A sumary of relevant facts to be considered.
You’ve probably spent some time in Portugal, either on business or for leisure reasons. Portugal is one of the best places to live.
Why you should not move and start a new life in Portugal? You can establish your business and work or have your retirement in Portugal, in a fantastic place. It is a matter of choosing the right options to meet your expectations and desires.
Portugal has good things to offer. We describe just 10 reasons to help your decision to live in Portugal.
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Climate
Portugal has around 3000 hours of sunshine a year, an average of 5 hours in winter and 12 hour in summer.
It is one of the warmest Countries in Europe. In mainland, the average temperature goes from 12 degrees Celsius in the North and Interior Regions to 18 degrees in the South.
The People
The Portuguese are always smiling. They are friendly and like to help everyone. Do not be afraid to ask something to a Portuguese, they will be very pleased to help you.
In general, they speak English and sometimes French too. But mostly they always make an effort to communicate with foreigners.
Geographical
Portugal is on the hinge of three continents – Europe, Africa and America.
There are 3 international airports in Lisbon, Faro and Porto. Major cities also have national air links to these.
Madeira and Azores, in the middle of Atlantic can also be achieved by air.
All Country has a good network of roads. We can travel by car between Lisbon and Braganca in the northeast of Portugal, in about 6 hours. The same time to go by car, from Lisbon to Madrid.
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The Country
Portugal has its geographical borders already defined from almost nine centuries. Portuguese are very well linked together.
Portugal is a member of the European Union since 1986 and is part of the European Monetary System, using the European single currency, the Euro.
Best Quality of Life
Some cities like Lisbon and Porto, as well as some Regions like Algarve and Alentejo, has been referenced as “Best Destination”, from several Organizations.
It is also a peaceful and secure Country.
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Cost of Living
Most foreigners consider the cost of living to be low. A meal in a cheap restaurant may cost 7 euros, including VAT. In fact, some International Reports also confirm this.
Fiscal Rules
Portugal, has a special regime for non-habitual residents, aimed to attract foreign people to invest in business or to buy a house, with attractive income tax rates.
Food
Mediterranean food, which is healthy and tasty, served with Portuguese wines are perfect to your complete happiness.
Adraga Beach
Music
Traditional, very diverse music, depending on the Region, which includes “Fado”, an immaterial world heritage.
Health
Portugal has a good Health system, public and private.
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