{"id":1715,"date":"2021-11-03T11:13:27","date_gmt":"2021-11-03T11:13:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/kabayanremit.com\/blog\/?p=1715"},"modified":"2021-11-03T11:13:27","modified_gmt":"2021-11-03T11:13:27","slug":"moving-to-portugal-filipinos","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/kabayanremit.com\/blog\/lifestyle\/moving-to-portugal-filipinos\/","title":{"rendered":"Moving to Portugal: A guide for Filipinos"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wpb-content-wrapper\"><div class=\"vc_row wpb_row vc_row-fluid\"><div class=\"wpb_column vc_column_container vc_col-sm-12\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element  vc_custom_1635263747495\" >\n\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<p><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Are you thinking of moving to Portugal? Make sure to follow this checklist if you plan to migrate to this beautiful Iberian country as a Filipino citizen.\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element  vc_custom_1635263756660\" >\n\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<p>Situated along the Atlantic coast of the Iberian Peninsula neighbouring Spain, Portugal is a fascinating European country rich in history. It is, in fact, one of the oldest states in Europe that have gone through several historical events and was once continental Europe&#8217;s powerhouse.<\/p>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element  vc_custom_1635263764824\" >\n\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<p>Though often overlooked by foreign travellers, the country has plenty to offer. From its awe-inspiring beauty to delightful food, and warm and welcoming locals, Portugal is an excellent choice of country to relocate to.<\/p>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element  vc_custom_1635263773939\" >\n\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<p>If you&#8217;re considering moving to Portugal, you might have a few questions on what you need to get done for a smoother relocation. Although the process is relatively straightforward, we covered a few topics to address a few questions you might have, including the following:<\/p>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element  vc_custom_1635263808822\" >\n\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<ul>\n<li class=\"heightli\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Information about Portugal<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"heightli\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Portuguese visa requirements for Philippine passport holders<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"heightli\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Cost of living in Portugal<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"heightli\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Opening a Portuguese bank account<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"heightli\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Finding accommodation in Portugal<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"heightli\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Understanding the Portuguese healthcare system<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"heightli\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Sending money from Portugal to the Philippines<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: left\" class=\"vc_custom_heading vc_custom_1635263942679\" >About Portugal<\/h2>\n\t<div  class=\"wpb_single_image wpb_content_element vc_align_left\">\n\t\t\n\t\t<figure class=\"wpb_wrapper vc_figure\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"vc_single_image-wrapper   vc_box_border_grey\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1594\" height=\"836\" src=\"https:\/\/kabayanremit.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/about-Portugal.jpg\" class=\"vc_single_image-img attachment-full\" alt=\"About Portugal\" title=\"About Portugal\" srcset=\"https:\/\/kabayanremit.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/about-Portugal.jpg 1594w, https:\/\/kabayanremit.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/about-Portugal-300x157.jpg 300w, https:\/\/kabayanremit.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/about-Portugal-1024x537.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/kabayanremit.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/about-Portugal-768x403.jpg 768w, https:\/\/kabayanremit.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/about-Portugal-1536x806.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1594px) 100vw, 1594px\" \/><\/div>\n\t\t<\/figure>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element  vc_custom_1635264281418\" >\n\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<p>From ancient castles and cobblestone villages to vibrant cities and pristine beaches, Portugal has a multitude to offer. Given its location, it shares geographic and cultural similarities to Northern Europe and Mediterranean countries.<\/p>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element  vc_custom_1635264289690\" >\n\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">The latest migration data shows that Portugal is becoming a popular destination amongst migrants and has been voted as the best place to live in 2022 for expats, according to the latest\u00a0<\/span><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/www.expatexchange.com\/article\/5674\/Expat-Survey-Portugal-Tops-2022-List-of-Best-Countries-for-Expats\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Expats Exchange survey<\/span><\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">. If this excites you, then you should consider moving to Portugal.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element  vc_custom_1635264298959\" >\n\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<p>Here are some other key facts about Portugal to give you a clearer picture of the country:<\/p>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element  vc_custom_1635264309671\" >\n\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<p><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Official Name:\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Portuguese Republic, Portuguese Republica Portuguesa<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Capital:\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Lisbon<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Population:\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">10.1 million (<\/span><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/www.worldometers.info\/world-population\/portugal-population\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Worldometer<\/span><\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">, 2021)<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Official Language:<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u00a0Portuguese<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Climate:\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Portugal generally has a warm temperate climate. Though the country&#8217;s northern region is typically colder and experiences more rainfalls, the southern area is sunnier and warmer. If you&#8217;re moving to Portugal from the Philippines, expect more frigid weather and seasonal changes.