{"id":9778,"date":"2025-07-28T10:26:34","date_gmt":"2025-07-28T02:26:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/?p=9778"},"modified":"2026-02-21T02:24:10","modified_gmt":"2026-02-20T18:24:10","slug":"living-abroad-in-portugal","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/living-abroad-in-portugal.html","title":{"rendered":"Guide For Living Abroad In Portugal"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Portugal has a lower cost of living, which makes it perfect for retirees or digital nomads. Portugal also has many visa options for Americans hoping to live there. Although not everyone speaks English, many people in Portugal do. Know how the culture varies to prepare yourself for the adjustment.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In our guide, we\u2019ll compare the cost of living in Portugal to the United States. We\u2019ll also offer some pointers on adjusting to life in Portugal and some visa applications, and Portugal<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/country\/europe\/health-insurance-in-portugal\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> health insurance basics<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Keep reading to see how to prepare for a beautiful life in Portugal!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\"><div class='code-block code-block-72' style='margin: 8px 0; clear: both;'>\n<link rel='stylesheet' href='https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/wp-content\/themes\/readable-child\/blog-banner\/compare-box\/css\/compare-72-new.css?v1.47' type='text\/css' media='all'\/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/compare-quotes\/step-one-name\/?campSource=PP-Blog&utm_campaign=Blog\" class=\"inserter-72-link CompareNowbutton\">\n        <div class=\"inserter-72-new\">\n            <h3>Start by Comparing <br>Insurance Plans Online<\/h3>\n            <div class=\"inserter-img-box\">\n                <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/wp-content\/themes\/readable-child\/blog-banner\/compare-box\/img\/desktop.png\" alt=\" \">\n            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"inserter-compare-box\">\n                <p>Browse and Compare 50,000+ <br>International Health Plans<\/p>\n                <button>Compare NOW<\/button>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/a><\/div>\n<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Most Important Information for Living Abroad in Portugal<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-23377 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/scenic-view-of-porto-with-historic-buildings-and-riverside-setting.webp\" alt=\"Image of Scenic View Of Porto With Historic Buildings And Riverside Setting with text overlay of &quot;Most Important Information for Living Abroad in Portugal&quot;\" width=\"1280\" height=\"720\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/scenic-view-of-porto-with-historic-buildings-and-riverside-setting.webp 1280w, https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/scenic-view-of-porto-with-historic-buildings-and-riverside-setting-300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/scenic-view-of-porto-with-historic-buildings-and-riverside-setting-600x338.webp 600w, https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/scenic-view-of-porto-with-historic-buildings-and-riverside-setting-768x432.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/scenic-view-of-porto-with-historic-buildings-and-riverside-setting-150x84.webp 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Expats should understand the cost of living in Portugal, what visas they are eligible for, and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/best-places-to-live-in-portugal.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">where they want to live<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in Portugal. Knowing where you want to live will allow you to find more specific recommendations for cost-of-living comparisons and what to plan ahead.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you want to understand the cost of living in Europe and how Portugal compares, check out our <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/living-abroad-in-europe.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Guide to Living Abroad in Europe<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Cost of Living In Portugal Vs the USA<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The cost of living in Portugal<\/span><b> is much lower than in the United States<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. In many estimates, the cost of living in Portugal can be as low as half of what would be spent for a similar standard of living in the United States.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This lower cost of living makes Portugal the perfect destination for Americans who want to retire on a budget.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Housing Cost Comparison: Portugal Vs the USA<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Housing in Portugal is less expensive than in the United States. Even in Lisbon, the biggest city in Portugal, the price of renting an apartment downtown is much more affordable than in the downtowns of major US cities.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To compare the housing prices, we used recent <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/livingcost.org\/cost\/portugal\/united-states\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">crowd-sourced data<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Here are some comparisons of the price of housing downtown:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Downtown Comparisons:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Renting a single-bedroom apartment downtown in Portugal is <\/span><b>57.7% cheaper<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> than in the USA.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Renting a three-bedroom apartment in the city center is <\/span><b>56.9% cheaper<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> than in the USA.