Portugal

"Esta é a ditosa Pátria minha amada" ("Ésta es mi dichosa patria amada")

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Welcome to Portugal

Portugal: "Portugal, located on the Iberian Peninsula, is known for its stunning coastlines, rich history, and vibrant cities like Lisbon and Porto. Tourism, wine production, and technology are key economic drivers. Portugal’s warm climate and high quality of life make it a top destination for expats and retirees.",

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Portugal Essentials

Himno nacional

A Portuguesa

Día de la Independencia

1 de diciembre de 1640

Haiko

Canciones de fado del destino / El vino de Oporto envejece en las bodegas / Los acantilados del Algarve resplandecen

Interesting Tradition

Holds Festa de São João with people hitting each other with plastic hammers

Weirdest Local Superstition

No brindar con agua

Strangest Law Still on the Books

Es ilegal orinar en el océano

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Come for the history, stay for the future

Come for the charm, stay for the change: Portugal reimagines European living on sun-drenched Atlantic shores. Life flows between morning surfing and afternoon meetings in restored historic buildings, while evening light transforms ancient streets into outdoor living rooms. The D7 visa and digital nomad programs have made Portugal's exceptional quality of life increasingly accessible to global citizens.

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Vem

Discover where saudade isn't just longing, but the soul of a nation. Your story joins centuries of adventurous spirits.

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Bem-vindo a Portugal

El país del fado y los pasteles de nata, donde cada puesta de sol es un motivo para darse un capricho.

Portugal isn't just a country—it's a timeless poem written in stone and sea. Here, time moves to the melancholic sounds of fado, and even a simple coffee break becomes an exercise in appreciating life's small pleasures. This is a land where nostalgia and innovation create beautiful harmony.

From the azulejo-adorned streets of Porto to the sun-bleached cliffs of the Algarve, Portugal offers magic for every romantic soul. Whether you're drawn to the literary cafes of Lisbon, the wine valleys of the Douro, or the medieval villages of the Serra da Estrela, you'll find a country that preserves its soul while embracing the future.

Estadísticas

Savor the Flavor

Eat

bacalhau (salted cod dishes) - pastéis de nata (custard tarts)

Drink

vinho verde (young wine) - ginjinha (cherry liqueur)

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Com sede?

Beer

Annual consumption (liters per capita)

52

Wine

Annual consumption (liters per capita)

52

Coffee

Annual consumption (liters per capita)

5.05

Tea

Annual consumption (liters per capita)

0.38

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Cultural Tips and Etiquette

#1
Never toast with water - considered bad luck
#2
Fado appreciation shows cultural sophistication
#3
Coffee ordering has specific time-of-day rules
#4
Fish bones left on plate shows meal appreciation
#5
Regional wine knowledge demonstrates cultural integration

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Portugal Essentials

Representative Novel

Baltasar and Blimunda by José Saramago (Nobel Prize in Literature, historical novel set in Portugal)

National Animal

Iberian Wolf

National Pasttime

Fútbol

Recuerdo nacional

Productos de corcho

Plato nacional

Bacalhau

Festival Famosos

Fiesta de San Juan de Oporto

Danza famosa

Vira

Música famosa

Fado

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Did You Know?

Portugal alberga la librería más antigua del mundo.

La librería Bertrand, situada en Lisboa, se fundó en 1732 y desde entonces no ha dejado de funcionar.

Portugal es líder mundial en energías renovables.

Casi el 60% de la energía de Portugal procede de fuentes renovables, lo que lo convierte en uno de los países más ecológicos de Europa.

Portugal introdujo el concepto de "visado de oro".

Lanzado en 2012, el programa Golden Visa de Portugal ha atraído a miles de inversores internacionales, contribuyendo significativamente a la economía del país.

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Portugal’s Key Historical Events

1,139

Abril de 2014

Battle of Ourique, Afonso I declares himself King

1415

Julio de 2014

Conquest of Ceuta

1494

Febrero de 2015

Treaty of Tordesillas divides the world with Spain

1640

Marzo de 2015

Restoration of independence from Spain

1974

Octubre de 2016

Carnation Revolution ends dictatorship

MOBILITY

Access Portugal Residency Rights on the GlobalPassport™ Platform 

NO. OF Mobility Assets

6

MOBILITY

Citizenship Pathways and
Residency Requirements

Citizenship by Birth
Conditional
Citizenship by DESCENT
Citizenship by MARRIAGE
3 years
DUAL Citizenship
RESIDENCY BY Naturalization
5
PASSPORT VALIDITY
5 years

MOBILITY

Passport Power

Visa Free Countries

158

Performance Class

World-Class Access

Pasaporte Grado

A

Rango

22

Score

176.8

This visa grants access to:

• 46% of the world's population 

• 80% of UNESCO sites 

• 75% of global GDP 

• 60% of the world's land area 

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Acceso sin visado a:

MOBILITY

Number of American Emigrants to Portugal by Year 

Year
1990
1995
2000
2005
2010
2015
2020
Portugal
705
1,055
1,425
1,960
2,758
2,876
6,235

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Rankings

Portugal's Global Rankings 

Portugal shines with second most pleasant climate (#2) and very high safety (#7). Our analysis highlights its very good quality of life (#19) and very high English proficiency (#8).

