50% of Portuguese live below the poverty line
The first year of the pandemic affected all European countries, but had a more negative impact on Portugal and its people.
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Portugal introduces new measures before Christmas
The government of António Costa has just announced the early implementation of some measures originally planned for the first week of January and other measures have been announced
End of mandatory telework in Portugal
Telework is no longer compulsory as of today, but is still recommended in Portugal. Four municipalities with an incidence rate above the limits defined by the Government are required to maintain it.
Average wage in Portugal up 3.3%
In 2020, gross monthly earnings per worker rose by 2.9 % to 1,314 euros, according to data published Thursday by the National Statistics Institute ([INE]).
What changes in Portugal in 2021
The 2021 State Budget (OE2021) introduces 18 changes effective January 1, 2021, ranging from an increase in the minimum wage and a reduction in pensions to the creation of new social assistance programs… Read More "What changes in Portugal in 2021
Portuguese government to launch StayAway
It's official: the Portuguese government will soon be launching its StayAway Covid application, designed to enable citizens to find out if there are any infected people around them.
Consumption in Portugal falls by 14 %
Last year, household consumption in Portugal was 14 % below the EU average, according to Eurostat data. This performance shows an improvement on 2018.
Register your car in Portugal rules 2020
As an EU citizen who is establishing tax residency in Portugal, you must register your car in Portugal as long as you hold the registration certificate, are the owner of the vehicle, or are the user of the vehicle… Read More "Register your car in Portugal rules 2020
How will the reopening of Vivre au Portugal Consulting go?
We’ll finally be able to reopen our offices in Porto and Esmoriz and resume «normal» operations, even though during this long period of lockdown we managed—despite a few difficulties—to finalize and… Read More "How will the reopening of Vivre au Portugal Consulting go?
deconfinement phases begin on May 4
We spoke to you about it a few days ago in an article, the government has just communicated on the progress of the deconfinement which should if all goes well begin on May 4.
Without IBAN the Portuguese social security will not pay the aid linked to covid-19
Since the start of the quarantine, the government and Social Security have implemented various assistance measures for businesses and employees whose operations have come to a halt since the beginning of the… Read More "Without IBAN the Portuguese social security will not pay the aid linked to covid-19
THE GOVERNMENT SETS THE PRICE OF GAS IN PORTUGAL
Since the beginning of the containment, we have noticed that some people have taken advantage of this situation to increase their margins, even to the point of increasing the price of gas in Portugal.
OBTAIN A SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER IN PORTUGAL
The first thing you should do when you establish your primary residence—and thus your tax residence—in Portugal is to register with the Portuguese health care system. If you are employed… Read More "OBTAIN A SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER IN PORTUGAL
PORTUGAL IS THE 5th WORST HEATED COUNTRY IN EUROPE
The foreign press has an unfortunate tendency to always portray Portugal as a warm country, with 300 days of sunshine a year and a low cost of living, etc. Unfortunately, the reality is… Read More "PORTUGAL IS THE 5th WORST HEATED COUNTRY IN EUROPE
PORTUGAL VOTED BEST RETIREMENT DESTINATION IN THE WORLD IN 2020
Portugal was named by [International Living magazine] as the best destination for retirees to live in 2020, according to the Global Retirement Index, which annually ranks the countries that… Read More "PORTUGAL VOTED BEST RETIREMENT DESTINATION IN THE WORLD IN 2020
PORTUGAL WILL REIMBURSE IUC OF IMPORTED CARS
The year 2020 is off to a strong start for the Portuguese government; in fact, the tax authority has reluctantly decided to reform the method for calculating the IUC for vehicles imported by Portuguese citizens or by… Read More "PORTUGAL WILL REIMBURSE IUC OF IMPORTED CARS
PORTUGAL STILL ON TOP OF THE PODIUM
For several years now, the success of the tourism sector in Portugal has not wavered. This year again, Portugal continues its rise to the rank of the best destinations in the world.
