zsheffield
English expat in Portugal
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About me
English
Lives in Faro
Speaks English Learning Portuguese
Registration: 01 December 2020
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Newbie Expat by vanmac007
Hi there, I’ve recently (2 weeks) immigrated to beautiful Portugal .. I’m a solo traveller so was & is a big deal .. have planned this move for 3 years.. I’m getting settled residing in the Western Algarve .. I would really ...
Perhaps you could be helpful and suggest somewhere Vanessa could meet some people rather than go on about how privileged expats are. She is asking for help to meet people not to be lectured. It doesn't matter where you are from or where you are ... Read More
Is Basic DBS Check OK for the D7 app or the ACRO 'Visa' Certificate ? by neale_p
Just asking if anyone from the UK has submitted the basic (and cheaper) gov DBS criminal record check as required for the D7 application visit ? I see there is an option on the GOV.UK site for a proper certificate from ACRO, but its twice as ...
Hello, You are best to email the Consulate directly, you can find the email address on the website. They will be able to send you a list and the actual documents you need. For my passive income I just provided what my salary is, the company I work ... Read More
Is Basic DBS Check OK for the D7 app or the ACRO 'Visa' Certificate ? by neale_p
Just asking if anyone from the UK has submitted the basic (and cheaper) gov DBS criminal record check as required for the D7 application visit ? I see there is an option on the GOV.UK site for a proper certificate from ACRO, but its twice as ...
Hi Neale. I applied for my d7 visa with the Manchester Consulate. Depending on where you live in the UK depends which Consulate you apply to. It took exactly 4 weeks from me sending the application to receive everything back fom them. I was ... Read More
Working remotely by zsheffield
Hi All, I'm planning to move to the Algarve in September and toying with the idea of working remotely for a UK company. I've been reading some information but the more I read the more confusing it gets. Has anyone got any experience of ...
Although it seems JGA recruitment is just for payroll and HR jobs! Read More
Working remotely by zsheffield
Hi All, I'm planning to move to the Algarve in September and toying with the idea of working remotely for a UK company. I've been reading some information but the more I read the more confusing it gets. Has anyone got any experience of ...
I work for a metal fabrications company. I've been very lucky as I also thought my request would be rejected too! You could try some recruitment agencies. When I was recently visiting the Algarve I was speaking to another expat and they ... Read More
Working remotely by zsheffield
Hi All, I'm planning to move to the Algarve in September and toying with the idea of working remotely for a UK company. I've been reading some information but the more I read the more confusing it gets. Has anyone got any experience of ...
That's great, thank you both so much for your replies! Read More
Working remotely by zsheffield
Hi All, I'm planning to move to the Algarve in September and toying with the idea of working remotely for a UK company. I've been reading some information but the more I read the more confusing it gets. Has anyone got any experience of ...
Hi Johnny, Thank you for your reply. My UK employer has agreed to continue employing me and keep paying me my salary when I relocate to Portugal later this year. I have been reading and believe the best Visa for me will be the D7 visa as my salary ... Read More
Working remotely
Hi All, I'm planning to move to the Algarve in September and toying with the idea of working remotely for a UK company. I've been reading some information but the more I read the more confusing it gets. Has anyone got any experience of ... Read More
Where to live? by hazmog
We had our hearts set on moving to the Algarve, and then I read this post and it has made me second guess that idea. It is true, the cost of property seems very high in the Algarve, and actually more expensive than here in raining England. We are ...
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Where to live? by hazmog
We had our hearts set on moving to the Algarve, and then I read this post and it has made me second guess that idea. It is true, the cost of property seems very high in the Algarve, and actually more expensive than here in raining England. We are ...
I too would also recommend going there for a couple of weeks and taking a good look around some areas. It could also be a good idea to go there to an estate agency which locals use rather than those made for expats as you may find the prices are a ... Read More
Parsnips fresh or frozen by Jean Denise
Does anyone know where in the algarve i can purchase fresh or frozen parsnips
I believe there is an Iceland shop in Portimão which you could try. They might have them in there! 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 ...
Hello! My name is Zoe, I'm from the UK and looking to move to Portugal in the next couple of years. My partner is Portuguese and is loving there now in the albufeira area. When I move there I plan to start working as soon as possible (hopefully ... Read More