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The purchase price for a downtown condo is <\/span><b>35.4% more affordable<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in Portugal than in the USA.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Suburban Comparisons:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A budget one-bedroom apartment is <\/span><b>58.4% more affordable<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in Portugal compared to the USA.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A budget three-bedroom apartment is <\/span><b>57.2% more affordable<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> than in the USA.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The purchase price for a house in the suburbs is <\/span><b>38.8% less expensive<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> than in the USA.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>Mortgage Advantage:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For a twenty-year mortgage, interest rates in Portugal are under <\/span><b>2.5%<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, compared to over <\/span><b>5% APR<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in the USA.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\"><div class='code-block code-block-30' style='margin: 8px 0; clear: both;'>\n<p><button class=\"mo-modal-open\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-full wp-image-4633\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Blog-Banner_Europe_1.jpg\" alt=\"Blog Banner Europe 1\" width=\"1138\" height=\"493\" \/><\/button><\/p><\/div>\n<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Food Cost Comparison: Portugal Vs the USA<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Food costs in Portugal are cheaper in Portugal than in the United States. Both eating out and groceries are much more affordable. This opens the door to being able to try all of the great traditional food and seafood available in Portugal.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/livingcost.org\/cost\/portugal\/united-states\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Crowd-sourced data<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> allowed us to compare the cost of eating out and common grocery items.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Eating out in Portugal vs. the USA:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Inexpensive restaurant lunch<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: 36.4% cheaper in Portugal than in the USA.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Mid-range restaurant dinner (for two)<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: 47% less expensive in Portugal.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Fast food meal (combo)<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: 25.8% more affordable in Portugal.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can use this guide to compare the cost of common grocery staples:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Milk<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is 38.3% cheaper in Portugal.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Bread<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is 53.2% more affordable than in the USA.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Rice <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">is 64.6% cheaper in Portugal.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Eggs <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">are 47% less expensive in Portugal.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Chicken <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">is 47% cheaper than in the United States.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Beef steak <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">is 43.5% less expensive in Portugal.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Apples <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">are 60.3% more affordable in Portugal.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Bananas <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">are 25.3% cheaper in Portugal than in the USA.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Oranges <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">are a whopping 64.6% more affordable in Portugal.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Tomatoes <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">are 60.3% cheaper than in the United States.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Potatoes <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">are 57.6% cheaper in Portugal.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Onions <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">are 51.8% more affordable in Portugal than in the United States.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The key takeaways are as follows:<\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Dining out<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> remains significantly cheaper in Portugal, with dinner for two now nearly <\/span><b>47% less expensive<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> than in the U.S.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Groceries<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> like rice, tomatoes, and oranges are standout bargains (60\u201365% cheaper).<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Beef<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> affordability has increased sharply (now 43.5% cheaper vs. the original 32.7%).<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Bread and potatoes<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> show slightly smaller gaps than previously reported.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\"><div class='code-block code-block-31' style='margin: 8px 0; clear: both;'>\n<p><button class=\"mo-modal-open\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-full wp-image-4633\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Blog-Banner_Europe_2.jpg\" alt=\"Blog Banner Europe 2\" width=\"1138\" height=\"493\" \/><\/button><\/p><\/div>\n<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Transportation Cost Comparison: Portugal Vs the USA<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Transportation costs in Portugal are lower than in the United States on a big-picture level. Public transportation in Portugal makes getting around more affordable despite the higher gas prices in Portugal.