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Life Abroad in Portugal with Bob TapperAuthor: Bob Tapper
Hosted by American expat Bob Tapper, Life Abroad in Portugal is your go-to resource for navigating life in one of Europes most welcoming countries. Each episode dives into the real questions people ask when considering the move: How do immigration laws and residency options work? Whats the process of starting a business in Portugal? How do you handle insurance, banking, and taxes as a foreigner? What are the cultural traditions, local events, and hidden gems worth exploring?Whether you're actively planning your move or just curious about the expat experience, this podcast offers practical advice, up-to-date information, and the occasional fun story from life on the ground in Porto. Language: en-us Genres: Education, How To, Personal Journals, Society & Culture Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it Trailer: |
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S7:Ep3 - Portugal D7 Renewal: 4 Things I’m Doing After Getting My Residence Permit Card
Episode 3
Thursday, 5 March, 2026
Send me a Text Message!I just received my Portugal D7 residence permit card — and I’m already thinking ahead to renewal.In this episode of Life Abroad in Portugal, I share the four things I’m focusing on over the next two years to help ensure my residency renewal goes as smoothly as the process of getting the card did.Renewal isn’t something you scramble for at the last minute. It’s really about how you live during your residency period.I talk about the four principles guiding me moving forward:• Meeting Portugal’s physical presence requirements (6 consecutive or 8 non-consecutive months each year) • Using my NIF number and participating actively in the Portuguese economy • Paying my fair share of Portuguese taxes • Being a responsible, law-abiding residentIf you’re living in Portugal on a D7 visa or any residence permit, this mindset can make the renewal process much less stressful.Getting the card isn’t the end of the journey — it’s the beginning of building a life here responsibly.🎧 Life Abroad in Portugal is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and wherever you listen to podcasts.Support the show
