Portugal is a developed and safe society, with over 300 days of sunshine per year, stunning beaches, and cosmopolitan cities where most people speak English.

Portugal offers structured solutions and competitive advantages for those seeking to fully benefit from residency status.

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Portugal integra uma economia dinâmica no contexto da União Europeia, o que amplia significativamente o potencial de retorno dos seus investimentos em comparação com outros programas internacionais.

Fonte: Portugal Economic Snapshot | OECD

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Portugal was ranked as the 7th safest country in the world by the Global Peace Index, offering a true sense of tranquility and low risk. Overall, society is characterized by respect, courtesy, and a peaceful lifestyle. This serenity is, in fact, one of the reasons why Portugal was named the best country in the world to retire, according to *International Living*.​​​

Portugal is a stable parliamentary democracy, supported by a multi-party political system. The country is headed by a President of the Republic, while the Prime Minister assumes responsibility for day-to-day governance. The Assembly of the Republic, composed of 230 elected deputies, exercises legislative power through a single chamber (unicameral system). The current government resulted from the 2024 legislative elections and operates in a plural parliamentary setting, based on dialogue and negotiation among political forces.

 If you are a foreign citizen with legal residence in Portugal, you will generally have access to the national health system with state support, ranked 13th in the Euro Health Consumer Index. The public healthcare system is overall quite robust and is often the first choice for complex procedures or long-term treatments. At the same time, it is common to subscribe to private health insurance with full coverage, frequently used for routine consultations and quick exams. A comprehensive plan, including international coverage for travel situations, has an average cost of €100 per month

Although costs have been rising due to the increasing number of foreign citizens residing in the country, Portugal remains an affordable destination to live. For example, private primary education at Redbridge — one of Lisbon’s leading schools — costs approximately €8,000 per year. Renting a three-bedroom apartment in central Lisbon is around €3,000 per month, private health insurance is about €100 per person per month, and a quality dinner for two, with wine included, averages €70. For a more comprehensive comparative analysis, we suggest consulting this interactive tool, which allows you to evaluate the cost of living across different cities worldwide.