Hear experts discuss the process of moving to Portugal and expat life in Portugal, answering questions about Portugal immigration. Get essential tips for a smooth relocation and insights into life in Portugal as you consider moving abroad. Learn from experienced expats in Portugal and avoid common pitfalls.

Join live behind the scenes with our favourite Dream Team members to get expert answers to all your questions about moving to Portugal. There is a new link for each session - https://expatsportugal.com/calendar-whats-on/

ℹ️ Need help? Contact our experts - https://expatsportugal.com/services/

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About the Expats Portugal Online Town Hall

In a world full of conflicting advice and outdated information, get the facts that matter—directly from professionals who know Portugal inside and out. This live session cuts through the noise with honest, practical answers to your real-life questions.

Topics include:

What’s really happening in Portuguese news

The truth about visas and immigration

Healthcare and insurance—what works and what doesn’t

Relocation services that actually help

Currency updates that could impact your finances

Legal realities, not just theory

The real estate market—beyond the sales pitch

And more insights for living well in Portugal

No fluff. No sales talk. Just straight answers from people who know what they’re talking about.

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*ABOUT EXPATS PORTUGAL* 

https://expatsportugal.com/

Since 2005, Expats Portugal has been assisting people in finding the information, contacts & support they need to migrate to, settle in, & enjoy Portugal!

Having already been through the process ourselves, our team is keen to assist in making the process smoother, help you avoid costly mistakes, & get the most out of Portugal, sooner!

Through our many years of experience, we've built & continue to grow our excellent network of trusted professionals; bringing you the most reliable & up-to-date advice, as well as negotiating exclusive discounts on your behalf. We enjoy sharing our contacts, knowledge & experience to offer extra support in all aspects of moving to Portugal.

*COMMUNITY* - Our network of 16k+ members come from all over the globe, all united by our interest in & love for Portugal. We connect through our community forum & events.

*SUPPORT & INFORMATION* - In addition to the wealth of information on our YouTube channel, you can ask questions & search through thousands of useful forum posts to find all you need. Everything from: country-specific information such as, moving to Portugal from the USA, D7, D8 & Golden Visas, Portuguese citizenship & residency, tax in Portugal, NHR tax breaks, buying & renting property, the best places to live, retiring in Portugal, healthcare & medical insurance, Brits in Portugal & so much more! - https://expatsportugal.com/community/

*EXTRA SUPPORT* - You don't have to struggle through this alone! See our membership options - https://expatsportugal.com/join-us/

*EVENTS* - Online & in-person events to get you the expert information you need & the opportunity to make new friends in Portugal & worldwide - https://expatsportugal.com/calendar-whats-on/

*KEEP UPDATED* - Join our community &/or mailing list - https://www.expatsportugal.com/

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Pet insurance in Portugal is an important consideration for anyone moving to Portugal with pets or already living here with a cat or dog. What does pet insurance cover, how much does it cost, and what should you know about veterinary costs, liability insurance and policy exclusions?

In this episode, we explore pet insurance in Portugal, including health cover, third-party liability, age limits, waiting periods and the rules pet owners need to understand. Whether you're planning your move to Portugal, settling into life here or have lived in Portugal for years, discover the options available and the questions worth asking before choosing a policy.

From veterinary consultations, treatments and vaccines to waiting periods, age limits and exclusions, we look at the details that can make a difference when comparing pet insurance policies. We also discuss pet microchipping and registration, insurance requirements for certain dogs, and the costs pet owners may encounter.

Whether you're planning a move to Portugal, bringing your pets from abroad, settling into a new home or have lived in Portugal for years, this practical discussion will help you understand the options and the questions worth asking before you need to make a claim.

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📍 CHAPTERS

00:00 Welcome and Overview

00:14 Pet Insurance in Portugal: The Basics

00:39 Pet Liability Insurance vs Health Cover

01:07 Dangerous Dogs in Portugal: Insurance Rules

02:14 Insurance for Other Pets and Horses

04:51 Why Pet Insurance Matters in Portugal

06:41 Mandatory Liability Cover, Microchipping and Registration

07:49 Pet Insurance Age Limits and Exclusions

09:19 What Does Pet Insurance Cover?

