Getting a Disability Certificate (Atestado Multiusos) in Portugal
The 60 percent threshold, the medical board route, applying through your local health unit, and the tax and parking card benefits it unlocks.
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Portugal's IRS Deadline Falls on 30 June, With Late Declarations Drawing Fines From €25 and Refunds Due by August
Portugal's annual personal income-tax return is due by 30 June. Late filers face fines starting at €25, while Finanças must finish assessments by 31 July and pay refunds by 31 August. A primer on the deadline, penalties and refunds for residents and new arrivals.
Getting Home Insurance in Portugal
Compulsory fire cover, the life insurance your mortgage lender requires, what a policy actually pays, and how to make a claim.
Becoming a Tax Resident in Portugal
The 183 day rule, your tax domicile, the treaty tie-breakers, and the tax residency certificate.
Getting a European Health Insurance Card in Portugal
How social security issues it, the three year validity, and the reciprocal cover it gives you across the EU, EEA, and Switzerland.
Getting Divorced in Portugal
The registry office route for divorce by mutual consent, the contested path through the family court, dividing property, and cross-border cases.
Opening a Portuguese Bank Account as a Non-Resident
The tax number and proof of address you need, the banks that take non-residents, setting up a SEPA IBAN, and the automatic cross-border tax reporting.