ExpatsEverywhere Presents: Let's Move to Portugal

What if the way you think about your new country is shaping your entire experience of living abroad? In this episode, Josh talks with Kinga, a psychologist and mindfulness expert who has lived and worked in 58 countries, about the mental health challenges of moving abroad and adapting to a new culture. They explore why some expats struggle to feel at home, how our mindset can influence whether we feel accepted by locals, and why learning the language and stepping outside your comfort zone can make such a difference.
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In this episode, Kalie catches up with Virginia to talk about what it’s really like living in Braga, Portugal, after three years abroad. From the rising cost of housing and everyday expenses to schools, healthcare, and family life, Virginia shares how life in northern Portugal has changed and what expats should know before making the move. They also discuss Portugal’s citizenship changes and how they’ve affected Virginia’s family, the pros and cons of raising children in Braga, and the need for a backup plan because of the citizenship changes. 

The Portugal Brief: https://theportugalbrief.pt/ 
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In this episode, Josh and Kalie dive into the current Portugal immigration process, including VFS visa appointments, required documents, housing requirements, and how long it can take to move to Portugal. They also discuss the cost of living, D7 and D8 visas, taxes, scouting trips, and some of the best places to live in Portugal.

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Cassie shares her experience moving from the US to Porto, navigating Portugal’s immigration bureaucracy, and waiting nearly two years for residency. She also talks about the challenges her daughter faced with her residency application, hiring a lawyer, healthcare in Portugal, raising a family abroad, living in different Porto neighborhoods, and building a new life and business in the city.

Her company, Double-Edged Press (https://doubleedgedpress.com/). She and her husband started a publishing and author services company with the goal to publish Portuguese and expat authors. You can email her at [email protected] 

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In this episode of the ExpatsEverywhere Podcast, Liz shares her journey from the US to Porto, Portugal, on the D2 entrepreneur visa. She explains the challenges of starting a business in Portugal, finding housing, and navigating the visa process, while also sharing how she and her husband turned their love of food into a growing Nashville hot chicken business.

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Liz’s website: https://hearthharborfood.com/ 

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We created two step-by-step courses to help you DIY your D7 or Remote Worker visa for Portugal. Podcast listeners get $10 off any course with code: PODCAST

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Looking for the best small towns in Portugal to live in? In this episode, Josh and Kalie explore 10 charming Portuguese towns including Loulé, Tavira, Vila Real, Lagos, Nazaré, Ericeira, Tomar, Óbidos, Vizela, and Chaves, sharing what expat life is really like in each one. They cover cost of living, lifestyle, transportation, expat communities, amenities, and the biggest pros and cons of choosing a smaller town in Portugal. Plus, they discuss why going too small might not be the best choice for first-time expats. 

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We created two step-by-step courses to help you DIY your D7 or Remote Worker visa for Portugal. Podcast listeners get $10 off any course with code: PODCAST

👉 D7 Visa Course: https://expatseverywhere.thinkific.com

👉 Remote Worker Visa Course: https://expatseverywhere.thinkific.co...

Book a 1-On-1 Consultation Call with Kalie: https://calendly.com/expatseverywhere?_gl=1*1vajicv*_ga*OTM0MTg1MzUxLjE3NTQ1Nzk4NzI.*_ga_GZXW4GGNRG*czE3NTQ1Nzk4NzIkbzEkZzEkdDE3NTQ1Nzk4ODIkajUwJGwwJGgxMjA2ODk3ODY5*_ga_7BZ35CV7T2*czE3NTQ1Nzk4NzIkbzEkZzEkdDE3NTQ1Nzk4ODIkajUwJGwwJGg2NjQ2MzM4NDM.*_ga_NF204TQZQC*czE3NTQ1Nzk4NzIkbzEkZzEkdDE3NTQ1Nzk4ODIkajUwJGwwJGgw

This episode follows Vivian’s journey from a failed first attempt at moving abroad to building a fulfilling life in Portugal after years of living across Europe and Southeast Asia. 

✅ Move Abroad Services. Vivian’s personalized 1:1 help for people who need a plan (and possibly a partner) to get from a full house to an empty one before they move abroad: ftbhomeorganizing.com/move-abroad-services

✅ We Are Not Taking the Whole House With Us. Vivian’s free email series for people planning a move abroad who are staring at everything they own and wondering how on earth they’re supposed to decide what comes with them: ftbhomeorganizing.com/moveabroad

✅ The Expat Diaries. A weekly newsletter where Vivian writes about building a life somewhere you didn’t come from: theexpatdiaries.substack.com 

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We created two step-by-step courses to help you DIY your D7 or Remote Worker visa for Portugal. Podcast listeners get $10 off any course with code: PODCAST

👉 D7 Visa Course: https://expatseverywhere.thinkific.com

👉 Remote Worker Visa Course: https://expatseverywhere.thinkific.co...