11:27 Pet Liability Insurance: Important Exclusions

13:06 Pet Insurance Costs in Portugal: A Member's Experience

17:20 Working Dogs and Liability Insurance

20:34 Pet Insurance Waiting Periods and Key Takeaways

22:08 Final Questions and Insurance Discounts

24:15 Transition to the Dream Team

About Winsurance

Moving to a new country comes with enough challenges without having to navigate complex insurance policies on your own. Nuno and the team at Winsurance help people moving to and living in Portugal understand their insurance options and find cover suited to their needs.

From health and home insurance to vehicles, travel and business cover, Winsurance offers guidance in clear English, helping you compare options and make informed decisions with confidence.

Find out more about insurance services in Portugal:

👉 https://expatsportugal.com/expert-service/best-insurance-policies-in-portugal/

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Moving to Portugal or already living here?

At Expats Portugal, we're a community helping people make informed decisions, avoid common pitfalls and build a life they love in Portugal.

Since 2005, we've brought people together with practical information, trusted experts, a community forum, expert-led events and opportunities to connect with others who understand the experience of moving to and living in Portugal.

Whether you're researching your move, navigating the practicalities of settling in or looking for connections after years here, you don't have to work everything out alone.

🇵🇹 Explore Expats Portugal

🌐 Website: https://expatsportugal.com/

More than a webinar. It's a community.

One Community. One Conversation. Every Week.

This video is part of the Expats Portugal Live Forum, our regular community session featuring Portugal news, expert insights and member questions. We cover topics that matter to people moving to Portugal as well as those already settled here, helping our community make informed decisions and avoid costly mistakes.

📅 See upcoming webinars, forums and community events: https://expatsportugal.com/calendar-whats-on/

💬 Need expert help with residency, visas, property, taxation, healthcare, insurance or relocating to Portugal?

Find trusted professionals here: https://expatsportugal.com/experts-we-trust/

About Expats Portugal

Expats Portugal is a community dedicated to helping people successfully move to Portugal and enjoy life here with confidence. Through expert webinars, community forums, trusted services, practical guides and member support, we help people understand the realities of living in Portugal before and after their move.

🌐 Learn more: https://expatsportugal.com

#Portugal #MovingToPortugal #LivingInPortugal #PortugalResidency #PortugalImmigration

Thinking about moving to Portugal, considering a move to a different part of the country, buying property in Portugal, renting a home in Portugal, or planning a relocation scouting trip? In this video, relocation expert Miguel Tabuada of Moviinn (relocation experts for Portugal and Spain) shares practical advice on how to choose the right region, city, town and neighbourhood for your new life in Portugal.

Whether you're retiring in Portugal, relocating with family, working remotely, buying property in Portugal, renting a home in Portugal, investing in Portuguese real estate, or simply exploring your options, you'll learn how to plan an effective property scouting trip, avoid costly mistakes, narrow down your search areas, and make informed decisions before making the move.

Topics include Lisbon, Porto, Cascais, Setúbal, Coimbra, Braga, Guimarães, Évora, Portuguese real estate, buying a house in Portugal, renting property in Portugal, choosing where to live in Portugal, relocation planning, schools, healthcare, lifestyle considerations, neighbourhood selection, property viewings, and the key questions every expat should ask before moving to Portugal.

Whether you're exploring Portugal for the first time or looking for your next home in a different part of the country, this discussion will help you make better use of your scouting trip and assess which locations suit your needs and lifestyle.

Find out more about Miguel Tabuada and Moviinn: https://expatsportugal.com/expert-service/home-buyers-assistance/

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📍 CHAPTERS

00:00 Planning the Perfect Property Scouting Trip in Portugal

01:12 Miguel Tabuada's Relocation Experience

02:58 How Moovin Helps People Move to Portugal

04:05 How to Choose the Right Region, Town and Neighbourhood

07:44 What to Research Before Moving to Portugal

10:30 Common Property Scouting Mistakes to Avoid

12:55 Why a Scouting Trip Is Not a Holiday

15:48 Sample Portugal Scouting Trip Itinerary

17:58 Property Viewing Tips for Expats

20:12 Emerging Regions and Hidden Gems in Portugal

22:45 Relocation Checklist and When to Start Planning

24:40 Final Advice for a Successful Move to Portugal

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🇵🇹 Considering Moving to Portugal or Already Living Here?

Expats Portugal supports people at every stage of their Portugal journey, whether you're researching a move, applying for residency, relocating your family, buying property in Portugal, renting a home, retiring overseas, working remotely as a digital nomad, investing in Portuguese real estate, or already settled in Portugal.

