Portugal is a wonderful country in which to live, provided you enjoy a rather slower pace of life than you would have in London, Manchester, Birmingham, or any of the other big cities in the UK. Younger people, or those who want a career are probably going to find that it doesn’t have the opportunities that Britain provides, but it is ideals for people who have retired. The weather is great, and there are plenty of golf courses, and there is always lovely countryside in which to walk when you get away from the cities.
Compared with the UK, the cost of living is very low, and the price of housing is low too. There are actually some residency incentives available to foreigners moving into the country, and taxation is low as well, so there are many benefits. You can stay in Portugal for 3 months without registering, but if you are moving there you need to register at the local town hall within four months, when you will be given a residency certificate for up to five years. You need to show that you are employed, or self-employed, and can support yourself and your family. Once your five years has expired you can apply for permanent residency.
Of course, you will need to find a company that specialises in removals to Portugal or Algarve removals to Portugal which is the area to which many Britons flock. There are several such removal companies, but you should ensure that you choose one that has many years of experience moving people to the country so that your move goes without a hitch.
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