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EPISODE · Apr 3, 2025 · 1H 17M

Moving to Portugal: Expert Insights from Afpop CEO Michael Reeve

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Moving to Portugal: Expert Insights from Afpop CEO Michael ReeveEverything you need to know about relocating, retiring, and thriving in Portugal—Afpop’s Michael Reeve shares expert advice.Thinking about moving to Portugal? Whether you’re retiring, relocating for work, or seeking a better quality of life, this episode of Podcast Portugal is packed with essential information!Our guest, Michael Reeve, CEO of Afpop—Portugal’s leading expat support association—joins us to discuss everything from residency and visas to healthcare, taxation, and cultural adaptation. Afpop has been helping expats for over 35 years, providing invaluable guidance on navigating Portuguese bureaucracy and making the most of life in this beautiful country.In This Episode, We Cover:✅ The biggest challenges expats face when moving to Portugal ✅ Understanding residency options: D7, D8 (digital nomad), Golden Visa & more ✅ How to access Portugal’s healthcare system—public vs. private options ✅ The cost of living: realistic expectations for housing, utilities, and daily expenses ✅ Taxation & NHR (Non-Habitual Residency) – What you need to know ✅ Driving in Portugal: exchanging licenses and rules of the road ✅ Cultural differences and tips for integrating into Portuguese lifeWhether you’re still in the research phase or ready to make the move, this episode is a must-listen for anyone considering life in Portugal. 🔗 Resources Mentioned: Afpop: https://afpop.com/  🎧 Subscribe to Podcast Portugal for more expert insights into living, working, and thriving in Portugal!📲 Follow us for more updates: Instagram - @podcast_portugal  Facebook - Portugal Podcast (Podcast Portugal) TikTok – @PodcastPortugal X - @pod_portugal

Thinking about moving to Portugal? Whether you’re retiring, relocating for work, or seeking a better quality of life, this episode of Podcast Portugal is packed with essential information! Our guest, Michael Reeve, CEO of Afpop—Portugal’s leading expat support association—joins us to discuss everything from residency and visas to healthcare, taxation, and cultural adaptation. Afpop has been helping expats for over 35 years, providing invaluable guidance on navigating Portuguese bureaucracy and making the most of life in this beautiful country. In This Episode, We Cover: ✅ The biggest challenges expats face when moving to Portugal
 ✅ Understanding residency options: D7, D8 (digital nomad), Golden Visa & more
 ✅ How to access Portugal’s healthcare system—public vs. private options
 ✅ The cost of living: realistic expectations for housing, utilities, and daily expenses 
✅ Taxation & NHR (Non-Habitual Residency) – What you need to know 
✅ Driving in Portugal: exchanging licenses and rules of the road
 ✅ Cultural differences and tips for integrating into Portuguese life Whether you’re still in the research phase or ready to make the move, this episode is a must-listen for anyone considering life in Portugal. Resources Mentioned: Afpop: https://afpop.com/ Subscribe to Podcast Portugal on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon & YouTube Podcasts for more expert insights into living, working, and thriving in Portugal! Follow us for more updates: 
Instagram - @podcast_portugal Facebook - Portugal Podcast TikTok – @PodcastPortugal X - @pod_portugal

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