Real estate prices in Portugal continued to rise in Portugal late last year. This is shown by data compiled by the Portuguese National Institute of Statistics (INE), which analyzed real estate transactions. Across the country, prices rose 8.5% in the last quarter of 2019, but the differences between cities are significant. The INE provides an interactive map that allows you to find out the price of real estate in each district and these in several cities in Portugal. The coronavirus is likely to stagnate or see prices fall, and this study corresponds to the pre-pandemic. What is the price of real estate in Portugal? What are the cheapest areas to buy a house? Lisbob, the expatriate assistant in Portugal, gives you this interactive map of property prices in major Portuguese cities.
Deconfinement: what changes from this Monday in Portugal
After 45 days of confinement Portugal will gradually come back to life. Indeed, the Portuguese government announced the end of the state of emergency to enter that of calamity. This Monday, the long awaited deconfinement can finally start and Portugal opens its economy again, little by little. This is the first phase of the Portuguese deconfinement plan, but it is not yet a return to normal as there will be restrictions and new rules to protect the population against the epidemic of coronavirus. Lisbob, the expatriate assistant, tells you what changes from Monday, May 4 in Portugal.
International flights: Portugal imposes a limitation of 2/3 of passengers
The coronavirus epidemic continues in Portugal and the 1,000 death mark has been surpassed. Nevertheless, Portugal ended the state of emergency to pass to the state of calamity, allowing the partial resumption of the activity. Among the sectors that are still impacted, that of international air traffic, which does not really know when and how it will be able to get out of this crisis. In order to protect passengers but still ensure economic viability, Portugal has decided to impose a 2/3 occupancy limit for international flights. This will generate additional costs for passengers and a logistical and financial challenge for airlines. Lisbob, the expatriate assistant, tells you all about limiting the. number of passengers on international flights to Portugal.
Sahara heat wave hits Portugal: + 37º expected this Sunday, police worried
The state of emergency ends in Portugal and a heat arrives at the same time. This Saturday is already a pleasant day from a temperature point of view, but Sunday will see peaks and perhaps break heat records in some places. The Portuguese Institute for the Sea and the Atmosphere (IPMA) has indeed warned of the arrival of a heat wave from the Sahara Desert, bringing with it an increase in temperatures which will reach 37ºC in places. The Portuguese police, for their part, are concerned about the non-compliance with protective measures. Lisbob, the expatriate assistant in Portugal, tells you all about this heat wave from the Sahara.
Dates, phases and calendar of the deconfinement plan in Portugal
Portuguese government is prepared to reopen the economy and end the lockdown, with the peak of the coronavirus pandemic now behind. The program will consist of three distinct phases, which can of course evolve according to certain public health criteria. After several weeks of state of emergency, which has forced the closure of most economic activities, Portugal will begin to reopen sector by sector. The return to normal plan is gradual and includes specific dates: May 4th, May 18th and June 1st. Lisbob, the expatriate assistant, gives you the dates and the official calendar for the deconfinement plan in Portugal.
Portugal elected "best world destination" for cooperative tourism and "best astrotourism destination"
Portugal has been voted as the "best world destination" for cooperative tourism and "best astrotourism destination" by Worldcob. It is the first time that Portugal has won these prizes, confirming the dynamism and quality of Portuguese tourism and more particularly of the Dark Sky association which promotes night tourism and sky observation. Indeed, the Dark Sky Alqueva association has won two other international prizes, and this time not only for the promotion of the quality of the sky in the territories next to the Great Lake of Alentejo, but for the commercial performance considered as " of excellence "in its activity. Lisbob, the expatriate assistant in Portugal, tells you all about this worldwide recognition of Portuguese tourism.
A strange streak of bright spots spotted in the Lisbon sky
It’s a more than strange phenomenon that happened this Sunday, April 19. Those who could see the sky during this period of confinement could observe a trail of aligned light points. Several witnesses took pictures of what appears to be a UFO colony. Photos taken from the Greater Lisbon region or even Margem Sul have invaded social networks. The explanation? It’s the constellation of Elon Musk’s Starlink mini satellites. Their luminosity means that they can be observed when it is already dark on earth. Lisbob, the expatriate assistant, tells you all about this strange streak of light spots spotted in the sky of Lisbon.
