If you are an expat living in Portugal, understanding how European regulations affect your daily life is essential — and driving is one of the areas where confusion is most common. The European Union has introduced new driving licence rules aimed at improving road safety, modernising documentation, and harmonising penalties across Member States. These changes […]
Many drivers in Portugal will start January 2026 without a valid driving licence — and a significant number of them will not even realise it until they are stopped by the police. This situation affects not only Portuguese nationals, but also expats living in Portugal who hold a Portuguese driving licence and are unfamiliar with
Portugal’s Economy Strengthens with PRR Funds: What This Means for Expats Living in Portugal Portugal’s economy is entering a new phase of accelerated growth thanks to the latest developments in the PRR – Recovery and Resilience Plan. With the country now approaching 50% execution of European funds, new investments are strengthening public services,
IRS Tax Refund in Portugal: Changes, Impacts, and What Expats Living in Portugal Must Prepare for in 2026 For many expats living in Portugal, the annual IRS tax refund has long been seen as a financial relief — a moment to recover part of what was paid throughout the year and reinvest it in
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