Gabrie.laa
Brazilian expat in Portugal
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15
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27
About me
Brazilian
Speaks Portuguese and English
Registration: 24 September 2018
Activity
Long term stay Porto by leif4
Vacation and long stay/moving to Portugal, Porto, or similar placeI need your assistance. Location and features. I would like a place walking to shops, restaurants, the beach, or lake. Hopefully with culture and other activities. Must be safe and to ...
@leif4 hello! I live in Porto for 6 years, in Matosinhos more specifically and everything you're describing you can find here. It is a very self-sufficient neighbourhood. Everything is in a short walking distance, no need to use car and there's ... Read More
Good way to find expat communities and events by kdbdark
We are headed to Portugal next week to explore retiring and relocating. Is there a good way to find expat communities and / or events? Looking to meet some expats in different areas of interest.Thanks
@kdbdark the website Meet Up ****meetup.com/ is the best to find events and expat communities.When I moved to Porto I used the app a lot to meet new people and keep using it !! Read More
New members of the Portugal forum, introduce yourselves here - 2023 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 your ...
@yndaddar hello! You don't have to buy a property under the Golden Visa scheme, only if you want to get a citizenship after 5 years. All nationalities are allowed to buy properties in Portugal, and even banks finance certain percentage to ... Read More
Estate Agent Referrals by TravelBarb
My husband and I are are recently retired and moving to Porto Portugal in the next month and we would like to have a reference to an Estate Agent that deals in long term apartment leases. Any help would be appreciated. TravelBarb
Olá! I can help you! I've just sent a private message Read More
New members of the Portugal forum, introduce yourselves here - 2019 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 ...
Hi Steven! Be welcome to Porto. Is it your first time here? I can be your guide for one afternoon :) Read More
Salty Water Effects in Western Algrave? by CosAde
Dear All, I need help from members residing in western Algrave so as to have better understanding of the quality of the water in Vila do Bispo. I am currently working on the plan to have a farm near Vila do Bispo, and I am worried about the quality ...
Olá! My father in law has a farm where he plants oranges, locust beans and other types of fruits. If it helps I can ask him what's his opinion about your questions. Gabriela Read More
New members of the Portugal forum, introduce yourselves here - 2018 by Julien
Hi all, Newbie on the Portugal forum? Dont 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 ...
Hi Lynn I can say some things about Porto because I live here. I learned to love the city! It's not a very big city, but we have good public transport, good food, beaches, airport. It's very comfortable live here. I've already lived in ... Read More
Norwegian Vikings coming to Porto! by erikwhite
Hi, guys! We are a British family of 4 moving across to Porto in December. Our oldest son is beginning the very good international school Clip (clip.pt/www_en.html) in December next year. We have been researching and would like to know everything ...
Hi Viking Family! Be welcome to Porto! We're a Brazilian-Portuguese family and we are living in Porto for one year. There're a lot of thing to do here, specially expats groups to join. Activities for the children of my daughter's age (2 ... Read More
do i need a lawyer here to help with all the paperwork ? by penny1962
hi, i'm penny. just getting started looking into moving from usa to lisbon. my question is do i need a lawyer here to help with all the paperwork or do i get a lawyer in lisbon?
I can say about the real estate part because I am a realtor. I agree that is not necessary a lawyer, but many people prefer to hire one to have more security at the time of signing contract. Read More
Area Advice by lynnepadua
Good Day, My name is Lynne and I am new to the group. We are moving at the end of the year and my children will attend the Clip in Oporto. I need guidance on where to look for accommodation in terms of area. My husband works in Tondela and we ...
Olá Lynne :) Tondela is about an hour and a half from Porto. Even if you live in the middle, every day you will have to take a trip to arrive in Tondela and Clip. About the accommodation, I work as a real estate agent, so if you need help to ... Read More
Need support about life in Porto by Gabrie.laa
Hi Liz, I'm an expat living in Porto since January. I had too many doubts when I've moved here. But the things are getting better and I learned to love the city! Now I'm working as a real estate agent, so if you need some support to ...
Adventure123, I think the current situation in Lisbon is like that. In Porto is difficult to find as well, lack of options, but the prices is not SO expensive as in Lisbon! We can find a Studio or 1bed aptm for about 550€/month in Porto If ... Read More
Need support about life in Porto
Hi Liz, I'm an expat living in Porto since January. I had too many doubts when I've moved here. But the things are getting better and I learned to love the city! Now I'm working as a real estate agent, so if you need some support to ... Read More