Our community provides trusted guidance on Portuguese visas, residency, NIF numbers, banking, healthcare, taxation, insurance, property purchases, rental contracts, driving, legal matters, bureaucracy and day-to-day life in Portugal through expert webinars, Q&A sessions, events and community support.

Join thousands of members around the world who are planning, building or already enjoying their life in Portugal:

🌐 https://expatsportugal.com/

#MovingToPortugal #LivingInPortugal #PortugalProperty #PortugalRelocation #HouseHuntingPortugal #ExpatsPortugal

Hear experts discuss the process of moving to Portugal and expat life in Portugal, answering questions about Portugal immigration. Get essential tips for a smooth relocation and insights into life in Portugal as you consider moving abroad. Learn from experienced expats in Portugal and avoid common pitfalls.

Join live behind the scenes with our favourite Dream Team members to get expert answers to all your questions about moving to Portugal. There is a new link for each session - https://expatsportugal.com/calendar-whats-on/

ℹ️ Need help? Contact our experts - https://expatsportugal.com/services/

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About the Expats Portugal Online Town Hall

In a world full of conflicting advice and outdated information, get the facts that matter—directly from professionals who know Portugal inside and out. This live session cuts through the noise with honest, practical answers to your real-life questions.

Topics include:

What’s really happening in Portuguese news

The truth about visas and immigration

Healthcare and insurance—what works and what doesn’t

Relocation services that actually help

Currency updates that could impact your finances

Legal realities, not just theory

The real estate market—beyond the sales pitch

And more insights for living well in Portugal

No fluff. No sales talk. Just straight answers from people who know what they’re talking about.

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*ABOUT EXPATS PORTUGAL* 

https://expatsportugal.com/

Since 2005, Expats Portugal has been assisting people in finding the information, contacts & support they need to migrate to, settle in, & enjoy Portugal!

Having already been through the process ourselves, our team is keen to assist in making the process smoother, help you avoid costly mistakes, & get the most out of Portugal, sooner!

Through our many years of experience, we've built & continue to grow our excellent network of trusted professionals; bringing you the most reliable & up-to-date advice, as well as negotiating exclusive discounts on your behalf. We enjoy sharing our contacts, knowledge & experience to offer extra support in all aspects of moving to Portugal.

*COMMUNITY* - Our network of 16k+ members come from all over the globe, all united by our interest in & love for Portugal. We connect through our community forum & events.

*SUPPORT & INFORMATION* - In addition to the wealth of information on our YouTube channel, you can ask questions & search through thousands of useful forum posts to find all you need. Everything from: country-specific information such as, moving to Portugal from the USA, D7, D8 & Golden Visas, Portuguese citizenship & residency, tax in Portugal, NHR tax breaks, buying & renting property, the best places to live, retiring in Portugal, healthcare & medical insurance, Brits in Portugal & so much more! - https://expatsportugal.com/community/

*EXTRA SUPPORT* - You don't have to struggle through this alone! See our membership options - https://expatsportugal.com/join-us/

*EVENTS* - Online & in-person events to get you the expert information you need & the opportunity to make new friends in Portugal & worldwide - https://expatsportugal.com/calendar-whats-on/

*KEEP UPDATED* - Join our community &/or mailing list - https://www.expatsportugal.com/

#AIMA #movingtoportugal #expatexperts #expatsinportugal #portugalvisas #livinginportugal #portugal #portugalnews

Hear experts discuss the process of moving to Portugal and expat life in Portugal, answering questions about Portugal immigration. Get essential tips for a smooth relocation and insights into life in Portugal as you consider moving abroad. Learn from experienced expats in Portugal and avoid common pitfalls.

Join live behind the scenes with our favourite Dream Team members to get expert answers to all your questions about moving to Portugal. There is a new link for each session - https://expatsportugal.com/calendar-whats-on/

ℹ️ Need help? Contact our experts - https://expatsportugal.com/services/

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About the Expats Portugal Online Town Hall

In a world full of conflicting advice and outdated information, get the facts that matter—directly from professionals who know Portugal inside and out. This live session cuts through the noise with honest, practical answers to your real-life questions.