138 people infected with coronavirus in a youth hostel in Lisbon
The coronavirus epidemic is not sparing the Portuguese capital, and it is a major source of contamination which has just been discovered. Indeed, the Aykibom Hostel, located on Morais Soares street in Lisbon, has just been evacuated after 138 people were diagnosed as infected with coronavirus. The 170 occupants of the youth hostel were evacuated and the operation required the intervention of more than 100 police, translators and medical personnel. All the occupants of the hostel are refugees, who have been evacuated to the Lisbon Mosque for treatment. Lisbob, the expatriate assistant, tells you all about these coronavirus outbreaks in Lisbon.
Portugal recorded excess mortality in March, but not due to coronavirus
The Portuguese Directorate General for Health (DGS) has launched an investigation into the excess mortality recorded in March of this year in Portugal. Indeed, the figures speak for themselves and the excess mortality (number of deaths above an average in recent years) was particularly pronounced in March compared to certain years. At first glance it could be a simple consequence of the coronavirus epidemic, but it is not. In addition, this excess mortality also affects the elderly. This could explain the relatively low mortality rate (2%) of the coronavirus in Portugal compared to other countries, but does not explain this excess mortality. Lisbob, the expatriate assistant in Portugal, tells you all about this investigation launched by the DGS in order to identify the causes of this peak in mortality.
Impressive waterspouts in Sesimbra and Viana do Castelo
A waterspout is a column of air mixed with water rotating over a body of water, forming a small tornado. This impressive phenomenon is rather rare but it has been spotted twice in Portugal: in Sesimbra and in Viana do Castelo. The images of these waterspouts toured social networks. Although the phenomenon is not usual, IPMA (Portuguese Institute of the Sea and the Atmosphere) had warned of their possible arrival. Lisbob, the expatriate assistant in Portugal, tells you all about these waterspouts.
How to benefit from the moratorium on real estate loans in Portugal?
In order to mitigate the economic effects of the crisis linked to the coronavirus pandemic, Portugal has put in place mechanisms which in particular allow individuals to benefit from a moratorium on mortgage loans. Individuals must, electronically or physically, send the lending institution a declaration of adherence to the application of the moratorium signed by the borrower and accompanied by documentation proving the regularity of the tax situation of the person making the request. The decree-law of March 27, published within the framework of the COVID-19 disease pandemic, establishes exceptional measures for the protection of households for the credit for clean and permanent housing, measures which will be in effect until 30 September 2020. Lisbob, the expatriate assistant in Portugal, tells you everything to benefit from the moratorium on mortgage loans.
15,472 confirmed cases of coronavirus and 435 deaths in Portugal, highest increase ever with 1,516 cases in 24 hours
The coronavirus epidemic is accelerating in Portugal with an additional 1,516 cases in 24 hours, the largest increase since the start of the epidemic. The Portuguese General Directorate of Health released these figures today with a total of 15,472 confirmed cases of coronavirus in Portugal and 435 deaths. 8,897 are in the northern region, 3,821 in the Lisbon region, 2,197 in the central region and 279 in the Algarve. The Azores have 94 cases, Madeira 59 there are 125 confirmed cases in the Alentejo. 140 patients have so far completely recovered from the coronavirus. Lisbob, the expatriate assistant, tells you all about the evolution of the coronavirus epidemic.
5 employees of Teleperformance Lisbon infected with coronavirus, management accused to hide facts for several days
The inevitable happened. Call centers are not affected by the economic downturn and the thousands of Portuguese and expatriate employees are forced to continue working, some going to the office. 5 cases of coronavirus have been confirmed in the Teleperformance cell center in Lisbon. The unions accuse management of having concealed the fact for several days and above all of continuing to make employees work in poor conditions. Lisbob, the expatriate assistant in Portugal, tells you all about the evolution of the coronavirus epidemic.
7,743 confirmed cases of coronavirus, 160 deaths and no cured since March 26 in Portugal
The coronavirus epidemic continues in Portugal with an additional 1,035 cases in 24 hours. The Portuguese General Directorate of Health released these figures today with a total of 7,743 confirmed cases of coronavirus in Portugal and 160 deaths. 4,452 are in the northern region, 1,799 in the Lisbon region, 911 in the central region and 137 in the Algarve. The Azores have 48 cases, Madeira 46 there are 50 confirmed cases in the Alentejo. So far, only 43 patients have fully recovered from the coronavirus, no cure since March 26. Lisbob, the expatriate assistant in Portugal, tells you all about the evolution of the coronavirus epidemic.