SALARY INCREASES BY 6% IN 2020
Portugal's minimum wage will increase by almost 6 % in 2020, the socialist government announced on Wednesday. It will rise to 740 euros gross per month over 12 months from the current 700.
SCHOOL EDUCATION, PORTUGAL AS AN EXAMPLE
Not long ago, Portugal ranked 31st in the PISA international rankings (2012). This organization assesses the reading and… skills of 15-year-old students every three years. Read More "SCHOOL EDUCATION, PORTUGAL AS AN EXAMPLE
THE PORTUGUESE SCHOOL SYSTEM
There are two schools in Portugal that are under the jurisdiction of the French Ministry of National Education. The first is in Lisbon and the second in Porto. Both schools are very popular among French nationals and people of Portuguese descent for about… Read More "THE PORTUGUESE SCHOOL SYSTEM
STRIKE OF FUEL TRANSPORTERS IN PORTUGAL
On August 12, a strike of fuel transporters in Portugal began. The government of António Costa decided to put the country in energy crisis and these until August 21.
SALARIES IN PORTUGAL IN 2019
Among those who wish to move to Portugal are retirees, students, and working professionals. For these working professionals, one of the factors that will likely influence their decision to move will be whether or not… Read More "SALARIES IN PORTUGAL IN 2019
EXPATRIATION, ENSURING YOUR BACK
No matter the reasons for moving abroad—whether to gain professional experience or to fulfill a dream by changing one’s life—it’s still difficult to give up one’s home country’s social security system when the time comes to make the move… Read More "EXPATRIATION, ENSURING YOUR BACK
ALOJAMENTO LOCAL IN PORTUGAL HOW TO USE
Alojamento local in Portugal has more than quadrupled in the last three years, from about 13,000 registered establishments in 2014 to more than 55,000 accommodations currently reported throughout the country.
WHAT IS THE DURATION OF A LOAN FOR A PORTUGUESE IN 2019
Borrowing terms for Portuguese people vary from simple to double, depending on the region in which they invest.
AUTO-ENTREPRENEUR IN PORTUGAL, MISTAKES TO AVOID
Mistakes to avoid as an auto-entrepreneur in Portugal
REGISTER YOUR CAR IN PORTUGAL A LEGAL OBLIGATION
REGISTERING YOUR CAR IN PORTUGAL More and more of you are choosing to make Portugal your tax residence, in order to take advantage of the many benefits the country has to offer. As you know... Read More "REGISTER YOUR CAR IN PORTUGAL A LEGAL OBLIGATION
PORTUGAL AN ECOLOGICAL COUNTRY
Portugal is banking on ecological innovations, such as solar energy and floating wind turbines, to reduce its dependence on imported fossil fuels.
PORTUGAL BEST DESTINATION IN THE WORLD 2018
Tourists, retirees, investors, self-employed entrepreneurs, surfers and hikers. They're heading for Portugal.
THE JOB MARKET IN PORTUGAL
THE JOB MARKET IN PORTUGAL Portugal is a very popular destination for French expatriates. Proximity, living environment, economic development, tax advantages, etc. In addition, the economic situation of Portugal facilitates... Read More "THE JOB MARKET IN PORTUGAL
SIMPLEX + 2018
The government will launch, as part of Simplex + 2018, a new "citizen card" for immigrants
INTEGRATE WELL IN PORTUGAL
SOME TIPS FOR INTEGRATING INTO PORTUGAL You have spent a vacation in Portugal and have many beautiful memories. It is always a pleasure. To see that foreign tourists enjoyed visiting Portugal... Read More "INTEGRATE WELL IN PORTUGAL
Health and taxation, the grey areas of retirees
Health and taxes, the grey areas of retirees French retirees who move abroad represent almost 10% of the total retiree population. Most of them do not do so for tax reasons. In... Read More "Health and taxation, the grey areas of retirees
Made in Portugal is in fashion
After years of recession and austerity, Portugal has found its way back to growth while modernizing. Here is a survey of the recipes that make Portugal... Read More "Made in Portugal is in fashion