ExpatsEverywhere Presents: Let's Move to Portugal
Each week Youtube travelers Josh and Kalie will educate, inspire, and accompany you on your move to Portugal. They'll talk with those who have done it already, and pass on the best tips, resources, and adventure stories to get you prepped for your journey. Come on along and Let's Move to Portugal!
Episodes
In this episode, JT shares insights on the evolution of construction quality in Porto, the current real estate market trends, and practical tips for buying and renting properties in Portugal. Discover how historical building standards impact modern living and what to consider when investing in Porto real estate.
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In this episode, Josh talks with Diana, a real estate development and project management professional in Porto, about what to know before buying and renovating a property in Portugal. Diana explains why renovation projects get delayed, how to avoid unreliable contractors, manage budgets, and prevent costly mistakes when changing plans midway through construction. She also shares how professional project management can help expats o...
What if the way you think about your new country is shaping your entire experience of living abroad? In this episode, Josh talks with Kinga, a psychologist and mindfulness expert who has lived and worked in 58 countries, about the mental health challenges of moving abroad and adapting to a new culture. They explore why some expats struggle to feel at home, how our mindset can influence whether we feel accepted by locals, and why le...
In this episode, Kalie catches up with Virginia to talk about what it’s really like living in Braga, Portugal, after three years abroad. From the rising cost of housing and everyday expenses to schools, healthcare, and family life, Virginia shares how life in northern Portugal has changed and what expats should know before making the move. They also discuss Portugal’s citizenship changes and how they’ve affected V...
In this episode, Josh and Kalie dive into the current Portugal immigration process, including VFS visa appointments, required documents, housing requirements, and how long it can take to move to Portugal. They also discuss the cost of living, D7 and D8 visas, taxes, scouting trips, and some of the best places to live in Portugal.
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Cassie shares her experience moving from the US to Porto, navigating Portugal’s immigration bureaucracy, and waiting nearly two years for residency. She also talks about the challenges her daughter faced with her residency application, hiring a lawyer, healthcare in Portugal, raising a family abroad, living in different Porto neighborhoods, and building a new life and business in the city.
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In this episode of the ExpatsEverywhere Podcast, Liz shares her journey from the US to Porto, Portugal, on the D2 entrepreneur visa. She explains the challenges of starting a business in Portugal, finding housing, and navigating the visa process, while also sharing how she and her husband turned their love of food into a growing Nashville hot chicken business.
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Looking for the best small towns in Portugal to live in? In this episode, Josh and Kalie explore 10 charming Portuguese towns including Loulé, Tavira, Vila Real, Lagos, Nazaré, Ericeira, Tomar, Óbidos, Vizela, and Chaves, sharing what expat life is really like in each one. They cover cost of living, lifestyle, transportation, expat communities, amenities, and the biggest pros and cons of choosing a smaller town in Portugal. Plus, t...
This episode follows Vivian’s journey from a failed first attempt at moving abroad to building a fulfilling life in Portugal after years of living across Europe and Southeast Asia.
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In this episode, Josh and Kalie explore medium-sized cities in Portugal, focusing on their infrastructure, lifestyle, and suitability for expats and residents. Discover hidden gems beyond Lisbon and Porto, with insights into local culture, transportation, and real estate.
1. Porto metro area
Póvoa de Varzim, Maia, Santa Maria da Feira, Ermesinde, Vila do Conde, Santo Tirso, Gondomar (https://youtu.be/e_3ZGM1hRws?si=M334JbFAYLtobvs4),...
In this episode of the “Let’s Move to Portugal Podcast”, Brent shares what really happened after he moved to Portugal—from buying a home in a city he’d never visited to struggling with the language and navigating the realities of building a new life abroad. Along the way, he reveals some surprising lessons he wishes he’d known before making the move.
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Helen shares her inspiring journey of moving from Ukraine to Portugal with just one suitcase and €700, revealing how she navigated Portuguese bureaucracy, learned the language, built a successful creative business, and eventually became a Portuguese citizen in a remarkably short six months. This episode is packed with practical advice for anyone considering moving to Portugal, including insights on the cost of living in Lisbon, ren...
Portugal’s citizenship and immigration laws have changed—and if you’re considering moving abroad, these updates matter. In this episode, immigration lawyer Diogo Capela breaks down the new citizenship timelines, what changed for D7, D8, and Golden Visa holders, how permanent residency works, and what options still exist moving forward. We also discuss legal challenges, family scenarios, residency rights, and wheth...
In this episode, Mark shares the biggest mistakes he made when moving from Florida to Portugal—including unexpected tax bills, housing challenges, costly planning oversights, along with practical lessons on sequencing your move, managing finances, and building a successful life abroad.
New Portuguese Law Update: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dafKcTVHTys
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In this episode, Diogo Leal shares insider knowledge on Portugal’s real estate market, including how to avoid costly land-buying mistakes, navigate municipal bureaucracy, secure financing, and choose the best locations for development. He and Josh also discuss why foreign investors often seek professional guidance, the growing debate around foreign investment in Portugal, and the realities of building versus renovating in tod...
In this episode, Josh catches up with Dallas to explore how the realities of moving abroad have evolved, from Portugal residency requirements to the growing need for stable mailing addresses, banking access, and secure communication tools for expats. Drawing on nearly a decade of firsthand experience, Dallas shares practical lessons, common pitfalls, and emerging solutions that can help international movers protect their financial ...
In this episode, Maya shares her family’s journey through Portugal’s education system while raising their daughter in the Algarve. She discusses the pros and cons of public, private, and international schools, highlighting challenges such as language barriers, uneven teaching quality, and school strikes. After trying different options, her family ultimately found that an international school provided the right environme...
French expat and real estate advisor Maya shares her family’s experience moving to Portugal during COVID and explains how life in the Algarve differs from the idealized version many foreigners expect. She and host Josh discuss Portugal’s evolving housing market, cultural integration, and the distinct lifestyles across different Algarve regions.
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Thinking about visiting or moving to Sofia, Bulgaria in 2026? In this episode, we break down our honest first impressions of Sofia after spending time in the city and compare it to Porto and Lisbon, Portugal. We cover the real cost of living in Sofia, rent prices, food prices, transportation, weather, friendliness of locals, and whether Sofia is still one of Europe’s best affordable cities now that Bulgaria has joined the Eur...
Thinking of visiting Bucharest, Romania or wondering how it compares to Portugal? In this episode, we break down our first impressions after visiting Romania for the first time and share what surprised us most about Bucharest in 2026. From cost of living and housing prices to cafes, transportation, safety, food, and daily life, we compare Bucharest to Porto and Lisbon so expats, digital nomads, and travelers can better understand w...
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