🇵🇹
Living in Portugal
Lisbon · EUROPE · Portuguese
Cost of living
$870
excl. rent
Rent 1BR
$1050
city center
Safety
9/10
GPI 2024
Internet
160 Mbps
avg speed
Western Europe's most affordable gem with stunning coastline, warm climate, and strong expat community.
✓Pros
- ✓ EU access
- ✓ English widely spoken
- ✓ Great weather
- ✓ Safe and stable
- ✓ NHR tax benefits
- ✓ High quality of life
✗Cons
- ✗ Rising rents in Lisbon/Porto
- ✗ Bureaucracy
- ✗ Lower salaries for locals
- ✗ Lisbon can feel touristy
Details
Climatemediterranean
EnglishHigh
CurrencyEUR (Euro)
Tax rate20%
Beach✓
Mountains✗
Visa Options
D7 Passive Income VisaDigital Nomad Visa (D8)Golden VisaNHR Tax Regime
Visa-free days by passport:
US: 90dGB: 90dDE: 90dFR: 90dPL: 90dCA: 90dAU: 90d
Is Portugal right for you?
Answer 8 questions to get a personalised ranking based on your budget and passport
Start Free Quiz