Explore Portugal, your new home abroad
Portugal: a country that surprises you, every single day. Charming history and traditions, welcoming people, exciting business opportunities, and an endless coastline filled with gorgeous beaches.
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Economy
#38
Economic freedom ranking
1.9%
GDP Growth forecast for 2023
3.6%
Inflation forecast for 2023
Economy
Full Year GDP Growth
Economy
Facts about economy
Economy
Trade in goods and services as a percentage of GDP.
Economy
The services sector accounts for most of Portugal's gross domestic product (GDP).
Economy
Cars, motor vehicles, and refined petroleum represent over 13% of exports.
Education
5%
of GDP is spent in Public Education
#14
world's best place to study abroad
23%
high education students in private universities
Education
Students in pre-school, elementary, secondary or higher education (k-students)
Education
Facts about education
Education
One in every 5 high education students receive a scholarship
Education
Portuguese teachers who holds at least a master's degree.
Education
Women make up more than half of all PhD students
Quality of Life
#3
Quality of Life Index for expats
84%
Expats happy with their life
#1
European best place for expats to live
Quality of Life
Average prices - Portugal vs New York (€)
Quality of Life
Facts about Quality of Life in PT
Quality of Life
Expats that appreciate the local leisure options (worldwide average is 72%)
Quality of Life
Expats that describe Portugal as peaceful and safe (worldwide average is 80%)
Quality of Life
Expats happy with socializing and leisure activities (worldwide average is 67%)
Taxes
#34
International Tax Competitiveness Index
183
Number of days to be considered tax resident
20%
Income tax flat rate for expats living in Portugal with NHR Status
Taxes
Combined Corporate Income Tax Rate
Taxes
Facts about Taxes in Portugal
Taxes
Tax reductions for expats with NHR status can be higher than 50%
Taxes
A flat tax rate that applies to overseas pensions as well as other contributions from pension funds and similar retirement systems
Taxes
Portuguese inheritance tax for spouse or children
Housing
#42
Lisbon's Rank of Price per Square Meter in City Center in Europe
#80
Porto's Rank of Price per Square Meter in City Center in Europe
1,355€
Average Price per Square Meter in Portugal
Housing
Portugal Price to Rent Ration per Year (K €)
Housing
Facts about Housing in Portugal
Housing
Buying a house with pool in Portugal is more expensive
Housing
Sines, on the Alentejo coast, has the largest increase in house prices by the sea
Housing
House prices in Portugal are above pre-recession levels
Immigration
#4
Best Quality of life for expats in the world
#7
World’s largest ranking of countries by English skills
#5
Best Places for Remote Work in the EU
Immigration
Number of Golden visas until Aug 2022 per Investment Type
Immigration
Facts about Immigration in Portugal
Immigration
Foreigners in Portugal who are from countries outside the European Union
Immigration
New immigrants that consist of family members and accompanying family
Immigration
Algarve has the highest proportion of foreign citizens
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