Shahid2
American looking for information about Portugal
Forum posts
19
About me
American
Lives in Faro, Faro
Speaks English
Registration: 16 September 2020
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Geoblue Health Insurance by Jim Garrison
I have BCBS through my retirement benefits. When I called to let them know I was moving to Portugal, they said my plan would change to GeoBlue. I'm not at all familiar with that name. Does anyone here use GeoBlue? Is it any good? My ...
I did spend some time last year in Portugal and have the same information. Only one thing I learn that some providers in Portugal can do the paper work for you if they have stablished this; otherwise as you stated that you have to pay and them file ... Read More
Anybody purchase a Genuino Sesmarias condo from ESCALA GLOBAL, S.A. by carlos-sousa
In 2022 I purchased a new condo (under construction) in the Genuino Sesmarias Garden development from a company called ESCALA GLOBAL, S.A. (a company out of Porto) in Portimão (Alvor) via their local sales agents.After signing the contract ...
I am here in Vilamoura for a month and was interested in buying a new villa. however after visiting and talking to few agent and lawyer decided to postpone due to similar issue, same villa same site and two agents have different builder and ... Read More
Allianz vs Médis Health Insurance by lunabelle33
Hi everyone,I'm in the process of choosing a health insurance plan. I looked at Allianz, Médis and Victoria. Also took at look at Cigna, which offers the most comprehensive coverage but is too pricey. I think we'll end up choosing either ...
Is any of the program offer monthly enrollment or there are minimum months required? Read More
How do I transfer funds from US accounts to use in Portugal by Ron Paulsrud
We are looking at traveling and possibly moving to Portugal for retirement. I am not yet eligible for Social Security, so how can I transfer funds from my US Bank and/or Retirement funds to Portugal? This would be on a monthly or every couple of ...
I was able to open an online account in Atlantico.eu and was able to transfer money with ease. They do charge about 22 Euro for each transaction. I have an app on my phone, but they have only branch in Lisbon. Mostly online banking.I hope this help Read More
Open a bank account in Portugal as a non-resident by JohnnyPT
Open a bank account in Portugal as a non-resident If you are a: A. Resident in an EU country B. Resident in a non-EU country B1. Banks in Portugal that allow to open an account without NIF B2. Banks in Portugal that allow to open an ...
Thanks very helpful Read More
Open a bank account in Portugal as a non-resident by JohnnyPT
Open a bank account in Portugal as a non-resident If you are a: A. Resident in an EU country B. Resident in a non-EU country B1. Banks in Portugal that allow to open an account without NIF B2. Banks in Portugal that allow to open an ...
Is any of the bank has no monthly charges if you have a minimum amount. I tried few links but it was difficult to check. Will appreciate if any one has that knowledge Read More
Looking for 2 b-room apt/house/F-house around Lisbon with car park
I am planning to spend a month in Portugal while based around Lisbon and travel around to see different part of Portugal to narrow down my search. Any recommendation will be appreciated. I am planning to rent a car and drive at different location, ... Read More
Portuguese Translation App by haydendenise
Hello Could anyone recommend a translation app for iPhone, that they have used and have experience with, that works well, both written and spoken, translating English into Portuguese. Many thanks in advance. Denise
Last time i used a Microsoft translator app on my phone and it worked for Portuguese and other languages when i was traveling through Europe. I have iPhone and android and it work very good on both Read More
Living in Nazare by Kimmonroe625
What do you love the most about living in Nazare?
Thanks a lot for quick response Read More
Living in Nazare by Kimmonroe625
What do you love the most about living in Nazare?
How is the weather from start of November till the end of January Nazare Read More
income tax on Social Security benefits earned in USA. by furnitureman
Hello, My urgent question is for older USA expats who have retired to/in Portugal on residency visa. We plan to relocate to Braga and not work. we are retired . Can anyone please tell us for sure if Portugal will tax our USA-earned Social Security ...
I think this will change for lot of US people to drop PT from the list of countries where to retire. PT was on my list to consider and I have dropped it based on the reading of PT tax laws and the treaty and still on the list to visit only Read More
Is it possible to pay "Plataforma de Português Online" in US
I tried to go on this site https://pptonline.acm.gov.pt/ I was able to get an account and go to introductory video but when I try to open a module to lear it is not loading, Any one has an idea if I can use that in the US Thanks Read More
New members of the Portugal forum, introduce yourselves here - 2020 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Portugal forum? Don't know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on ...
I tried to go on line as suggested by your post to learn Portuguese but it looks like it is not available in the US . Any suggestion Thanks Shahid Read More
New members of the Portugal forum, introduce yourselves here - 2020 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Portugal forum? Don't know how to start? This thread is for you ;) We invite you to introduce yourself on this topic, to share with us your expat story if you are already living in the country, or to tell us more on ...
I tried to go on line as suggested by your post to learn Portuguese but it looks like it is not available in the US . Any suggestion Thanks Shahid Read More