A Timeline for Moving to Portugal: When to Do What

Moving to Portugal is an exciting step, but while the idea of relocating can be exciting, the process itself involves careful planning.
One of the most important things to understand before creating your moving plan is that your timeline depends on where you’re moving from. Citizens of the European Union follow a much simpler process than those relocating from countries such as the United States, Canada, Brazil or the United Kingdom.
This guide walks you through each stage of the relocation process, so you know exactly what to expect before and after arriving in Portugal.