British citizens have the right to stay in Portugal for 90 days in any six-month period even after Brexit. However, if you have long-term residency plans for Portugal, you’re going to need a visa. The country offers different types of visas which you can benefit from.
How do I become a resident of Portugal from UK?
To become a resident in Portugal you will need to obtain a visa. There are several options available to you depending on your reasons for moving to Portugal and your financial situation. Find out more about the different types of visa below, and you can also take a look at the Portuguese Consulate in London website.
Is it easy to get a job in Portugal?
No matter your line of work, the safest way to start a career in Portugal is, of course, to secure a job before moving to the country, whether you need a work visa and permit or not. You can find most opportunities online. You are also likely to find job openings on company websites.
What happens if you live in Portugal and work in the UK?
In countries where there is a social security agreement with the UK – Portugal is such a country – the National Insurance (NI) contributions that you make while living in Portugal will also continue to count towards your UK state pension. There is more information on the UK state pension, your UK state pension entitlement and NI contributions here.
Are there any Portuguese nationals living in the UK?
Conversely, there are around 400,000 Portuguese nationals living in the UK. While nothing in life or Brexit is certain, as an expat living in Portugal, there are steps you can take to secure your residency and associated benefits.
What happens to my state pension if I live in Portugal?
If you are a UK national living in an EU country such as Portugal, you will continue to receive your state pension post-Brexit. The British government has also confirmed that it intends to uprate pensions – in other words, as an expat, you will still receive the annual state pension increase after the UK leaves the EU*.
Is it cheap to live in Portugal as an expat?
Cost of living varies hugely according to lifestyle. IF you move to Portugal and have the cash to live like a baller — beachside villa with a private swimming pool, for instance — you can certainly do that. It is possible to live very cheaply here too, however.