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: left\" class=\"vc_custom_heading vc_custom_1635264357116\" >Portuguese visa requirements for Philippine passport holders<\/h2>\n\t<div  class=\"wpb_single_image wpb_content_element vc_align_left\">\n\t\t\n\t\t<figure class=\"wpb_wrapper vc_figure\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"vc_single_image-wrapper   vc_box_border_grey\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1594\" height=\"836\" src=\"https:\/\/kabayanremit.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/portuguese-visa.jpg\" class=\"vc_single_image-img attachment-full\" alt=\"Portuguese visa requirements for Philippine passport holders\" title=\"Portuguese visa requirements for Philippine passport holders\" srcset=\"https:\/\/kabayanremit.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/portuguese-visa.jpg 1594w, https:\/\/kabayanremit.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/portuguese-visa-300x157.jpg 300w, https:\/\/kabayanremit.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/portuguese-visa-1024x537.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/kabayanremit.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/portuguese-visa-768x403.jpg 768w, https:\/\/kabayanremit.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/portuguese-visa-1536x806.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1594px) 100vw, 1594px\" \/><\/div>\n\t\t<\/figure>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element  vc_custom_1635264445939\" >\n\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<p>Whatever your reason is for moving to Portugal or visiting the country, you would need a visa to enter the country if you hold a Philippine passport.<\/p>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element  vc_custom_1635264627792\" >\n\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<p>There are three different types of Portuguese visas Filipino citizens can apply for, depending on the intended length of stay:<\/p>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element  vc_custom_1635264653691\" >\n\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<ul>\n<li class=\"heightli\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">For up to 90 days: Short Stay visa or Schengen visa<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"heightli\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">For up to one year: Temporary Stay National visa<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"heightli\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">For over a year: Long Stay National visa or Residency visa<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element  vc_custom_1635264669270\" >\n\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<p>If you plan to reside in Portugal, you would need either the Temporary Stay National visa or Long Stay National visa. The Schengen visa is only valid for 90 days and is only applicable to those travelling for tourism, business, temporary work and family visit purposes.<\/p>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element  vc_custom_1635264678479\" >\n\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<p>To apply for the Temporary Stay visa or Long Stay visa, you will need the following documents:<\/p>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element  vc_custom_1635264827722\" >\n\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<ul>\n<li class=\"heightli\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Valid identification or passport<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"heightli\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Two passport photos<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"heightli\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Valid health insurance<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"heightli\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Proof of accommodation<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"heightli\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Details of return travel\u00a0<\/span><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">(for Temporary Stay visa only)<\/span><\/strong><\/li>\n<li class=\"heightli\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Financial evidence that you can support yourself<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"heightli\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Access to criminal records<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element  vc_custom_1635264839175\" >\n\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<p>You also need to be aware that Residency visas are only valid for 4 months and only allow 2 entries. You would need to request a residency permit to stay in Portugal longer.<\/p>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element  vc_custom_1635264846931\" >\n\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<p>On the other hand, Temporary Stay visas are valid throughout your stay in the country and allow multiple entries.<\/p>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element  vc_custom_1635264858368\" >\n\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">For more information on Temporary Stay and Residency visas, click\u00a0<\/span><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/vistos.mne.gov.pt\/en\/national-visas\/general-information\/type-of-visa\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">here<\/span><\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: left\" class=\"vc_custom_heading vc_custom_1635264932981\" >Cost of living in Portugal<\/h2>\n\t<div  class=\"wpb_single_image wpb_content_element vc_align_left\">\n\t\t\n\t\t<figure class=\"wpb_wrapper vc_figure\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"vc_single_image-wrapper   vc_box_border_grey\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1594\" height=\"836\" src=\"https:\/\/kabayanremit.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/cost-of-living-2.jpg\" class=\"vc_single_image-img attachment-full\" alt=\"Cost of living in Portugal\" title=\"Cost of living in Portugal\" srcset=\"https:\/\/kabayanremit.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/cost-of-living-2.jpg 1594w, https:\/\/kabayanremit.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/cost-of-living-2-300x157.jpg 300w, https:\/\/kabayanremit.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/cost-of-living-2-1024x537.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/kabayanremit.