Economy · ImmigrationPortuguese Households Took Out €726m in Consumer Loans This June
Portugal consumer credit rose 13.4% to €726m in June. Learn how higher borrowing may shape car prices, loan access and find rate-saving tips.
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Tracking immigration for Portugal — coverage from the newsroom in Lisbon.
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Immigration · PoliticsLonger Path to Portuguese Citizenship Raises Stakes for Foreign Workers
Portugal citizenship now demands 10 years’ residency, language exams and stricter rules. Learn how the change affects work stability and your timeline.
Immigration · EconomyPortugal Scores Double Win in Global Remote-Work Rankings
Savills ranks Lisbon 5th and the Algarve 10th for digital nomads. See costs, visa tips and housing moves before you relocate.
National News · ImmigrationTeacher Shortages Upend Public Schools in Lisbon and the South
Portugal teacher shortage hits Lisbon, Algarve schools. Learn to navigate gaps, timetable changes and enrollment choices this semester smoothly.
Economy · ImmigrationSmall Euribor Swings, Big Impact on Portugal Home Loans for Expats
Euribor just nudged again. See what the latest 3-, 6- and 12-month moves mean for your Portuguese mortgage or savings plan.
Politics · ImmigrationWho Runs Your Town? Portugal’s Quiet Mayors and You
Survey shows many in Portugal can't identify their mayor. Learn why local power matters for expats and how to plug into city hall life today.
Immigration · PoliticsForeign residents set to rally as Parliament reopens immigration debate
Portugal immigration protest on 17 Sept targets visa, nationality bills. Check road changes, legal stakes and why outcomes matter for residents.
National News · ImmigrationBell Rings, No Teacher: Portugal’s Schools Start Short-Staffed
Portugal teacher shortage leaves maths-science classes uncovered. Learn what parents and incoming expats can do to keep studies on track.
Economy · ImmigrationPortugal’s Soaring Rents: What Newcomers Will Pay from Lisbon to Viseu
Compare Lisbon's €22/m² highs with interior bargains under €10. See 2024 rent trends, new housing laws and budgeting tips before you sign a lease.