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Barcelona Spain
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The expat’s starter guide to living in Spain

by Elsa Lacock on January 30, 2023
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Living in Spain offers a wonderful life in a beautiful, modern country, with excellent infrastructure and a safe living environment. Spain is a vivacious country, and the expat lifestyle is exciting, with so many things to do and see. If…

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Madrid, Spain
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Living in Spain: How to obtain a visa, residency, and Spanish citizenship

by Elsa Lacock on January 22, 2023
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Every year, thousands of foreigners from around the globe move to Spain. Great quality of life, friendly people, excellent weather, incredible cities and villages, and delicious food make Spain the perfect place to start a new life. If you’re thinking about moving…

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Everything you need to know about mobile phones in Portugal

by Lara Bianco on January 20, 2023
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Are you planning a trip to Portugal and want to know about mobile phone options? Moving to a new place can be an exciting yet unnerving experience. For those looking for the ideal balance between adventure and comfort, Portugal is…

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How to use mobile phones when traveling outside of the US

by Lara Bianco on January 13, 2023
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Traveling and living abroad can be exciting and instructive, but it can also be difficult and perplexing, especially when it comes to keeping in touch while you’re gone. Since you may not be acquainted with the local mobile networks and…

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Pharmacy in Portugal
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How to get your medication prescription in Portugal hassle-free

by Lara Bianco on January 9, 2023
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If you are a little confused about how to get prescriptions for medications when you live in Portugal, you’re not alone. The Portuguese healthcare system is excellent and well-organized, but some things are done a bit differently in Portugal compared…

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Portugal
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What is a NIF? How to get your Portugal fiscal number and why [2023 Edition]

by Lara Bianco on January 6, 2023
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What is a NIF?  It is essential to get acquainted with Portugal’s tax laws and acquire a NIF if you are an expat or foreign national living in Portugal. The NIF is a special tax identification number issued by the…

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Lisbon Portugal
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How to exchange your US driver’s license for a driving license in Portugal

by Lara Bianco on January 3, 2023
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If you’re an expat who has been driving in Portugal with a US license and plan to live in Portugal permanently, you may want to swap out your US driver’s license with a Portuguese driving license. Not only is this…

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buy a house in France
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How to buy a house in France as a foreigner

by Chrissie Stephen on December 8, 2022
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Buying a house in France becomes a very appealing idea to many non-French people every year – either as a vacation or retirement home. It is certainly something that can be done by non-EU foreigners who are living in France…

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The expat’s starter guide to living in Portugal

by Elsa Lacock on November 11, 2022
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For many people, considering the challenges of being an expat prevents them from seizing the opportunity to live in a different country. However, if you’re thinking about moving to Portugal, you’ll find that the benefits of being an expat in…

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Real estate in Portugal
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How to buy a house in Portugal as a foreigner

by Elsa Lacock on October 22, 2022
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Portugal’s real estate market is thriving in part thanks to expats from around the world who are looking to buy a house in Portugal. From beautiful sunny weather and delicious cuisine to safe communities and an excellent healthcare system, there…

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Living in Slovenia
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Step by step guide to finding a rental apartment in Slovenia

by My Dolce Casa Team on August 21, 2022
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Once you’ve decided that turning a fresh page is the way to go and that moving to Slovenia will be the next chapter in your life, it’s time to start hunting for rental apartments. Since moving abroad can be stressful…

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Portugal Healthcare
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Everything you need to know about healthcare in Portugal

by Elsa Lacock on August 12, 2022
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When most people think of moving to Portugal, images such as charming cobblestone streets, green hillsides and warm sunshine usually come to mind first. However, there is a long list of vital aspects to consider before deciding if Portugal is…

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Retire in Portugal
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How to obtain a Portugal visa, residency, and citizenship

by Elsa Lacock on July 3, 2022
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Portugal has become a top destination to live in. Increasingly more people from the United States and around the world are flocking to this beautiful country because of its wonderful climate, affordable living costs, friendly people, and great Western culture.…

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How to Get an Italy Visa, Residency and Italian Citizenship

by Lara Bianco on December 12, 2021
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Moving to Italy permanently from the United States and obtaining Italian citizenship as an American is a multi-step process. Below is an overview of the steps most U.S. citizens would have to go through, from obtaining your first Italy visa…

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