Would We Still Move to Portugal in 2026?

Email Kalie: info@expatseverywhere.com Josh and Kalie from ExpatsEverywhere reflect on their 6 years in Portugal and if they would still move to Portugal today. They talk about the changes they have seen over the years, their pros and cons list, and so many other important things you should be aware of before you move to Portugal. 🌏 ABOUT US Hi! We’re Josh and Kalie, expats since 2009. We’ve lived in Spain, South Korea, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, and now Portugal (we know, we broke the “S” streak 😅). Follow ExpatsEverywhere for expat interviews, city breakdowns, travel tips, and more to help you live your best life abroad! 🛂 VISAS FOR PORTUGAL DIY your move with our step-by-step courses for Portugal's D7 and Remote Worker visas. 📌 D7 Visa Course https://expatseverywhere.thinkific.com/collections 📌 Remote Worker Visa Course https://expatseverywhere.thinkific.com/collections 👌 USEFUL RESOURCES Take the hassle out of expat life with these trusted services. 💸 Transfer Cash Wise (formerly TransferWise): Get free transfer fees with this link. https://bit.ly/4hfN8Rh Spartan FX: Speak to a person for money transfers here. https://bit.ly/4gVdzfh 📺 Watch Your Shows Securely SurfShark VPN: Get 40% off your subscription here. https://bit.ly/4hhxDs4 🔒 Digital Security Aura: Free trial for identity theft protection here. https://aura.com/expatseverywhere 🛡️ Insurance Abroad SafetyWing: Get coverage for expat life here. https://bit.ly/3PEqV3L 👣 Learn a Language Portuguese with Carla: Learn Portuguese here. https://journey.portuguesewithcarla.com/offer-collab/?ref=7 Portuguese with Leo: Get perfect pronunciation here. https://bit.ly/4ahs4b0 💌 Forward Your Mail Use World Post to stay connected here. https://www.worldpost.io 💵 Taxes Taxes for Expats: $25 off tax services here. https://www.taxesforexpats.com/ref/239 📲 GET IN TOUCH Questions? Email us at info@expatseverywhere.com or explore our website. https://expatseverywhere.com Follow us Facebook: @expatseverywhere Instagram: @expatseverywhere X: @expert_expat Patreon: Support us https://www.patreon.com/c/expatseverywhere Follow Kalie's white-glove service: https://www.instagram.com/kalie_slateandkey #movetoportugal #expatsinportugal #expatlife Chapters 00:40 - What changed in the country 00:53 - NHR STARTED TO CHANGE 02:00 - APPLICATION PROCESS AND THE APPLICATION STRICTNESS 03:26 - CITIZENSHIP REQUIREMENT 04:57 - GOLDEN VISA 06:00 - CONS, THEN PROS 08:02 - STILL VERY INEFFICIENT ESPECIALLY FOR NON-CITIZENS 09:38 - BEHIND OTHER EUROPEAN COUNTRIES 10:15 - LESS, GOOD OPTIONS FOR PEOPLE THAT DON'T WANT TO BE IN BIG CITIES 10:58 - IMMIGRATION PROCESS HAS GOTTEN HARDER 11:13 - THE ATTENTION TO DETAILS ACROSS INDUSTRIES IS BAD 12:28 - THE ONLINE NOISE IS VERY HEAVY 12:50 - STILL SAFE 13:15 -THE CLIMATE IN GENERAL IS AS GOOD AS YOU CAN GET FOR WHAT WE WANT 14:38 - SUPER FAMILY ORIENTED 15:39 - GREAT FOOTBALL CULTURE 16:42 - PEOPLE 17:20 - STILL AFFORDABLE COMPARED TO OTHER TOP DESTINATIONS 17:26 - WHAT DID YOU GET COMPLETELY WRONG? 20:36 - WHAT WERE YOU WORRIED ABOUT THAT DIDN'T MATTER? 23:10 - WHAT DID YOU UNDERESTIMATE? 26:16 - WHAT YOU'D DO DIFFERENTLY