Topics include:

What’s really happening in Portuguese news

The truth about visas and immigration

Healthcare and insurance—what works and what doesn’t

Relocation services that actually help

Currency updates that could impact your finances

Legal realities, not just theory

The real estate market—beyond the sales pitch

And more insights for living well in Portugal

No fluff. No sales talk. Just straight answers from people who know what they’re talking about.

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*ABOUT EXPATS PORTUGAL* 

https://expatsportugal.com/

Since 2005, Expats Portugal has been assisting people in finding the information, contacts & support they need to migrate to, settle in, & enjoy Portugal!

Having already been through the process ourselves, our team is keen to assist in making the process smoother, help you avoid costly mistakes, & get the most out of Portugal, sooner!

Through our many years of experience, we've built & continue to grow our excellent network of trusted professionals; bringing you the most reliable & up-to-date advice, as well as negotiating exclusive discounts on your behalf. We enjoy sharing our contacts, knowledge & experience to offer extra support in all aspects of moving to Portugal.

*COMMUNITY* - Our network of 16k+ members come from all over the globe, all united by our interest in & love for Portugal. We connect through our community forum & events.

*SUPPORT & INFORMATION* - In addition to the wealth of information on our YouTube channel, you can ask questions & search through thousands of useful forum posts to find all you need. Everything from: country-specific information such as, moving to Portugal from the USA, D7, D8 & Golden Visas, Portuguese citizenship & residency, tax in Portugal, NHR tax breaks, buying & renting property, the best places to live, retiring in Portugal, healthcare & medical insurance, Brits in Portugal & so much more! - https://expatsportugal.com/community/

*EXTRA SUPPORT* - You don't have to struggle through this alone! See our membership options - https://expatsportugal.com/join-us/

*EVENTS* - Online & in-person events to get you the expert information you need & the opportunity to make new friends in Portugal & worldwide - https://expatsportugal.com/calendar-whats-on/

*KEEP UPDATED* - Join our community &/or mailing list - https://www.expatsportugal.com/

#AIMA #movingtoportugal #expatexperts #expatsinportugal #portugalvisas #livinginportugal #portugal #portugalnews

Weekly Grocery Shopping in Portugal: Supermarkets, Costs, and Food Tips with Astrid

Astrid and the Expats Portugal hosts revisit a “supermarket tour” webinar about grocery shopping and settling in Portugal, outlining major chains (Continente, Pingo Doce, Auchan, Aldi, Lidl, Intermarché, Leclerc, and Mercadona), what each is best for (e.g., Auchan’s international aisle, Lidl bakery, Aldi specials), and the need to shop multiple stores.

They provide monthly grocery budget estimates (€150–€200 per person, €300–€500 per couple, €500–€900 for families) and discuss common newcomer surprises such as different meat cuts, widespread soup consumption, seasonal produce, UHT milk dominance, fresh fish counters, and in-store bakeries.

Astrid shares Portuguese foods to try, decodes common label terms (including lactose/gluten/sugar-free and meat/fish prep words), gives sample prices across categories, notes growing vegan/vegetarian options, explains loyalty cards and fuel-linked discounts, and answers questions about organic options, farmers’ markets, and using a NIF at checkout.

00:00 Welcome and Agenda

00:50 Portugal Supermarket Chains

04:15 Monthly Grocery Budgets

05:00 Supermarket Culture Shocks

07:25 Must Try Portuguese Foods

11:05 Decoding Food Labels

14:27 Butcher Cuts and Tips

16:50 Typical Prices Breakdown

21:17 Drinks Alcohol and Deals

22:59 Pets Cleaning and Wrap

25:01 Q&A Loyalty and Organic

28:19 Markets NIF and Closing

32:38 Final Thanks and Signoff

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🇵🇹 ABOUT EXPATS PORTUGAL

Since 2005, Expats Portugal has been helping people move to, settle in and enjoy life in Portugal. We're a friendly community of people who understand both the excitement and the challenges of starting a new chapter abroad.

Whether you're still researching your move, planning your arrival, or already living in Portugal, you'll find practical information, trusted guidance and, perhaps most importantly, people who genuinely understand the journey.

Through our webinars, community groups, events and network of trusted experts, we aim to help you feel more confident, connected and at home in Portugal.

🤝 Become part of our community:

https://expatsportugal.com/join-us

💬 Need a little extra help or have questions about your journey? Speak with us:

https://expatsportugal.com/speak-with-us/

🌍 Explore our website:

https://expatsportugal.com

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• Moving to Portugal

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