Portugal
Why Portugal?
Portugal may be one of the best values of any country in the world for what many U.S. expats seek — top-notch healthcare, safety, and infrastructure, beautiful mountains and beaches, and temperate year-round weather — all at a price that rivals countries with much less to offer. The country welcomes immigrants who want to work remotely or retire and makes it easy to establish residency, especially if you buy property. It's also easy to use your home base on the Iberian Peninsula to tour Europe and Northern Africa.
Food is a sumptuous affair, with local wines and seafood in starring roles. The Portuguese prefer left-wing politics, Catholicism, and fútbol, in some order. Around 30% of Portuguese people speak English, but you'll have a better time if you're able to learn the language. Those with mobility issues should consider other destinations, as cobblestones, steep hills, and narrow staircases abound here.

Your Guide to Portugal
Heather is a tech and travel writer who recently traded the familiar in Florida for the fascinating in Portugal. Her superpower? Organization with a human touch. Heather's arsenal of meticulously crafted spreadsheets cover budgets, timelines, and to-do lists for everything from container packing to pet relocation make moving abroad a breeze. Our go-to guru for detail-oriented international moves, your consultation with Heather will bring confidence about your move and insight into the community you'll develop in Portugal.
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Your Immigration Team in Portugal
In 2020, our partners at Viv Europe launched their Portugal relocation services. It was about being a beacon of hope for individuals and families embarking on the thrilling yet complex adventure of starting a new life in Portugal.
With innovation at the heart of everything they do, they've embraced technology to ensure that your expat journey of relocation is as smooth and enjoyable as possible for everyone involved. This combination of a personal touch with tech-savvy solutions has been the cornerstone of their success. Book your consultation with them today to find out how they can help you move abroad.
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The Golden Visa Path to Portugal
Jason is based in the Algarve in the South of Portugal, as the leading expert for Europe Residency & Citizenship programs. He has advised on over 250 successful golden visa applications since 2021 and remains one of the most respected professionals within the industry.
Schedule your consultation with Jason today to see how Portugal's golden visa program can provide a path abroad for your family.