Sep 18, 2024 · Wherever I look I read "cost of living in Portugal is considerably lower" - that's why I was puzzled to find a different picture. As you say, if I were retired, using the NHR tax break and living in a rural home I fixed myself, then probably yes - but I'd say that that would hardly qualify as a generic statement for the whole Portugal.

Apr 4, 2010 · The Portugal Expats forum is a community of people that have moved to Portugal from all over the World. This is the place for Expats to meet and discuss all aspects of the Portuguese way of life. Discuss anything from jobs, property …

Jun 2, 2013 · Can anyone shed any light on buying and living off grid in Portugal, I have seen that you need a licence if a ruin if post 1951, How would you go about building a cob house? would you need planning permission and what are the chances of gaining this, do most people buy land, build an electric source and hope for the best when living in a caravan?

Nov 27, 2010 · Hello, I would just like to say that I agree with Mr Bife on this. Portugal is a fabulous place to live and a great environment for bringing up children, but it would be extremely difficult to find a job and save anything from your salary - …

Aug 17, 2012 · the law states that if you have agricultural land you can build with permission a building with storage for farm machinery and 1 sleeping quarter in all no bigger than 30 square meters, so your yurt would be no problem you can also put into the ground a Eco fossa that needs to be registered at faro, you can always buy water from either the council or the fire dept they …

Feb 23, 2024 · You can come to Portugal on Tourist visa max 90 days and sort out some of the stuff i've listed - things like NIF, Bank account and longer term accommodation - THEN YOU LEAVE - From your location outside of Portugal you may then apply for D7 visa in your country of origin, on the application your must supply details of your accommodation in Portugal etc.

May 25, 2019 · I was born in Chicago and fled its winters. I too feared winter cold in Portugal, but only South Korea for two weeks was as cold as Chicago is for five months. I certainly miss the weather in Oman where I lived for 11 years! Winter cold in Portugal is usually about 5-10 degrees Celsius. Maybe higher. Rarely lower.

Jul 20, 2019 · As some of you might know, the cost of motorhomes in Portugal far exceeds the price in Spain. As a recent settler in Portugal, I am writing to ask about the legalities of buying a vehicle in Spain but living in Portugal. I am aware that you can drive a foreign registered vehicle in Portugal for 6 months.

Jan 17, 2021 · Faro is a good place. An ordinary town with good shopping center and hundreds of apartments on offer. Again the people are helpful and sensible down there. Definately have a go. The south of Portugal has warmer winters than the central or north and it is far sunnier. Central and north Portugal for winter? one may as well be back in Scotland or ...

May 18, 2011 · land in portugal Hi! I own some beautiful land in Portugal which i'm trying to sell. Portugal needs people to return to the countryside. I've just made my website with the several properties. All the land is located in the middle of Portugal in a privileged place near a quiet small village but 5km from the main town.