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Banking services, regulations, and financial products in Portugal.

Portugal's Banks Deny Cartel at Parliamentary Hearing as Mortgage Holders Watch Closely

Portugal's Banks Deny Cartel at Parliamentary Hearing as Mortgage Holders Watch Closely

The chief executives of four banks operating in Portugal -- BCP, Santander, BBVA and Abanca -- appeared before Parliament on Wednesday to push back against allegations that they coordinated pricing behaviour in a way that harmed customers. The...

Banking in Portugal for Expats 2026: Local Banks, Revolut, Wise and What Actually Works

Banking in Portugal for Expats 2026: Local Banks, Revolut, Wise and What Actually Works

Opening a bank account in Portugal as an expat is straightforward if you know the process. Here is a practical guide to local banks, digital alternatives, and what the expat community actually uses in 2026.