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A monthly pass for public transportation is 39.5% more affordable in Portugal than in the United States. Additionally, public transportation in Portugal includes ferries, buses, trains, trams, and more!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">On average, gasoline in Portugal is double the price of gasoline in the United States.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Salaries In Portugal Vs the USA<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Salaries in Portugal are<\/span><b> significantly lower on averag<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">e than in the United States. That means that Portugal is best for people with an income from another country. This could be from retirement or from a remote job.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Using <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/livingcost.org\/cost\/portugal\/united-states\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">crowd-sourced data,<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> we compared the average salary in Portugal to the United States. The average salary after tax in Portugal is 47.4% lower.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For expats hoping to secure a job in Portugal, this may not be a deal-breaker. Even though the salary is lower, the cost of living is also lower. Legal residents of Portugal paying taxes are eligible for healthcare services, which also reduces the after-tax dollars, but not without benefits.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\"><div class='code-block code-block-32' style='margin: 8px 0; clear: both;'>\n<p><button class=\"mo-modal-open\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-full wp-image-4633\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Blog-Banner_Europe_3.jpg\" alt=\"Blog Banner Europe 3\" width=\"1138\" height=\"493\" \/><\/button><\/p><\/div>\n<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>The Affordability of Portugal for Expats<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-23378 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/boat-with-passengers-near-colorful-buildings-in-aveiro-portugal.webp\" alt=\"Image of Boat With Passengers Near Colorful Buildings In Aveiro, Portugal with text overlay of &quot;The Affordability of Portugal for Expats&quot;\" width=\"1280\" height=\"720\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/boat-with-passengers-near-colorful-buildings-in-aveiro-portugal.webp 1280w, https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/boat-with-passengers-near-colorful-buildings-in-aveiro-portugal-300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/boat-with-passengers-near-colorful-buildings-in-aveiro-portugal-600x338.webp 600w, https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/boat-with-passengers-near-colorful-buildings-in-aveiro-portugal-768x432.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/boat-with-passengers-near-colorful-buildings-in-aveiro-portugal-150x84.webp 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Portugal is an affordable place to live. Its cost of living is only a fraction of what Americans spend. Although salaries in Portugal are also smaller, living off of retirement income or income from a remote job may mean stretching your hard-earned money further.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As an American, you may not be eligible for public healthcare in Portugal. You must be <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/country\/europe\/health-insurance-in-portugal\/#:~:text=Foreigners%20immigrating%20to,and%20psychiatric%20treatment.\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">paying into the system to be eligible<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. The public system is also a little slow. With private health insurance, you can access high-quality private healthcare facilities regardless of eligibility for public care.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Living in Lisbon, the largest city, there is a higher cost of living than Portugal\u2019s average, but even Lisbon is much cheaper than major United States cities.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Living in Portugal as an American<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Portuguese is the primary language in Portugal, so Americans will need to learn Portuguese. Making sure you have a basic understanding of the language will help you adjust to life in Portugal. Make sure you know European Portuguese rather than Brazilian, since there are major differences.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You will also need to acclimate to measurements in the metric system. This means temperatures in Portugal are measured in degrees Celsius, and volumes will be in liters.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The good news is that even though you\u2019ll need to understand kilometers for speed and distance while driving, you will be able to drive on the same side of the road as in the United States.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Cultural Adjustments for Americans in Portugal<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The rules of politeness are different in Portugal than in the United States or even Portugal\u2019s neighbor, Spain. The Portuguese say good morning or afternoon to anyone they pass but say hello to people they know.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In Portugal, education includes not just academics but also manners and being polite.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here are some other things to be aware of in Portugal:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Don\u2019t confuse Spanish and Portuguese.