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/cost-of-living-2-768x403.jpg 768w, https:\/\/kabayanremit.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/cost-of-living-2-1536x806.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1594px) 100vw, 1594px\" \/><\/div>\n\t\t<\/figure>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element  vc_custom_1635324868291\" >\n\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<p>The prices of goods and services in Portugal are reasonably different than those of the Philippines&#8217;. However, the living costs are generally cheaper in Portugal compared to other European countries.<\/p>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element  vc_custom_1635324875948\" >\n\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Here&#8217;s a breakdown from\u00a0<\/span><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/www.numbeo.com\/cost-of-living\/country_result.jsp?country=Portugal#:~:text=Summary%3A,lower%20than%20in%20United%20States.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Numbeo<\/span><\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u00a0to give you an idea of what the prices are like of products and services in the country:<\/span><\/p>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: left\" class=\"vc_custom_heading vc_custom_1635324911477\" >Accommodation (Monthly Rent)<\/h4>\n\t<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element  vc_custom_1635324925949\" >\n\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<p><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">City Centre<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">1 bedroom apartment: \u20ac581.08<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">3 bedroom apartment: \u20ac1,014.25<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Outside the City Centre<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">1 bedroom apartment: \u20ac454.92<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">3 bedroom apartment: \u20ac742.70<\/span><\/p>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: left\" class=\"vc_custom_heading vc_custom_1635324960106\" >Utilities (Monthly Bills)<\/h4>\n\t<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element  vc_custom_1635324973350\" >\n\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<p>Apartment Electricity, Water, Heating\/Cooling (85 sqm apartment): \u20ac102.42<br \/>\nInternet: \u20ac33.64<\/p>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: left\" class=\"vc_custom_heading vc_custom_1635324988540\" >Groceries<\/h4>\n\t<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element  vc_custom_1635325003524\" >\n\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<p>Rice (1kg): \u20ac0.92<br \/>\nLoaf of Bread (500g): \u20ac1.10<br \/>\nChicken (1kg): \u20ac4.96<br \/>\nBeef (1kg): \u20ac9.00<br \/>\nMilk (1 litre): \u20ac0.63<br \/>\nEggs (1 dozen): \u20ac1.73<br \/>\nWater (1.5 litres): \u20ac0.54<\/p>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: left\" class=\"vc_custom_heading vc_custom_1635325013205\" >Transportation<\/h4>\n\t<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element  vc_custom_1635325023871\" >\n\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<p>One-way Transport Ticket: \u20ac1.65<br \/>\nMonthly Pass: \u20ac40.00<br \/>\nGasoline (1 lire): \u20ac1.56<br \/>\nTaxi (1km): \u20ac0.68<\/p>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: left\" class=\"vc_custom_heading vc_custom_1635325261514\" >Opening a Portuguese bank account<\/h2>\n\t<div  class=\"wpb_single_image wpb_content_element vc_align_left\">\n\t\t\n\t\t<figure class=\"wpb_wrapper vc_figure\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"vc_single_image-wrapper   vc_box_border_grey\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1594\" height=\"836\" src=\"https:\/\/kabayanremit.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/opening-a-bank-account.jpg\" class=\"vc_single_image-img attachment-full\" alt=\"Opening a Portuguese bank account\" title=\"Opening a Portuguese bank account\" srcset=\"https:\/\/kabayanremit.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/opening-a-bank-account.jpg 1594w, https:\/\/kabayanremit.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/opening-a-bank-account-300x157.jpg 300w, https:\/\/kabayanremit.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/opening-a-bank-account-1024x537.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/kabayanremit.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/opening-a-bank-account-768x403.jpg 768w, https:\/\/kabayanremit.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/opening-a-bank-account-1536x806.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1594px) 100vw, 1594px\" \/><\/div>\n\t\t<\/figure>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element  vc_custom_1635325070462\" >\n\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<p>One of the things you need to get done when relocating to a different country is opening a bank account. If you&#8217;re moving to Portugal for long-term residency, opening a Portuguese bank account will make it much easier to manage your finances.<\/p>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element  vc_custom_1635325080104\" >\n\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<p>Though it&#8217;s quite tricky to open a bank account in certain countries, the great news is that it&#8217;s relatively easy to open one in Portugal. However, it&#8217;s important to note that not all Portuguese banks accept online applications. Most Portuguese banks would still require you to visit a local branch to make an application in person.<\/p>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element  vc_custom_1635325096991\" >\n\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<p>To open a Portuguese bank account, make sure to have the following required documents ready for a faster and smoother application process:<\/p>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element  vc_custom_1635937911158\" >\n\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<ul>\n<li class=\"heightli\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Portuguese Tax Number or NIF\u00a0<\/span><em><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">(N\u00famero de Identifica\u00e7\u00e3o Fiscal) &#8211;\u00a0<\/span><\/em><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">you can get one through a representative, either a lawyer or financial representative<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"heightli\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Proof of identification (e.g. passport)<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"heightli\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Proof of address (e.g. recent utility bill)<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"heightli\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Proof of employment (e.g. employment contract or payslip)<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"heightli\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Portuguese mobile number (to activate through SMS)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element  vc_custom_1635325133291\" >\n\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<p>Some Portuguese banks also require a cash deposit of at least \u20ac250 when opening a new account.