Why I plan on leaving Portugal after moving here from the USA

Hey everybody! Kylie here. Today I’m sharing why I plan on eventually moving out of Portugal as an expat after moving here in 2022.

While personal, the purpose of this video is just to stir food for thought: As somebody who moved here less than one year ago and is extremely happy with life in Portugal, I’m still pretty confident that I will move away in the next couple of years.

And, no! I don’t see myself moving back to the US… I actually see myself heading to another country (or two).

If you’re also an expat and are considering making another move or are preparing to make your first one, then maybe this video will get you thinking a little bit more!

In addition to sharing why I plan on leaving Portugal, I’m also sharing:
1. Potential downsides of leaving Portugal and living elsewhere;
2. When I plan on leaving Portugal; and
3. The countries I’m considering moving to next.

Like I said, the purpose of this video is just to get a little food for thought brewing!

DISCLAIMERS: Please keep in mind that there are potential implications of leaving Portugal if you currently hold a resident card; depending on your situation, you do run the risk of losing your residency if you decide to move away either temporarily or permanently. This video is not meant to be advice regarding maintaining your legal resident permit; be sure to consult a legal representative for more information!

As always, if you all like this video and find it helpful, please be sure to hit the like button and watch the video all the way until the end! Your support really does help my channel grow and encourages me to continue making more content.

See you all in the next video, bye :) - Kylie

Instagram: @bomdiakylie

[puresn]

My goal is to basically set up multiple home base. 1. Portugal 2. UAE 3. Malaysia. Never have to rent/hotel in any of the countries & have all the stuff that makes you feel at home in each place. Portugal/Malaysia = cheap. UAE is expensive. Sounds like you're kinda doing what I'm thinking of doing. :D

[savioagente]

Great video, @Kylie! The flexible nature of remote work is what appealed to me back in the days when I also decided to work remotely. Good luck on your plans 🙌

[cjzxmeb]

Hi! Keep us posted, please! I have just started watching you. You are wise beyond your years and should experience all that you can, while you can. I too love Portugal and it is up north that has my heart. You would benefit from reaching out to Josh and Kaylie from Expats Everywhere. They have been on the move since 2009 and have lived in Singapore, Southeast Asia, Kenya, etc., etc. They have settled for the past few years in Porto, Portugal. Absolutely lovely, helpful people with great perspective. Bom Dia and Safe travels!

[rickchandler]

I’d be doing the same thing if I was your age. If you have a chance to experience the world, go for it!

[rivers]

Singapore and Malaysia are great spots. Clean, safe and offer a ton of variety.
Good luck whatever you decide to do.

[babyben]

80% Humidity in Singapore and Malaysia. Today in Dubai is 101°F. Portagul is where you want to live. Just travel to other places. But come back to the best place. PORTAGUL!

[shyamdevadas]

Just my opinion, based on my own life and the lives of other people who have lived abroad. Essentially, it makes no sense to fall in love with any place until you've achieved some financial stability. This is especially the case when you are young. The reason for this is that there is a very high likelihood that conditions will change, either in the country you live in or in the one you plan to live in. In almost 40 years of traveling and knowing people who have traveled, I've seen it all. Sudden changes in politics, law, economics, society, or even natural events. Medical issues are a big one, as well. This isn't far-fetched, at all. Malaysia just quadrupled its minimum annual income required for expats from $2500 to $10, 000 per MONTH. It is also going to start limiting the places where expats can live. Canada put a 1-year moratorium on expat real estate purchases that are seen as investments. New Zealand upped their minimum expat house purchase price to $350K. Floods, earthquakes, droughts, and even volcanic eruptions have sent friends of mine fleeing back to the U.S. Changes in tax laws and tax rates can create sudden financial issues for expats who are tightly budgeted. However, this is not a discouragement on travel or even living abroad. It most certainly is a recommendation to have a real back-up plan. In general, this means a place that you can retreat to on short notice and the money needed to make it happen. It also means having freedom and mobility. Think twice about buying that pet or furnishing your apartment. In the end, one of the most exciting things about travel is taking the risk of stepping out of your comfort zone. But, as with all risk, having a financial cushion is a good mitigation strategy.

[elenabeliman]

Portugal has become insanely expensive in the last year, the housing prices went over the roof. So if you are a foreigner that works on PT wage I can't even afford a T1 by myself. I consider moving.

[IberianLife]

I wish you all the best, Kylie. You have to do what makes you happy and while you’re young. Are you planning to keep Casa Azul? I was thinking about contacting you/the company in the fall for when I move there. Apartment hunting seems to be getting more difficult in Portugal, especially Lisbon.

[neverthedestination]

An honest look at your life 😊you really are beyond your years. All the best whatever you decide…

[robertjamesstove]

Malaysia tends to be underrated (at least, Kuala Lumpur does; I've never been anywhere else in the country). As well as being inexpensive - I recall paying only around AUS$4 for a 30-km taxi ride to the airport! - it was fairly safe; in my experience the locals spoke English; and the British heritage was pleasantly visible when I visited.

[atlanticcorgi]

Did you use a service to get your NIF? If so will you have to pay the ongoing fiscal representation fee after you leave Portugal?

[Majeed_]

Hi Kylie
hope you see soon in dubai, wish u all the best😊

[Ahmad_intel]

Dubai is expensive, market itself as zero tax but cost and fees are equivalent as paying tax. It is very safe correct on that .

[Bohemiahotrodandcustom]

Have you considered Ireland as a destination? Or do you prefer the warmer countries?

[bkingston]

I heard you will need a Vaccine passport to do most things like shop, medical etc

[ritaswider]

By the way, there are a lot more places to live than Lisbon, in other cities, plus Madeira and Azores

[bjm-ysuv]

When you say there are other good countries you are considering moving to, what countries?

[andrebarbosa]

Haven't been home to Portugal in 20 years and fear how much it has changed but that's life I guess. Hopefully things will cool off there and honestly I hope the Americans leave but they, like the British are there to stay

[hypnotechno]

not singapore the endless humidity is too much. it's good for very wealthy as the tax regime quite good. i love this channel