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Opening a Bank Account in Portugal as a Foreigner: Step-by-Step

Opening a Bank Account in Portugal as a Foreigner: Step-by-Step

Opening a bank account in Portugal is one of the first practical steps for anyone moving to the country, and it is a prerequisite for renting an apartment, signing utility contracts, and applying for a residence permit.

The Portugal Brief 19 Feb 2026

Portugal's Healthcare System: A Practical Guide for Expats

Portugal's Healthcare System: A Practical Guide for Expats

Portugal's healthcare system consistently ranks among the best in Europe for quality and accessibility, and it is one of the strongest reasons people choose to relocate here.

The Portugal Brief 19 Feb 2026

Seguro Proclaimed President: What Comes Next for Portugal's New Head of State

Seguro Proclaimed President: What Comes Next for Portugal's New Head of State

The Constitutional Court on Monday formally proclaimed António José Seguro as the winner of Portugal's 2026 presidential election, clearing the final legal hurdle before his inauguration on 9 March.

The Portugal Brief 19 Feb 2026

Portugal's Stock Market Eyes 10,000 Points as Golden Visa Money Flows Into Equities

Portugal's Stock Market Eyes 10,000 Points as Golden Visa Money Flows Into Equities

Lisbon's PSI index closed at 9,143 points on Wednesday, marking another five-year high and extending a rally that has seen the benchmark climb more than 10 percent since January.

The Portugal Brief 19 Feb 2026

After the Storms: Portugal Counts the Cost and Confronts Its Planning Failures

After the Storms: Portugal Counts the Cost and Confronts Its Planning Failures

The government announced €3.5 million in extraordinary support for Portugal's fishing sector this week, the latest in a string of emergency measures following weeks of devastating storms that have killed 16 people, displaced thousands, and laid bare the country's vulnerability to extreme weather.

The Portugal Brief 19 Feb 2026

Constitutional Court Strikes Down Key Nationality Law Provisions: What It Means for Residency in Portugal

Constitutional Court Strikes Down Key Nationality Law Provisions: What It Means for Residency in Portugal

Portugal's Constitutional Court has declared four of seven proposed changes to the Nationality Law unconstitutional, dealing a significant blow to Parliament's attempt to tighten citizenship requirements for immigrants and Golden Visa holders.

The Portugal Brief 19 Feb 2026

Portugal Daily Briefing — Wednesday, February 18, 2026

Portugal Daily Briefing — Wednesday, February 18, 2026

New President Seguro Takes Office Amid National CrisisSocialist moderate Antonio Jose Seguro, who won a landslide victory in the presidential runoff on February 8 against far-right candidate Andre Ventura (Chega), is preparing to take office as Portugal's new head of state.

The Portugal Brief 18 Feb 2026

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