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Thinking about moving to Portugal—or abroad for the first time?

Josh and Kalie of Expats Everywhere share their global path from Spain and South Korea to Saudi Arabia and Singapore and, finally, to Porto.

We dive into the D7 visa, real costs, schooling options, Portuguese language, and how to avoid common expat mistakes.

What we cover:

* Their journey across Europe, Asia, and to Portugal (why Porto won)

* D7 visa: who it’s for, how it works, and what they wish they knew

* Expat vs immigrant vs foreigner: what the terms mean to them

* Public vs private vs international schools in Portugal -Cost of living, taxes, healthcare, and “lifestyle creep”

* Mental/physical/financial check-ins for a healthy move -Building community (beyond just English-speaking circles)

Services mentioned:

-Expats Everywhere: YouTube and Podcast “Let’s Move to Portugal”

-Consults (30/60 min), E-courses: D7, D8, and Living in Portugal (healthcare, phones, utilities), Slate and Key: white-glove relocation services (visa + end-to-end move) --

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