Gail Aguiar
@gailatlarge
Canadian expat in Portugal
Forum posts
51
About me
Canadian
Lives in Porto
Speaks English
Registration: 13 January 2014
Activity
Opening a bank account by MarkWR
Greetings. I am currently living in the United Kingdom but am wishing to live in Portugal either for part of the year (3-6 months per year) or to relocate completely. Is it possible to open a Portuguese bank account while still living in the UK? I ...
As far as I'm aware, this is the only bank I know of in Portugal which lets you open the account overseas by video call: https://www.atlantico.eu/ I have no affiliation with this bank, my accounts are in other Portuguese banks, and I ... Read More
Documents Required for D-7 Visa to Bring for Consulate Interview by dennislg
As I understand, there are several documents that one must bring to the interview which are listed in VFS Global's site https://www.vfsglobal.com/Portugal/USA/residency-permit.html. Two of them are somewhat confusing. These are, - Transport ...
1. You don't need a fiador to a) rent a place, or b) register it with Finanças. Almost no foreigner is able to get a fiador, they rent an apartment by offering more months upfront (real estate agents will ask for 6 rents, either 5 upfront ... Read More
Documents Required for D-7 Visa to Bring for Consulate Interview by dennislg
As I understand, there are several documents that one must bring to the interview which are listed in VFS Global's site https://www.vfsglobal.com/Portugal/USA/residency-permit.html. Two of them are somewhat confusing. These are, - Transport ...
This is for me or for the landlord to worry about. I am reading it as being applicable to my own tax return should I be a tax resident in Portugal.As soon as you convert your NIF from foreign to resident with a Portuguese address, you are ... Read More
Documents Required for D-7 Visa to Bring for Consulate Interview by dennislg
As I understand, there are several documents that one must bring to the interview which are listed in VFS Global's site https://www.vfsglobal.com/Portugal/USA/residency-permit.html. Two of them are somewhat confusing. These are, - Transport ...
Thank you once again for your answers. 1. As I understand, in order to rent a long term place - such as one registered with AT, I would need to provide pay stubs or last year tax return or a fiador/gurantor. How do D7 applicants find long term ... Read More
Documents Required for D-7 Visa to Bring for Consulate Interview by dennislg
As I understand, there are several documents that one must bring to the interview which are listed in VFS Global's site https://www.vfsglobal.com/Portugal/USA/residency-permit.html. Two of them are somewhat confusing. These are, - Transport ...
Thanks Johnny and Gail for the information you provided. This is most helpful. I found 1 company called Visa Reservations (i'm sure there are many others), and they do provide a way to reserve flights (instead of purchasing them immediately) ... Read More
Documents Required for D-7 Visa to Bring for Consulate Interview by dennislg
As I understand, there are several documents that one must bring to the interview which are listed in VFS Global's site https://www.vfsglobal.com/Portugal/USA/residency-permit.html. Two of them are somewhat confusing. These are, - Transport ...
Note that VFS Global is merely a document collector, they are not authorized to indicate whether you qualify or not. Most of their dealings are with Schengen visa applicants (who DO use tourist accommodation for their visa applications), while ... Read More
Documents Required for D-7 Visa to Bring for Consulate Interview by dennislg
As I understand, there are several documents that one must bring to the interview which are listed in VFS Global's site https://www.vfsglobal.com/Portugal/USA/residency-permit.html. Two of them are somewhat confusing. These are, - Transport ...
1. SEF sends the card only to the address that you provide proof of residence for, OR you may pick it up in person at the SEF office but this is less of an option due to COVID. What we're seeing is that if the registered mail is not signed for ... Read More
Documents Required for D-7 Visa to Bring for Consulate Interview by dennislg
As I understand, there are several documents that one must bring to the interview which are listed in VFS Global's site https://www.vfsglobal.com/Portugal/USA/residency-permit.html. Two of them are somewhat confusing. These are, - Transport ...
The D7 is a residence visa that is valid for 120 days. It is not a guarantee that it will convert to a residence permit. A visa is to enter, a permit is to stay. The visa application is scanned and sent to SEF in Portugal, which means SEF relies on ... Read More
Unfair Taxes in Portugal by AuMargaret
Hello to all on Íæż½ã½ã.Com Why doesn't anybody complain here in Portugal? It seems that everyone just takes what is dished up by the Government without making comments or asking questions. For example, only the very large cities in Portugal ...
If someone doesn't understand what they're protesting, it doesn't matter where they're from. But to discourage anyone from political participation just because they're not a citizen doesn't make any sense if you're truly ... Read More
Unfair Taxes in Portugal by AuMargaret
Hello to all on Íæż½ã½ã.Com Why doesn't anybody complain here in Portugal? It seems that everyone just takes what is dished up by the Government without making comments or asking questions. For example, only the very large cities in Portugal ...
This was the outcome of the protest about IVA on utilities: https://www.deco.proteste.pt/campanhas/bastam6/fechado My suggestion to expats about these issues (of which I am one) is to join a protest and become a citizen so you can actually vote on ... Read More
Unfair Taxes in Portugal by AuMargaret
Hello to all on Íæż½ã½ã.Com Why doesn't anybody complain here in Portugal? It seems that everyone just takes what is dished up by the Government without making comments or asking questions. For example, only the very large cities in Portugal ...
Do you read Portuguese newspapers or watch Portuguese TV? There are protests all the time in Portuguese media, including by the various Portuguese political parties, on all social media channels as well as TV, podcasts, YouTube, and every social ... Read More
Timing for obtaining a residency permit by Ngreen24
We are arriving in Porto in June with our residency visa. Wondering how long the process takes to get a residency permit once in country? Do you recommend getting an local advocate to help? Thanks for any suggestions. Nancy
You need to make an appointment RIGHT AWAY with SEF through their phone centre, as the appointments can be backed up in the major cities. If your appointment date is past the expiry of your visa, not to worry as you will still be legal in Portugal ... Read More
price for apartments/condos in Porto area by karmsun
When is the best time to look for a one bedroom (maybe two bedroom) for one year lease ? Also; how much does a nice clean place cost per month ? I understand there are all different prices like everywhere else but looking for an average price for ...
For cost of living information, see Numbeo: https://www.numbeo.com/cost-of-living/country_result.jsp?country=Portugal I have a page on my website on which I've published a big list of real estate agencies, accommodation websites, classifieds, ... Read More
price for apartments/condos in Porto area by karmsun
When is the best time to look for a one bedroom (maybe two bedroom) for one year lease ? Also; how much does a nice clean place cost per month ? I understand there are all different prices like everywhere else but looking for an average price for ...
Euros. There's currency fluctuation and people from other countries are using this information. All listings are in euros. Read More
price for apartments/condos in Porto area by karmsun
When is the best time to look for a one bedroom (maybe two bedroom) for one year lease ? Also; how much does a nice clean place cost per month ? I understand there are all different prices like everywhere else but looking for an average price for ...
Once you get the Schengen (4-month) entry visa there will be other hurdles, but feel free to ask in the meantime. Note that changing addresses between the entry visa and the appointment at SEF for residency permit can be problematic and it's ... Read More