<\/p>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element  vc_custom_1635325143428\" >\n\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<p>Once you have your documents ready, you will need to find the best bank to accommodate your needs. There are several local Portuguese banks you can choose from, including Banco BPI, Banco Santander Totta, Caixa Geral de Depositos, Millenium BCP and Novo Banco.<\/p>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element  vc_custom_1635325170200\" >\n\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<p>It is best to do your research beforehand to find out which bank is the most suitable for you.<\/p>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element  vc_custom_1635937937659\" >\n\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<p>However, you may also opt in for big international banks, such as Barclays, Citibank, Deutsche Bank, ING Bank and many more.<\/p>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: left\" class=\"vc_custom_heading vc_custom_1635325251278\" >Finding accommodation in Portugal<\/h2>\n\t<div  class=\"wpb_single_image wpb_content_element vc_align_left\">\n\t\t\n\t\t<figure class=\"wpb_wrapper vc_figure\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"vc_single_image-wrapper   vc_box_border_grey\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1594\" height=\"836\" src=\"https:\/\/kabayanremit.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/finding-accommodation-2.jpg\" class=\"vc_single_image-img attachment-full\" alt=\"Finding accommodation in Portugal\" title=\"Finding accommodation in Portugal\" srcset=\"https:\/\/kabayanremit.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/finding-accommodation-2.jpg 1594w, https:\/\/kabayanremit.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/finding-accommodation-2-300x157.jpg 300w, https:\/\/kabayanremit.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/finding-accommodation-2-1024x537.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/kabayanremit.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/finding-accommodation-2-768x403.jpg 768w, https:\/\/kabayanremit.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/finding-accommodation-2-1536x806.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1594px) 100vw, 1594px\" \/><\/div>\n\t\t<\/figure>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element  vc_custom_1635325321567\" >\n\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<p>Migrants planning on moving to Portugal need to start researching accommodation before flying to the country. With plenty of options to choose from, from deluxe condominiums to luxury villas and rustic houses, it can be quite overwhelming to find the best home for you.<\/p>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element  vc_custom_1635325335599\" >\n\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<p>The prices of properties in Portugal are typically reasonable relative to the salary individuals receive. However, it&#8217;s essential to know that prices tend to vary depending on the property&#8217;s location. For instance, properties in Lisbon and Porto are generally more expensive than those located in smaller towns and suburbs.<\/p>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element  vc_custom_1635325347762\" >\n\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<p>You also need to take into consideration whether you&#8217;ll purchase or rent a property. For newcomers, it&#8217;s usually advisable to rent first to have a better understanding of the country and city you&#8217;ll live in. However, you can consider purchasing property in Portugal as an investment, as prices are continually rising in the country.<\/p>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element  vc_custom_1635325360565\" >\n\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<p>You can start looking for accommodation online or find a real estate agent, especially if you don&#8217;t speak much Portuguese. If you&#8217;re renting, you will then need to prepare the following:<\/p>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element  vc_custom_1635325386829\" >\n\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<ul>\n<li class=\"heightli\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Portuguese Tax Identification Number or NIF\u00a0<\/span><em><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">(<\/span><\/em><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/eportugal.gov.pt\/en\/servicos\/pedir-o-numero-de-identificacao-fiscal-para-pessoa-singular\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><em><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">N\u00famero de Identifica\u00e7\u00e3o Fiscal<\/span><\/em><\/a><em><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">)<\/span><\/em><\/li>\n<li class=\"heightli\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Identification documents<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"heightli\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Contract\u00a0<\/span><em><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">(Contrato de Arrandamento)<\/span><\/em><\/li>\n<li class=\"heightli\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Security deposit<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: left\" class=\"vc_custom_heading vc_custom_1635325416053\" >Understanding the Portuguese healthcare system<\/h2>\n\t<div  class=\"wpb_single_image wpb_content_element vc_align_left\">\n\t\t\n\t\t<figure class=\"wpb_wrapper vc_figure\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"vc_single_image-wrapper   vc_box_border_grey\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1594\" height=\"836\" src=\"https:\/\/kabayanremit.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/healthcare.jpg\" class=\"vc_single_image-img attachment-full\" alt=\"Understanding the Portuguese healthcare system\" title=\"Understanding the Portuguese healthcare system\" srcset=\"https:\/\/kabayanremit.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/healthcare.jpg 1594w, https:\/\/kabayanremit.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/healthcare-300x157.jpg 300w, https:\/\/kabayanremit.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/healthcare-1024x537.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/kabayanremit.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/healthcare-768x403.jpg 768w, https:\/\/kabayanremit.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/healthcare-1536x806.