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Where are the top locations in Portugal for expats to settle?

The top locations in Portugal for expats to settle include vibrant cities and stunning coastal areas that cater to diverse lifestyle preferences. Lisbon stands out as a top choice, offering a lively atmosphere, rich history, and bustling markets, making it ideal for those seeking cultural immersion and urban convenience. The Algarve region attracts many for its picturesque beaches and warm climate, providing a peaceful, retired lifestyle, perfect for families and individuals alike.
Oporto and Cascais are also gaining popularity, showcasing Portugal's scenic beauty and a strong expat community. The accessibility of amenities, including shops, restaurants, and recreational facilities, make these locales highly attractive. For foreign buyers, investing in these areas could yield significant returns, especially during peak tourist seasons when rental demand increases.
Portugal's overall ranking of 6th in the Expat Insider survey speaks volumes about its liveability, with nearly all expats expressing satisfaction with personal safety. This is enhanced by the welcoming attitude of locals—87% of expats report positively about their integration experiences. Many would describe their life as peaceful, with up to 98% of residents supporting this view.
The serene yet vibrant lifestyle complemented by beautiful architecture makes these locations ideal for finding a new home. Where will your next adventure take you? Start exploring available properties for sale in these sought-after areas and imagine spinning your dreams into reality. Don't wait—contact us now to discover potential homes in these exceptional locations!

Thursday, 20 September 2018 - Press
Where are the top locations in Portugal for expats to settle?
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Portugal rated best European country for expats

A high quality of life and the ease of settling in are among the reasons for expats’ high satisfaction with life in Portugal. Friendly locals and a great quality of life ensure that Portugal remains an attractive destination for expats, but working life fails to impress, researchers found.

Portugal ranks 6th out of 68 countries in the Expat Insider 2018 survey. The top 10 destinations for expats are Bahrain, Taiwan, Ecuador, Mexico, Singapore, Portugal, Costa Rica, Spain, Colombia, and Czechia. 
Nearly all expats (94 percent) in Portugal rate the climate and weather positively (as opposed to 61 percent globally).

But only 39 percent of expats living in Portugal are happy with their career prospects, which is 16 percentage points less than the global average (55 percent).
A total of 62 percent of Portuguese expats find it likely that they will return to Portugal in the future compared with 43 percent globally.

After Portugal being rated the world’s most welcoming country in 2017, 87 percent of expats describe the local population’s attitude towards foreign residents as friendly in 2018. This is seven percentage points less than last year (94 percent), but still an incredible 21 percentage points more than the global average (66 percent). 

Ranking 2nd out of 68 countries for quality of life, Portugal is only beaten by Taiwan in this regard. In fact, this is one of Portugal’s biggest pull factors: 28 percent of expats moved there in search of a better quality of life, compared to only 10 percent of expats worldwide relocating for the same reason. 
Portugal ranks among the top 10 countries for personal safety: nearly all expats (98 percent) are satisfied with this factor, compared to a global average of 82 percent. 

Close to every expat in Portugal (98 percent) also considers the country generally peaceful (vs. 78 percent globally), and more than three-quarters (77 percent) even give it the best possible rating (against 43 percent globally). 

Thanks to these impressive results, Portugal ranks 2nd out of 68 destinations for peacefulness, only beaten by Luxembourg. More than nine in ten expats in Portugal (91 percent) feel generally satisfied with their life abroad, compared to 75 percent globally.

 

Source: http://theportugalnews.com/news/portugal-rated-best-european-country-for-expats/46826

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