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In this episode of Life Abroad in Portugal, Bob Tapper sits down with Charles Dexter Lim, who shares how he successfully relocated from California to Coimbra, Portugal — all without leaving the U.S. Charles walks us through his step-by-step D7 visa journey, from choosing Portugal as his new home to hiring a consulting company that handled everything: his NIF, housing search, bank account setup, passive income verification, and even the FBI background check.

Hear how working with a consultant saved him time, stress, and confusion — and why Coimbra ended up being the perfect fit for his new life abroad. Whether you’re just starting to explore Portugal or already deep into your visa process, this conversation offers real-world insight, practical tips, and inspiration from someone who made it happen the smart way.

Charles used Immigrant Invest:

• https://immigrantinvest.com

You can find Charles on Instagram @cdlim

• https://instagram.com/cdlim

And TikTok @lostinportugal:

• https://www.tiktok.com/@lostinportugal

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