Lawyer Explains 2024’s Major Immigration Changes in Portugal

So many immigration changes in Portugal! Kalie from ExpatsEverywhere talks to Diogo, an immigration lawyer, about the changes going on. No matter where you are in the process, this up-to-date info is important to know.

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Josh and Kalie left the US for a life abroad in 2009 and haven't looked back. They have lived in Spain, South Korea, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, and are currently in Portugal. Yes, they realize they only moved to countries starting with the letter "S" until they spoiled that streak with their move to Portugal. Follow ExpatsEverywhere as we aim to get information to you through expat interviews, city breakdowns, expat life, travel, vlogs, and more.

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Chapters
00:00 - Intro
01:04 - Weekly Welcome (Current Happenings in Portugal)
10:43 - Immigration Lawyer Talks About Major Changes

[Protect-Privacy]

How did I not know about this podcast?! I’ve been following you since you were in Florida waiting for your visas! You two are making the best “move to Portugal” videos available. It’s a real service! Thank you! ♥️

[vossierebel]

Thanks for your efforts in trying to help others! I'm currently doing my homework and checking options - I will email you in due course for assistance!! Thanks again!

[bobbyedelson]

What great information! I've already passed this on to friends coming to scout out portal, as they were hearing a lot of misinformation. Awesome job❗️

[JonesTravelers]

Another great video to keep us up to date. I didn't see him cover the extension of Visas etc. by the Portugal government through June 2025. Our residents permit expired last month so we were under the impression that we had that extension period to finally get through the portal or get an AIMA appointment. Hoping Portugal lets us back in when we return from Turkey this November with expired residence permits.

[asgharnadeem]

Excellent efforts for showing Portugal bright face.

[lilly]

Good info. thank you. I think I'll be stuck here in Bristol, Tn. for another two years.

[carollee]

Great video what is the contact info for the attorney that is interviewed?

[StorytellerSueW]

So, so bummed about the NHR VISA changes. I am now pivoting to Southern France as my retirement destination. At least for the shorter term (mid 2025 -> ?) Will keep my fingers crossed for a better outcome to restore or revamp the NHR situation.

[sgill]

What about the grandfathered applications backlog?

[payalakumar]

I have been waiting since 5months!!! for a slot to open in India for the DIGITAL NOMAD - AND NO INFORMATION HAS BEEN SHARED ANYWHERE :(

[aheadtime]

I like the way you present the information Iam getting my papers to move to Portugal hopefully this year Thanks for helping us to understand the process to move to Portugal

[nandonando]

Can you make a video or speak about how an EU citizen's transition may be compared to say an american or canadian? For example, healthcare, residency, real estate purchasing... If I am already a citizen of another European country, do I have access to Portuguese healthcare right away, better rates for schools, benefits in purchasing real estate or access to better interest rates, etc? Do I need to apply for portuguese residency/citizenship still? What are other differences and pros/cons of moving to Portugal while already having a passport for the EU? Thanks guys, watch all of your vids!

[thecryptostrategist]

Any ideas on residence requirements in Portugal after the citizenship submission is delivered? I want to submit and leave and just return to pick it up, however long it takes. Like you, I am about a year and change from initiation of the process.

[pedritu]

It was sad indeed 😭😭😭😭 penalties suck.

[bellychic]

What happens when you qualify to apply for citizenship at the 5 year point but in the meantime, your temporary residence card also expires? Are you supposed to renew the temporary at the same time you wait for the citizenship? Thanks!

[debbiemyers]

I want to move there I do t won’t go work just relax and enjoy

[adj]

From where you are doing A2 level portuguese certificate?

[deelaber]

i was asked a question from some usa folks that would like to move to portugal. her husband has traumatic brain injury and need home health, k have no experience in this area. do you know anyone who knows about it.

[jameo]

Thanks for doing chapters so we can skip the kid stuff

[odetemoura]

I am Poruguese. My positioi is: Tourist VIsa is for tourism. ONLY. Portuguese voters made it clear that there is a need to stop. This scam. Why do you think the law changed!!! Ando no political party made a fuss!!! I have ZERO respect for lawyers, their objective ; make money. This lawyer made a very rosy speach, encouring clients to go to the Supreme Court, hope he does it for free. Forget to mention that Portugal is in the EU. I have no doubts that in the near future the EU is going to tighten the rules. Also, that in a democracy VOTERS count. I have a relative, that had a flat to rent, was contected by a lawyer, saying that he had a client interested. No problem. He was here in a tourist visa, he (lawyer) had contacted the Supreme Court to get him a resident permit. He made used of all the 'legal' hype to impress. Waste of time, not impressed. When he insisted, remainded him that even the Supreme Court is not above the Portuguese Constitution. Have not heard from him since.