Shipping your belongings to Portugal? This webinar shares essential moving to portugal advice to help you avoid costly mistakes. Learn packing tips and discover shipping tips for a smooth moving abroad experience. Don't make expensive fails during your expat life.
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Moving to Portugal? Avoid costly mistakes when shipping your belongings abroad!
Planning an international move can be overwhelming — from customs paperwork to baggage certificates, appliance compatibility, and finding a trusted international removalist. In this webinar replay, relocation expert Gisela La Cruz from Global International Relocation (GIR) shares insider tips to help you move stress-free and avoid the hidden pitfalls that catch many expats off guard.
Whether you’re relocating for retirement, work, or a fresh start, this session covers everything you need to know about packing, customs, timelines, costs, and trusted moving companies in Portugal.
📌 Chapters
00:00 Introduction
02:16 What is a baggage certificate, and when is it required for moving personal belongings to Portugal?
04:15 Can you apply for a certificate of baggage once you have your temporary visa or do I have to wait until after I've had my AIMA appointment and got my residency visa?
05:50 Moving to Portugal from within the EU/Schengen — what rules apply for bringing your belongings?
07:14 When can you actually get a baggage certificate in Portugal — do you need to be a resident with an NIF first?
08:35 Which electrical appliances from North America or the UK will work in Portugal, and which ones should I replace locally?
10:31 How far in advance should someone begin planning their international move to Portugal?
11:31 What are the top three factors to consider when choosing an international removalist company?
14:55 What do the relocation industry accreditations and abbreviations (like FIDI) actually mean?
15:50 What customs documentation is necessary?
17:47 How does your company's track record and insurance coverage compare to other international movers?
20:28 Are there any items that are completely prohibited or restricted when shipping personal belongings to Portugal?
22:20 What is the realistic cost range for shipping a typical household?
24:18 What is the usual door-to-door timeline for international moves to Portugal?
25:26 How do you ensure the safe transport of fragile or valuable items like artwork, electronics, or family heirlooms?
27:35 Pet relocation to Portugal: what does that process involve?
30:50 What happens if my shipment is delayed or inspected at Portuguese customs?
32:45 Bringing your vehicle to Portugal
35:28 What makes your company unique — and what makes you a trusted partner?
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