The Truth About Moving to Portugal: Pros, Cons, and Everything In-Between!

Опубликовано: 25 Июнь 2026
на канале: Live and Invest Overseas
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Portugal is having a moment in the sun in terms of its popularity among U.S. expats, and it’s understandable why so many are falling for this charming country. It’s safe, warm, and inexpensive, and it has beautiful beaches, friendly locals, and a rich history.

But for all that Portugal is easy to love, it also has drawbacks and eccentricities that can be confounding to any new arrival. It’s important to be aware of those quirks before you move here so that you can decide whether you’re comfortable with them.

Here’s a round-up of things expats wish they knew before moving to Portugal.

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Chapters:
00:00 Intro
0:32 The Pros of Living in Portugal
0:36 Portuguese people are welcoming
0:45 English is widely spoken
1:55 European-standard health care
2:11 Fantastic climate year-round
2:53 Excellent cuisine
3:56 Endless things to do
5:29 First-rate infrastructure
6:26 Portugal is incredibly safe
7:25 Low cost of living
10:03 The Cons of Living in Portugal
10:16 Distance from friends and family
11:32 Expensive international post
12:42 Learning Portuguese isn’t easy
13:39 No Mexican food
15:07 Electronic devices are expensive
16:09 Gasoline and diesel are expensive

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