Book a 1-On-1 Consultation Call with Kalie: https://calendly.com/expatseverywhere?_gl=1*1vajicv*_ga*OTM0MTg1MzUxLjE3NTQ1Nzk4NzI.*_ga_GZXW4GGNRG*czE3NTQ1Nzk4NzIkbzEkZzEkdDE3NTQ1Nzk4ODIkajUwJGwwJGgxMjA2ODk3ODY5*_ga_7BZ35CV7T2*czE3NTQ1Nzk4NzIkbzEkZzEkdDE3NTQ1Nzk4ODIkajUwJGwwJGg2NjQ2MzM4NDM.*_ga_NF204TQZQC*czE3NTQ1Nzk4NzIkbzEkZzEkdDE3NTQ1Nzk4ODIkajUwJGwwJGgw

In this episode, Josh and Kalie explore medium-sized cities in Portugal, focusing on their infrastructure, lifestyle, and suitability for expats and residents. Discover hidden gems beyond Lisbon and Porto, with insights into local culture, transportation, and real estate.

1. Porto metro area

Póvoa de Varzim, Maia, Santa Maria da Feira, Ermesinde, Vila do Conde, Santo Tirso, Gondomar (https://youtu.be/e_3ZGM1hRws?si=M334JbFAYLtobvs4), Senhora de Hora, Valongo

2. Lisbon metro area: Sintra (https://youtu.be/OxOpeJwcOxI?si=zhUzU5EsmFRsqeaE), Vila Franca de Xira, Odivelas, Loures

3. Esposende

4. Viana do Castelo (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Opy37Ltxpok&list=PL25TVkE0JZWmwIluhFxoDrAwWPKuiFBTC&index=5) 

5. Aveiro (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2kZU9zj_1Fo&list=PL25TVkE0JZWmwIluhFxoDrAwWPKuiFBTC&index=4) 

6. Setubal

7. Caldas da Rainha (https://youtu.be/DAe9Taf7h2s?si=r_yBgwDH1EUVlQud) 

8. Castelo Branco

9. Evora

10. Viseu

11. Matosinhos

12. Guimaraes

13. Leira

14. Faro

15. Portimão

16. Amora

17. Ponta Delgada

18. Seixal

19. Figueira da Foz

20. Olhao

21. Guarda

22. Albufeira

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We created two step-by-step courses to help you DIY your D7 or Remote Worker visa for Portugal. Podcast listeners get $10 off any course with code: PODCAST

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Book a 1-On-1 Consultation Call with Kalie: https://calendly.com/expatseverywhere?_gl=1*1vajicv*_ga*OTM0MTg1MzUxLjE3NTQ1Nzk4NzI.*_ga_GZXW4GGNRG*czE3NTQ1Nzk4NzIkbzEkZzEkdDE3NTQ1Nzk4ODIkajUwJGwwJGgxMjA2ODk3ODY5*_ga_7BZ35CV7T2*czE3NTQ1Nzk4NzIkbzEkZzEkdDE3NTQ1Nzk4ODIkajUwJGwwJGg2NjQ2MzM4NDM.*_ga_NF204TQZQC*czE3NTQ1Nzk4NzIkbzEkZzEkdDE3NTQ1Nzk4ODIkajUwJGwwJGgw

In this episode of the “Let’s Move to Portugal Podcast”, Brent shares what really happened after he moved to Portugal—from buying a home in a city he’d never visited to struggling with the language and navigating the realities of building a new life abroad. Along the way, he reveals some surprising lessons he wishes he’d known before making the move.

Brent's podcast channel: Destination Eat and Drink
https://open.spotify.com/show/3lSoO0nLmDHMTIGdyAgFWG 

Brent's website: destinationeatdrink.com 
Socials: @destinationeatdrink on facebook and instagram

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We created two step-by-step courses to help you DIY your D7 or Remote Worker visa for Portugal. Podcast listeners get $10 off any course with code: PODCAST

👉 D7 Visa Course: https://expatseverywhere.thinkific.com

👉 Remote Worker Visa Course: https://expatseverywhere.thinkific.co...

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Helen shares her inspiring journey of moving from Ukraine to Portugal with just one suitcase and €700, revealing how she navigated Portuguese bureaucracy, learned the language, built a successful creative business, and eventually became a Portuguese citizen in a remarkably short six months. This episode is packed with practical advice for anyone considering moving to Portugal, including insights on the cost of living in Lisbon, renting as a foreigner, integrating into Portuguese culture, and what life is really like for expats in Portugal. 

Helen’s website: diariesbyhelenv.com

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