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Tips, Studies
Marc Martin - Portugal
Portuguese school calendar 2024-2025: back to ...

It's time to prepare your agenda and plan your next holidays. At the beginning of the new year, you can now find out what are the mandatory public and national holidays in Portugal in 2020. The Portuguese legislation is very clear about national and public holidays and information on this subject is included in the Labor Code, more specifically in Article 234. It lists the days that are officially considered as mandatory national and public holidays and therefore must be respected as days of rest each year. You will have the possibility of planning long week-ends, extended holidays or simply public holidays. Lisbob will guide you through the 2020 calendar and you will find out what it has for you in terms of mandatory public and national holidays. What are the national and public holidays in Portugal in 2020 ? When can I plan my holidays ? Lisbob, the expatriate assistant in Portugal tells you everything about the calendar of public and national holidays in 2020 in Portugal.

Portuguese school calendar 2024-2025: back to school, dates and holidays
Tips, Real Estate
Marc Martin - Portugal
How to sign up for an electricity and gas ...

Moving into your new Portuguese home is even better when you have electricity and gas. There are several energy suppliers in Portugal, and it is now possible to sign up directly online. However, it's not easy to find your way around, and there are a number of pitfalls to avoid when signing up. I'm Lisbob, the expat assistant, and I'm going to show you how to sign up for an energy supplier in Portugal online.

How to sign up for an electricity and gas contract online in Portugal
Tips, Retire, Visa
Marc Martin - Portugal
How to secure your Portugal D7 Visa in 2024: an ...

Exploring the serene landscapes, rich cultural heritage, and welcoming communities of Portugal is a dream for many. If you're from outside the EU, EEA, or Switzerland, the Portugal D7 Visa, also known as the Passive Income Visa, offers an excellent pathway to enjoying life in this charming country. This detailed guide provides everything you need to know about securing your D7 Visa, from eligibility to benefits and beyond. I'm Lisbob, the expat assistant, and I'm going to tell you how to secure your Portugal D7 Visa.

How to secure your Portugal D7 Visa in 2024: an exhaustive guide
Culture & Tradition, Tips
Marc Martin - Portugal
9 things I wish I knew before moving to Portugal

Olá, future expats! I’m Lisbob, your go-to assistant for all things related to moving and living in Portugal. While this beautiful country has much to offer, it's important to have a balanced view and understand the challenges you might face. In the spirit of honesty and transparency, I’ve compiled a list of the top 9 things I wish I knew before making the big move. This guide will help you make an informed decision and ensure you’re fully prepared for your new adventure in Portugal. Let’s dive in and explore the less glamorous, but equally important, aspects of living in Portugal.

9 things I wish I knew before moving to Portugal
Culture & Tradition, Tips
Marc Martin - Portugal
9 good reasons to NOT move to Portugal

As Lisbob, the assistant for expats, my mission is to provide honest and transparent advice to help you make informed decisions about living in Portugal. While this beautiful country offers many advantages, it's important to also consider the potential challenges you may face. By presenting both the positives and negatives, I aim to build trust and help you prepare for a smooth transition. Here are nine good reasons why moving to Portugal might not be the right choice for everyone.

9 good reasons to NOT move to Portugal

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All about the periodic VAT declaration as a self-employed worker in Portugal

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All about the periodic VAT declaration as a self-employed worker in Portugal

If you live and work as a freelancer in Portugal then the question of VAT collection or not is an important topic. It is essential for the success of your freelance activity to know the particularities of the VAT declaration in Portugal. Indeed in case of bad information transmission you expose yourself to sometimes heavy fines which can mean the end of your activity. Working as a freelancer in Portugal is not easy but thanks to Lisbob digital nomads have all cards in hand in order to know how to fill and send periodic VAT declaration in Portugal. What is periodic VAT return declaration ? How to fill it correctly ? Lisbob, the expatriate assistant in Portugal tells you all about the periodic VAT return in Portugal for the self-employed.

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How to file and submit your online IRS income tax return in Portugal, step by step

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How to file and submit your online IRS income tax return in Portugal, step by step

Since few years the IRS income tax declaration is entirely online in Portugal. The automatic IRS option is undoubtedly an option that greatly facilitates this obligation since it allows you to validate your declaration in a few clicks. If you want, you can trust fiscal authorities and let the declaration fill in automatically : you will just have to validate the declaration at the end of the process. Lisbob, the expatriate assistant in Portugal, tells you all about how to complete your automatic IRS tax return online, step by step. Because the sooner you validate and submit your return, the sooner you will receive a refund if you are entitled to it.