If 3,300 hours of sunshine a year, beautiful blue flag beaches and a slower pace of life sound like your kind of thing, you may want to consider retiring in Portugal. It’s considered to be one of the best places in the world to retire, and for a good reason. It’s peaceful, saf...
PORTUGAL Portugal’s mild climate, its low cost of living and its largely First-World infrastructure make it an increasingly popular European option. English is widely understood, especially in the large cities and — combined with the warm Portuguese hospitality — makes it easy to settle in and...
Perhaps the best place to start your love affair with Portugal is with its capital. Located two-thirds of the way down the country from north to south, Lisbon sits on seven hills which offer spectacular views of the city, the Tejo, and the Atlantic. Just outside Lisbon, a string of exq...
When you imagine old Europe—those cobblestone alleys, medieval town walls, crenelated castles on hilltops, all soundtracked by the toll of church bells. Portugal delivers. Not in a touristy, contrived way, but as the standard day-to-day life of the country. ...
Trias took the concept even further, by relocating to Portugal, where he was able to cut the costs he faced living in the Washington, D.C., area. His annual property taxes dropped from around $11,000 to about $184. What's more, Trias said his health insurance costs are now 10% to...
When you imagine old Europe—those cobblestone alleys, medieval town walls, crenelated castles on hilltops, all soundtracked by the toll of church bells. Portugal delivers. Not in a touristy, contrived way, but as the standard day-to-day life of the country. ...
In fact, we often see retirees who initially chose Portugal later relocating to Spain, drawn by its better amenities, extensive social life, and superior healthcare facilities. If you’re considering where to retire, Spain provides a more complete and comfortable experience, particularly for those ...
citizens. You can establish a permanent residency in the country after just 5 years of temporary stay. There are several tax benefits for foreigners and property owners that can be extended for up to 10 years. You can lead a comfortable life in Portugal with an expense of around $2,500 a...
Mexico has been welcoming retirees from the US, Canada and further for decades. An estimated one million citizens from the US alone call Mexico their home for some or all of the year. This leads to a thriving and cosmopolitan expat community, ready to welcome retirees from all across the gl...
If you receive a pension from the US, you’ll need to fill in formW-8BENand submit it to your pension provider. This confirms you’re not a resident in the US for tax purposes. Healthcare in India Public health care in India is free, and most Indian doctors and nurses speak fluent ...