The advantages and disadvantages of emigrating to Portugal are as follows:

Advantages:

Portugal is an oasis of sunshine, warmth, and a mild climate for people from abroad. The climate in Portugal will vary depending on where you settle. The further south you go, the warmer it gets. Although it can be cold in the north, especially in winter, overall you will find Portugal's winters mild and its summers sunny and warm.

And Portugal is one of the most affordable countries in Western Europe. Especially for expats and digital nomads, Portugal offers quality real estate, restaurants, groceries and goods at affordable prices.

Drawbacks:

Most people in Portugal's government sector speak mainly only Portuguese and are not familiar with English, which can make work a bit difficult if you don't have a Portuguese-speaking person with you. Even in 2022, some parts of Portugal still don't use bank cards for payments.

Dos and don'ts for immigrants in Portugal:

I. Translating necessary documents

When submitting an application, any English-language documents (such as health-care documents and background checks) must be translated and certified into Portuguese. Translation and certification can be done in-country or in Portugal.

II. Address

When opening a bank account in Portugal, people may be asked to provide proof of address in the form of a customs form, a receipt for the delivery of a SIM card, a utility bill or a rental contract. While many Portuguese banks allow people to apply using details of their country address, it is easier to open an account if the applicant can show a Portuguese address.