About Live in PT

Live in PT publishes practical English-language guides for foreigners living in Portugal or planning a move to Portugal. The site is built for people who need clear explanations of everyday systems, not marketing copy or complicated official language.

Our mission

Our goal is to make common Portugal tasks easier to understand before readers use an official service, contact an institution, or speak with a qualified professional. We focus on practical context, plain English, and links to official sources where possible.

Who the site is for

Live in PT is written for English-speaking foreigners, including residents, new arrivals, students, workers, remote workers, families, and people preparing documents before moving to Portugal.

Topics we cover

The site covers documents, immigration, tax, housing, banking, healthcare, work, study, and daily life in Portugal. Guides are organized around real tasks, such as getting a NIF, understanding AIMA appointments, preparing documents, using public services, or finding the right official page.

How we help

We explain what a process is for, who it may apply to, what documents may be involved, which official source to check, and what practical mistakes readers should avoid. We do not replace official sources, but we aim to make them easier to understand.

Independence

Live in PT is an independent website. It is not affiliated with AIMA, IRN, Finanças, Segurança Social, SNS, gov.pt, or any Portuguese government authority.

Important limits

Articles are general information only. Live in PT is not a law firm, accounting firm, immigration consultancy, medical provider, financial adviser, or government office. Immigration, tax, healthcare, housing, employment, and legal information can change, so readers should verify important decisions with official sources or qualified professionals.