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1594px) 100vw, 1594px\" \/><\/div>\n\t\t<\/figure>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element  vc_custom_1635325450153\" >\n\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<p>Portugal offers both public and private healthcare services. However, to give you a better understanding of Portuguese healthcare, the country&#8217;s three different systems include:<\/p>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element  vc_custom_1635325493081\" >\n\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<ul>\n<li class=\"heightli\"><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sns.gov.pt\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><em><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Servico Nacional de Saude<\/span><\/em><\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u00a0or SNS (National Health Service)<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"heightli\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Private healthcare<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"heightli\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Special social health insurance schemes (health subsystems) are based on public sector jobs (e.g. military, police, etc.)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element  vc_custom_1635325504793\" >\n\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Legal foreign residents in Portugal can usually access the country&#8217;s public healthcare. It is managed by the Ministry of Health\u00a0<\/span><em><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">(<\/span><\/em><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sns.gov.pt\/institucional\/ministerio-da-saude\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><em><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Minist\u00e9rio de Sa\u00fade<\/span><\/em><\/a><em><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">),\u00a0<\/span><\/em><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">and it covers a range of healthcare services, including consultation, childbirth, specialist care and some dental care.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element  vc_custom_1635325518696\" >\n\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<p>As Portugal&#8217;s healthcare standards are high, most residents choose to utilise subsidised state health services and pay a small fee towards contribution costs. Nonetheless, you still have the option to opt for private healthcare.<\/p>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element  vc_custom_1635325547963\" >\n\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<p>To register for public healthcare in Portugal as a foreign resident, you will need the following:<\/p>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element  vc_custom_1635325569866\" >\n\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<ul>\n<li class=\"heightli\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Valid identification (e.g. passport or national ID card)<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"heightli\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Residence permit<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"heightli\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Social security card<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element  vc_custom_1635325584780\" >\n\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">For more information on Portuguese healthcare, visit the\u00a0<\/span><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sns.gov.pt\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">SNS<\/span><\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u00a0website.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: left\" class=\"vc_custom_heading vc_custom_1635325669295\" >Sending money to the Philippines from Portugal<\/h2>\n\t<div  class=\"wpb_single_image wpb_content_element vc_align_left\">\n\t\t\n\t\t<figure class=\"wpb_wrapper vc_figure\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"vc_single_image-wrapper   vc_box_border_grey\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1594\" height=\"836\" src=\"https:\/\/kabayanremit.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/send-money-1.jpg\" class=\"vc_single_image-img attachment-full\" alt=\"Sending money to the Philippines from Portugal\" title=\"Sending money to the Philippines from Portugal\" srcset=\"https:\/\/kabayanremit.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/send-money-1.jpg 1594w, https:\/\/kabayanremit.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/send-money-1-300x157.jpg 300w, https:\/\/kabayanremit.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/send-money-1-1024x537.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/kabayanremit.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/send-money-1-768x403.jpg 768w, https:\/\/kabayanremit.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/10\/send-money-1-1536x806.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1594px) 100vw, 1594px\" \/><\/div>\n\t\t<\/figure>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element  vc_custom_1635325697290\" >\n\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<p>After moving to Portugal, you may want to stay connected to your family in the Philippines. Sending money is the best way to show your love for them despite being thousands of miles away from home.<\/p>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element  vc_custom_1635325881801\" >\n\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<p><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/kabayanremit.com\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Kabayan Remit<\/span><\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u00a0will soon resume its operations in Europe, so you will be able to send money to your loved ones from Portugal with high exchange rates, low service fees and instant payout.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element  vc_custom_1635325724141\" >\n\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<p>With a great understanding of the needs of overseas Filipino workers, Kabayan Remit provides a fast, affordable, reliable and convenient way to send money to the Philippines.<\/p>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element  vc_custom_1635326095519\" >\n\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<p>You can sign up with Kabayan Remit by clicking <a href=\"https:\/\/bit.ly\/app-kabayan-remit\">here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\t<div class=\"wpb_text_column wpb_content_element  vc_custom_1635325736680\" >\n\t\t<div class=\"wpb_wrapper\">\n\t\t\t<p>If you need help with your remittance, you can also contact Kabayan Remit&#8217;s bilingual customer team at any time of the day.<\/p>\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Are you thinking of moving to Portugal? 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