Monthly Archives: April 2017

An ominous Letter from the Tax Office

24 Monday Apr 2017

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As a resident foreigner, you may receive letters from the Tax Office (“AT”). Just as happens with many Portuguese citizens, you will be baffled by the encrypted content, written in unadulterated “bureaucratese”. The letter may come with a “number” that might seem to be a tax demand. It may also contain a “deadline”, defining when you are supposed to react. The first order of business is: “Don’t panic.” Continue reading →

Tourist lets only with licensed properties

24 Monday Apr 2017

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As of 01 July, online letting platforms such as AirBnB and Booking can only list properties duly  licensed in the National Tourist Registry. The obligation to enroll is part of a simplex initiative known as “Simpler Tourist Licenses”. With the new regulation, the Government intends to avoid unfair competition between property owners and tour operators as well as strengthen compliance.

Nationality and effective links to the Portuguese Community

24 Monday Apr 2017

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One of the requirements for acquiring Portuguese citizenship is demonstrating effective links to the Portuguese Community. These connections are shown by objective circumstances that reveal bonds. Examples include: mastery or at least a basic knowledge of the language; family ties; relations of friendship or conviviality; possession of a home; social habits: membership in clubs, churches, associations and organisations; cultural links; economic holdings; interest in history or current events in Portugal.