The International
Buyer Guide.
Practical guidance on buying property in Portugal, written for international buyers looking for clear, straightforward information.
NIF, IMT & Stamp Duty Explained
The three numbers every international buyer meets before the deed: what they are, who collects them, and roughly what they cost.
From Offer to Escritura: the Real Timeline
A realistic view of how long a Portuguese purchase actually takes, and where delays most often appear.
Lisbon, Cascais or the Algarve?
How the principal regions differ in price, character, and accessibility for international owners.
Mortgages for Non-Residents
What Portuguese banks expect from an overseas borrower, and how to prepare a credible application.
Why Independent Legal Counsel Matters
The role of a Portuguese lawyer in protecting you, and why the seller is not your representative.
Residency, Visas & the Golden Visa Today
A plain-language note on what buying property does and does not do for your right to live in Portugal.
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