What Portugal can offer a startup beyond money
The first two articles in this series were about money: grants and investments. This article is about the legal and infrastructural tools that can make life easier
€100,000 for a Kids’ Play Space
The founders of Lisbon’s SandCastle explain why a childcare, café and coworking concept struggled, how much it cost and what they learned.
Missed the IRS Deadline? What the Delay Costs and How to File It Yourself
What happens after Portugal’s 2026 IRS filing deadline, how reduced fines work, what late filers may lose and how to submit Modelo 3 online.
Personal Experience: Sending Kids to School in Portugal
A parent of four compares international, private Portuguese and public schools, explaining admission priorities, fees, language and waiting lists.
Startup Grants Guide: Where to Find Business Funding in Portugal
A guide to Portuguese and European grants for startups and SMEs: where to look, which costs qualify, and what to prepare before applying.
Five of the Six Best Coffee Shops in Portugal Were Founded by Immigrants
Six Portuguese specialty coffee shops entered Europe’s 100 Best Coffee Shops ranking in 2026, and five of them were founded by immigrants.
Preferential Mortgage for Young Buyers in Portugal: How to Get It and How Much You Can Save
How Portugal’s IMT Jovem tax relief and state mortgage guarantee work for buyers aged 35 or under, including eligibility, savings and deadlines.
How we got a mortgage on our dream house without a Portuguese employment contract
Buying a house in Portugal without a local employment contract — and without being an ideal borrower in the bank’s eyes — is no easy task. Zhenya, a heroine of
Do you pay tax on Bitcoin in Portugal? The tax authority explains the rules
Portugal’s tax authority has clarified crypto rules for mining, staking, capital gains, FIFO, exit tax, companies and reporting platforms.
Summer in Portugal: a complete guide to activities
Surfing, snorkelling, kayaking, hiking, wine tours, festivals and dolphin watching: a practical guide to summer activities in Portugal.
Where to escape the heat: 7 less obvious beach spots in Portugal
Seven quieter beach spots in Portugal, with practical notes on access, safety, parking and the best way to plan a summer visit.