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TAP Portugal Acquisition's Impact on Travelers

Portugal Issues 2,600 Visas in One Year for Digital Nomads: A Guide to the Digital Nomad Visa in Portugal

Portugal has become a sought-after destination for digital nomads, with the country’s new visa program designed specifically for remote workers. In the past year alone, the Portuguese government has issued 2,600 visas to digital nomads from around the world. This initiative aims to attract talented professionals and entrepreneurs while also preventing double taxation and tax …

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TAP Portugal Acquisition: Soaring Towards a New Era in European Aviation

TAP Portugal Acquisition And Its Potential Game-Changing Impacts

We’ve all been hearing the rumors, three major European airlines have expressed interest in acquiring TAP Portugal, the national flag carrier of Portugal. As TAP prepares for a change in leadership, these airlines seek consultation from local communications agencies and legal advisers to explore potential opportunities. This comes amidst TAP’s ongoing restructuring process under a …

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Map of the world highlighting CPLP member countries with flag markers, celebrating 93,000 CPLP citizens granted Portuguese residence permits.

93,000 CPLP Citizens Granted Portuguese Residence Permits

Portugal recently launched a portal designed to streamline obtaining residence permits for Community of Portuguese Language Countries (CPLP) citizens. As a result, over 93,000 CPLP Citizens Granted Portuguese Residence Permits in just one month through this platform. The portal, provided by the Foreigners and Borders Service (SEF – which will soon be replaced by APMMA), aims …

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Portuguese Citizenship for Sephardic Jews in Portugal to End

Portuguese Citizenship for Sephardic Jews in Portugal to End: What You Need to Know

The Portuguese government has announced its intention to set an end date for the law granting Portuguese citizenship to descendants of Sephardic Jews. This decision comes after a series of changes made in the past year to tighten the rules for obtaining citizenship under this scheme. In this article, we’ll discuss the key points you …

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APMMA replacing SEF in Portugal, representing a new approach to immigration and border control

APMMA to Replace SEF in Portugal: A New Approach to Immigration and Border Control

The Portuguese government has created a new agency for minorities, migrations, and asylum, called the Portuguese Agency for Minorities, Migrations and Asylum (APMMA). This new agency will replace the current immigration and border control service, the Portuguese Immigration and Borders Service (SEF). The transition is expected to be completed within the next six months. It …

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What are the impacts of Portugal's Golden Visa Program Cancellation

The End of the Golden Era: The Impacts of Portugal’s Golden Visa Program Ending

Portugal’s Golden Visa Program is no longer in place. This program allowed non-EU citizens to obtain a five-year residency in Portugal by making certain investments. The residency permit provided the right to live, work, and study in Portugal and visa-free travel in Europe’s Schengen Area. In addition, the program only required an average of seven …

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Christian Loubutin's Portugal Hotel Vermelho

Step into Luxury: A Look at Christian Louboutin’s Portugal Hotel

I have always been passionate about fashion, particularly regarding shoes. My love affair with shoes began when I was living in the US, studying at university, and working at Nordstrom’s shoe department. It was then that I became enamored with Christian Louboutin’s iconic red-soled creations. The celebrated designer has brought his signature touch to a …

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The right to housing in Lisbon takes center stage as the City Council approves transformative measures to protect tenants and combat real estate speculation.

New Government Decisions Guarantee Right To Housing In Lisbon

The Lisbon City Council made some decisions about housing. Here’s what happened: On March 29, the Lisbon City Council approved a motion from the PCP (a political party) about housing. The motion is about ensuring people have a place to live and stopping unfair housing practices. The motion will be sent to the appropriate government …

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Portugal will not be granting any new Alojamento Local (AirbnB) Licenses until 2030

New Alojamento Local Licenses Suspended Until 2030 Amid Record High Rents

Huge news for potential vacation rental owners in Lisbon. New alojamento local licenses suspended until 2030.  In addition to ending new local accommodation licenses, the government has approved an increase in property taxes (IMI) and the application of an extra 20% tax on properties used for local accommodation. This comes as Portugal faces a cost …

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Lisbon Airport Updates Weekly

Lisbon Flight Hub: Your Ultimate Guide to Lisbon Airport Updates ✈️

Ok…I was getting bored of adding all the Lisbon Airport updates as individual blogs, so I am creating this one. I plan to update it weekly with any relevant news about Lisbon Airport. If you hear about something important that should be posted, either leave a comment here, or reach out to me on the …

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SEF to strike in April in Portugal

April SEF Strike: Unprecedented Chaos Looms as Border Control Unions Battle Government Amid Easter Crisis

As if things weren’t already a mess at the SEF; it was announced that the April SEF strike is indeed happening. I am sure this will affect both the speed at which paperwork is being processed, AND it will slow down calls even more than they already are. Let’s take a look at the reasons …

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New Train will get you from Lisbon to Madrid in 3 hours

3 Hours from Lisbon to Madrid by Train: A Traveler’s Dream Come True

As a seasoned traveler who has explored numerous destinations, I can’t help but feel a sense of excitement when I hear about new and innovative ways to travel. While I have always appreciated the “convenience” of air travel, I must admit that the complications, long waiting times, and security checks can be pretty frustrating. The …

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