purchase of real estate.

The weak development of the rental market in Portugal leads a large number of future arrivals to turn to a real estate investment.

Information: The accommodations are valued quickly. A real estate purchase in Portugal can easily become a profitable investment.

Are you looking for an apartment or a house to rent or buy? Authentic Portugal offers you many properties located in the most beautiful cities of northern Portugal.

Find your accomodation

Taxation and NHR status

Find out beforehand about the advantages of NHR (Non Habitual Resident) status in relation to the taxes you will have to pay once you settle in Portugal.

Go through the necessary steps such as obtaining a tax number or NHR status.

Learn more about taxes in Portugal

Your vehicle registration

If you own a vehicle and wish to use it in Portugal, it must be registered at the address of your new place of residence. A declaration will also have to be made at customs.

For driving licenses, there are equivalences between the different European countries. However, certain steps will have to be taken.

Also consider reviewing your succession plan or declaring that you want to keep the inheritance law of your country.

Arriving in Portugal: what are the formalities ?

• Apply for your residence permit
• Apply for a NIF (tax identification number) which will be necessary to present during many procedures.
• Get insurance...

Beyond the administrative procedures, other actions can help you feel good about your new life, such as learning Portuguese or meeting new people who will help you settle in and find your bearings.

Finally our last advice, enjoy your new life in Portugal and take full advantage of the quality of life offered by the authenticity and friendliness of this country.