Exceptional performance
Standard performance
Needs Improvement
Rankings are based on 2023-2024 Global Indices and Assessments from recognized international organizations. Updated quarterly to reflect the most recent available data
50
Coste de la vida
2024
Asequible
19
Quality of Life
2024
Very Good
7
Safety
2024
Very High
55
Happiness
2024
Alta
163
Tax Burden
2024
Substantial Load
8
English Proficiency
2023
Very High Proficiency
28
Rule of Law
2024
Strong
40
Healthcare System
2024
Well-Accessible
2
Pleasant Climate
2024
Very Pleasant

Healthcare

Healthcare Overview

Key Health Indicators

Edad media

46.2

years

Life Expectancy

82.0

years

Obesity Rate

23.80%

Tobacco Use

23.20%

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Health care Indicators

Health Expenditure

11.14%

of GDP

Hospital Beds

3.39

per 1000 people

Doctors

5.615

per 1000 people

Out-of-pocket

28.99%

of total expenditure

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Healthcare

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Universal Healthcare System

Portugal offers a universal healthcare system, providing free or low-cost healthcare services to residents, funded through taxes.

Private Healthcare Sector

Private healthcare is available in Portugal, offering faster access to non-urgent treatments and specialized care.

Healthcare for Expats

Expatriates in Portugal can access the public healthcare system, though many opt for private insurance to cover additional treatments.

High Life Expectancy

Portugal has one of the highest life expectancy rates in the world, thanks to its well-developed healthcare system and emphasis on preventive care.

Pharmaceutical Coverage

Pharmaceuticals are widely available and affordable in Portugal, with many essential medications covered by the public healthcare system.

Healthcare

United Healthcare Coverage Service Index (2000 - 2021)

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Coste de la vida

Portugal provides a moderate cost of living, lower than in many Western European countries. Lisbon and Porto are more expensive than other areas, with costs rising due to increased tourism and foreign investment. Housing in major cities has become more expensive but remains affordable compared to other Western European capitals. Food is reasonably priced, with local markets offering good value. Utilities are moderately priced. Public transportation is affordable and efficient in urban areas. Education costs are low, with public universities charging minimal fees for EU citizens.

Cost of Gasoline

$1.89

per liter

Cost of Meal

$11.14

(Inexpensive Restaurant)

Monthly Rent

$1,066.35

(1 bedroom, City Center)

Monthly Utilities

$128.55

(85m² Apartment)

Domestic Beer

$2.79

(0.5 liter draught)

Tipo del IVA

23%

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Fiscalidad

Fiscalidad

Antes de plantearse una mudanza a Portugal, es esencial conocer su sistema fiscal.+Portugal grava a los expatriados residentes por sus ingresos en todo el mundo, mientras que los no residentes sólo tributan por los ingresos de origen portugués. Los tipos del impuesto sobre la renta son progresivos y oscilan entre el 14,5% y el 48%. Es obligatorio cotizar a la Seguridad Social. Es necesario un Número de Identificación Fiscal (NIF) a efectos fiscales.+Portugal tiene un tratado de doble imposición con Estados Unidos para mitigar posibles problemas de doble imposición.

Tax Residency Requirement

183 days

Worldwide Income Taxation

Higher Rates for Foreign Assets

No

US Double Taxation Treaty

Ingresos personales

Progressive tax rate based on income levels

13.25%-48%

Personal Capital Gains

Flat rate on investment gains

28%

Herencia

Based on inherited amount and relationship

0%-10.8%

Ingresos de las empresas

Standard corporate tax rate applied to business profits

21%

Plusvalías de las empresas

Tax rate applied to capital gains from corporate investments

21%

Dividendos

Withholding tax rate applied to dividend distributions

25%

Interés

Withholding rate interest payment to non-residens

25%

Derechos de autor

Withholding tax rate for royalty payments

25%

Work Assignment

Foreign individuals are deemed residents if they spend more than 183 days, consecutive or not, in Portugal in any 12-month period starting or ending in the fiscal year concerned, or maintain a residence in Portugal with the intention to use it as their primary residence.

Overall Ranking

Global position in PWC’c Ease of Paying Taxes ranking

43

Ease of Paying Taxes Score

Overall score based on multiple factors

83.7

Total Tax and Cotribution Rate

TTCR percentage including all mandatory contributtions

39.8
%

Time to Comply

Annual hours required to comply with tax regulations

243
HOURS

Number of Payments

Total number of tax payments required annually

8

Post-filing Index

Score measuring the ease of processes after filing taxes

92.7
%

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Tax Burden Map

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CLIMATE

Climate Type

Mediterranean climate with some variation between regions. Warm to hot, dry summers, and mild to cool, wet winters. The Azores and Madeira archipelagos both have subtropical climates.

Average Temperature

15.85 °C

Humidity

71

%

Average Annual Precipitation

854

mm

Rainless Days per Year

290

Best Time to Travel

March-October

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