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Inheritance and Wills in Portugal for Foreigners: Brussels IV, the Legítima, Imposto do Selo, and How to Draft a Portuguese Testamento in 2026

Inheritance and Wills in Portugal for Foreigners: Brussels IV, the Legítima, Imposto do Selo, and How to Draft a Portuguese Testamento in 2026

Everything foreigners need to know about inheritance and wills in Portugal in 2026 — Brussels IV election of national law, the forced-heirship legítima, the 10% Imposto do Selo and family exemptions, capital gains after the TCAS ruling, and the testamento público.

Marrying in Portugal as a Foreigner: The Conservatória Process, Documents, Costs, and União de Facto Explained for 2026

Marrying in Portugal as a Foreigner: The Conservatória Process, Documents, Costs, and União de Facto Explained for 2026

Everything foreigners need to know about getting married in Portugal — civil vs Catholic marriage, the Conservatória do Registo Civil process, document and apostille rules, ceremony costs in 2026, property regimes, and how união de facto works as an alternative for couples who don't want to marry.

Internet, Mobile, and TV in Portugal: Providers, Plans, Prices, and How to Get Connected in 2026

Internet, Mobile, and TV in Portugal: Providers, Plans, Prices, and How to Get Connected in 2026

Portugal's telecom market is dominated by MEO, NOS, and Vodafone — all selling internet, TV, and phone as bundles from around EUR 30/month. Here is everything expats need to know about fibre, SIM cards, eSIM, and loyalty contracts.

Retiring in Portugal in 2026: D7 Visa, Pensions, Taxes, Healthcare, and the New UK-Portugal Tax Treaty Explained

A complete guide to retiring in Portugal in 2026 — the D7 visa, pension taxation, healthcare via the SNS, the new UK-Portugal tax treaty giving Portugal exclusive taxing rights on private pensions, cost of living by region, and a step-by-step checklist.

Working in Portugal: Employment Contracts, Labour Rights, Taxes, and Social Security Explained in 2026

Whether you have just accepted a job offer in Lisbon, are freelancing remotely from the Algarve, or are thinking about starting a business in Porto, understanding Portuguese employment law is essential. This guide covers the key rules on contracts,...

Buying Property in Portugal: Taxes, Legal Steps, and What Every Foreign Buyer Should Know in 2026

Portugal remains one of Europe's most popular property markets for foreign buyers — drawn by the climate, relatively affordable prices outside Lisbon and Porto, and a well-established legal framework that protects purchasers. But the process...