Coronavirus: All special financial aids for self-employed workers and freelancers in Portugal
Like many European countries, Portugal is not immune to the coronavirus epidemic, and the economic effects are already being felt. In a country buoyed by tourism and an influx of foreign investment, containment has a strong impact on several sectors, and the self-employed are not spared. There are already companies that have already closed temporarily and, in some cases, permanently. Layoffs (temporary reduction of normal work periods or suspension of work contracts on the initiative of companies, ranging from one to six months) are in progress and clients are mostly postponing or cancelling new projects, otherwise the projects in progress. As a self-employed worker in Portugal, known as recibo verde, the uncertainty is even greater. Many are already suffering from the consequences of the pandemic. In view of this situation, the Portuguese government has taken measures to meet the needs of the self-employed. Lisbob, the expatriate assistant in Portugal, reveals the supports for the self-employed.
2,060 confirmed cases of coronavirus and 23 deaths in Portugal
The coronavirus outbreak is accelerating in Portugal with an additional 460 cases in 24 hours. The Portuguese General Directorate of Health released these figures today with a total of 2,060 confirmed cases of coronavirus in Portugal and 23 deaths. 1,007 are in the northern region, 737 in the Lisbon region, 238 in the central region and 42 in the Algarve. The Azores have 11 cases, Madeira nine there are five confirmed cases in the Alentejo. Only 14 patients have so far completely recovered from the coronavirus. Lisbob, the expatriate assistant in Portugal, tells you all about the evolution of the coronavirus epidemic.
1,280 confirmed cases of coronavirus in Portugal, doubling of deaths in 24 hours
The coronavirus epidemic is accelerating in Portugal with an additional 260 cases and double the death in 24 hours. The Portuguese General Directorate of Health released these figures today with a total of 1,280 confirmed cases of coronavirus in Portugal and 12 deaths. 644 are in the northern region, 448 in the Lisbon region, 137 in the central region and 31 in the Algarve. The Azores have 3 cases, Madeira five there are three confirmed cases in the Alentejo. Only five patients have so far recovered completely from the coronavirus. Lisbob, the expatriate assistant in Portugal, tells you all about the evolution of the coronavirus epidemic.
1,020 confirmed cases of coronavirus in Portugal, 6 deaths
The coronavirus outbreak is accelerating in Portugal and the symbolic bar of a thousand infected is exceeded. The Portuguese General Directorate of Health released these figures today with a total of 1,020 confirmed cases of coronavirus in Portugal and 6 deaths. 506 are in the northern region, 361 in the Lisbon region, 106 in the central region and 29 in the Algarve. The Azores have 3 cases, Madeira one there are two confirmed cases in the Alentejo. Only five patients have so far recovered completely from the coronavirus. Lisbob, the expatriate assistant in Portugal, tells you all about the evolution of the coronavirus epidemic.
List of supermarkets, pharmacies, restaurants, bakeries and shops offering home delivery in Lisbon
During this quarantine it is important to be able to continue to provide food and other pharmacy products for example. "The advantage" of living this pandemic in the 21st century is that there are many companies that offer home delivery services and even contactless. Whether cleaning products, fresh products, drugstore or even good fresh bread, it is possible to have almost anything delivered. In order to cope with these weeks of confinement as best as possible, Lisbob has prepared a list of supermarkets, pharmacies, drugstores, bakeries and restaurants that offer home delivery. Bonus: discounts offered on certain services.
642 confirmed cases of coronavirus in Portugal (+196 in 24 hours), the second fatal victim is the president of Santander
The coronavirus epidemic is accelerating in Portugal. The Portuguese Directorate General for Health released these figures today with a total of 642 confirmed cases of coronavirus in Portugal. 289 are in the northern region, 243 in the Lisbon region, 74 in the central region and 21 in the Algarve. The Azores have 3 cases, Madeira one there are two first confirmed cases in the Alentejo. Only three patients have so far fully recovered from the coronavirus. Lisbob, the expatriate assistant in Portugal, tells you all about the evolution of the coronavirus epidemic.