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Nudity is less taboo in Portugal. Many beachgoers happily go without tops in favor of a whole-body tan.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Running late for social events in Portugal is normal, but not for business meetings.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Wearing expensive, luxury, or obviously branded clothing or accessories may be seen as tacky in Portugal.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The fork is used by the left hand; the knife is used by the right hand. Don\u2019t use your fork to cut food.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gift-giving is important in Portugal, as is expressing gratitude for gifts with a proper thank-you note.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\"><div class='code-block code-block-33' style='margin: 8px 0; clear: both;'>\n<p><button class=\"mo-modal-open\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-full wp-image-4633\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/Blog-Banner_Europe_4.jpg\" alt=\"Blog Banner Europe 4\" width=\"1138\" height=\"493\" \/><\/button><\/p><\/div>\n<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Retiring in Portugal from the USA<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Portugal allows American citizens to apply for residency visas for the purpose of retiring in Portugal. Once you have obtained your four-month residency visa, you can apply to stay permanently.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One of the benefits of retiring in Portugal is the lower property costs and interest rates. You can still own your home in Portugal!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You cannot collect Portugal\u2019s retirement benefits without working there and paying into the system for a minimum amount of time.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Moving to Portugal from the USA<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To move to Portugal from the United States, you will need a visa that applies to your reason for moving. For example, there are fixed residency visas and job-seeker visas. Once you are within the country, you can apply for a residency permit.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are also student visas available for those who wish to study in Portugal. Find the best <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/vistos.mne.gov.pt\/en\/national-visas\/general-information\/type-of-visa#fixed-residency\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">fixed<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> residency or work visa<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for your situation.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Portugal also allows Americans to buy property, so that will make finding a home that much easier!<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Visa Requirements for US Citizens In Portugal<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Portugal has similar visa requirements to other countries. You will need to complete Portugal\u2019s visa application and provide the correct documentation. This includes passports, proof of identity, and criminal background checks for anyone over the age of 16.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You will also need to provide proof of <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/country\/europe\/health-insurance-in-portugal\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Portugal health insurance<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for emergencies and repatriation. For job seekers, Portugal also expects you to have funds for at least three months\u2019 worth of expenses.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-sheets-root=\"1\"><div class='code-block code-block-73' style='margin: 8px 0; clear: both;'>\n<link rel='stylesheet' href='https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/wp-content\/themes\/readable-child\/blog-banner\/compare-box\/css\/compare-73-new.css?v1.67' type='text\/css' media='all'\/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/compare-quotes\/step-one-name\/?campSource=PP-Blog&utm_campaign=Blog\" class=\"inserter-73-link CompareNowbutton\">\n  <div class=\"inserter-73-new\">\n    <div class=\"inserter-left-box\">\n        <h3>Kickstart Your Search for the Perfect Insurer<\/h3>        \n        <div class=\"inserter-compare-box\">\n            <p>Compare over <br>50,000 Plans <br>from Top Insurers<\/p>\n            <button >Compare NOW<\/button>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    \n    \n    <div class=\"inserter-img-box\">\n        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/wp-content\/themes\/readable-child\/blog-banner\/compare-box\/img\/mobile.png\" alt=\" \" class=\"banner-img-mobile\">            \n    <\/div>\n  <\/div>\n<\/a>\n\n<style>\n\n.inserter-73-new .inserter-img-box amp-img {right: -31%;}\n@media (max-width: 1199px) {\n  .inserter-73-new .inserter-img-box amp-img {\n    right: -20px;\n  }\n@media (max-width: 991px) {\n  .inserter-73-new .inserter-img-box amp-img {\n    right: -10px;\n  }\n}\n@media (max-width: 768px) {\n  .inserter-73-new .inserter-img-box amp-img {\n    height: auto;\n    width: 30%;\n  }\n}\n@media (max-width: 512px) {\n  .inserter-73-new .inserter-img-box amp-img {\n    height: 200px;\n  }\n}\n<\/style>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>Conclusion<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Portugal is a wonderful place to live, with its low cost of living, beautiful scenery, and agreeable climate that would please any expat. Portugal also offers a variety of visas to people hoping to relocate there.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019d like a backup plan, check out our guides to living in <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/best-places-to-live-in-italy.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Italy<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pacificprime.com\/blog\/best-places-to-live-in-spain.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Spain<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. 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