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Everything you need to know about moving to Portugal.

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Is Portugal calling you? 
Moving to another country or continent can be exciting and scary at the same time, as it can be challenging to find the right and updated information you need. The Expat Centre Portugal helps internationals prepare themselves for the move to their new home in Portugal, and to build a steady network once they’ve arrived. We make sure they feel welcome, safe and supported for this exciting new chapter in their life. 

These webinars are created in collaboration with knowledgeable professionals whose services we appreciate. 
Ideal if you're planning on living here and want to be prepared.

Moving to Portugal? 
An American perspective.

In 2022 we hosted many webinars, for example the one on this page. We are currently preparing new webinars and it's not possible to register yet. 
 
Topics that were addressed:  
Driving in Portugal: navigating the motorways and highways

Sourcing what you need: how shopping in Portugal differs from the United States

The process of moving to Portugal: a brief review of some of the important considerations

In this webinar, the Americans Win, Stan and Betsy shared their discoveries and challenges.

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Our Speakers

We've gathered a team of experts with outstanding knowledge in their field of expertise for you to feel prepared, informed, secure and welcomed in this beautiful part of the globe, called Portugal. Webinars will be created on a monthly base over the year of 2021.


Ria van Doorn

Ria is a visionary woman who is the founder of, and force behind, the Expat Centre Portugal. She organizes events to help internationals prepare for the move to their new home in Portugal, and helps them build a steady network once they’ve arrived, so that they are supported for this exciting new chapter in their life.

Claudia Leisher

Dr. Claudia Leisher is highly knowledgeable and experienced in South African and Portuguese law and is able to assist foreigners in either country. OS Migration is a consulting firm specialising in the field of South African and Portuguese immigration and visa services. They assist with all legal documentation and registrations ie. marriage, birth or death, both in South Africa and Portugal. In addition, OS Migration assists with all residency and citizenship queries in Portugal and can facilitate in the relevant process.

Contact Claudia for a no-obligation consultation.

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Fatima Gonçalves

Our motto is, “If we can’t insure you, no one can!”. Being one of the Algarve’s leading independent insurance agencies, we aim to provide the best possible cover at the most competitive prices. No matter how diverse or complicated your requirements may be, we’ll find the best suited insurance solution for you.

Mention Expat Center Portugal and get special rates for mortgage protection.

Fatima is co-owner & managing director of Jim Player Insurances. Contact Fatima for a no-obligation consultation.

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Manuela Robinson

Manuela Robinson was born in Mozambique however moved to SA and completed her business economics degree before moving to PT. She has been in the financial industry services for just over 30 years, having worked in Multinational banks and institutions. Manuela is a member of different chambers of commerce and is an active member and director of NGO's. She is an Associate Director for Blacktower Financial Management, and has been with the company for the last 9.5 years and is based in the Algarve Office however services clients worldwide. Manuela’s area of expertise lay in International Pension Transfers; Inheritance, Financial and Tax Planning and Management; Private Wealth and Financial Management and Tax Efficient Structures. 

Contact Blacktower for a no-obligation consultation.

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Megan Holland

Megan is Country Manager for Lumon in Portugal - a specialist currency transfer provider who have been helping internationals with their foreign currency exchange for over 20 years. Megan say's 'When buying property overseas many people fail to realise just how important the currency exchange aspect of the property purchase is and how banks are not your best friend! The slightest exchange rate fluctuation can make a huge difference in the pocket!


One way of looking at it is that you would never buy a house in your home country without knowing how much it is going to cost you, and until you have locked into a rate of exchange you simply have no idea how much your dream home in Portugal will eventually cost!


Contact Megan for a no-obligation consultation.

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Iva Slavtcheva

Iva Slavtcheva is Business Development Manager for Moneycorp Currency Exchange in US.

Originally from Bulgaria, Iva moved to Florida at the age of 12. She joined the moneycorp team in 2014 and has been instrumental in the company’s expansion throughout the US.


Specialising in personal transfers, Iva has been directly working with individuals buying or selling properties.


The moneycorp group serves the growing foreign exchange and payments needs of global businesses and individuals, providing a better alternative to banks.


Established in 1979, moneycorp now has offices in 10 countries, and can help exchange over 120 currencies. A team of experts is available to guide you securely through the international payment process with leading technology, while providing exceptional customer service.


Contact Iva for a no-obligation consultation. Or go here. to immediately open up an no-obligation account and discover your benefits.

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Graciete Bothelho

I was born and raised in the Algarve. My home town is Quarteira where I grew up by the sea. For 5 years I lived in Lisbon while studying Law, but came back home missing the Algarve and I went to live in Loulé.

I became a fully certified lawyer in 2001 and have been working since then mainly with expats. This has been a true privilege! Being invited to be part of this group is seen as a challenge which I am willing to accept, knowing the difficulties that expats have, when moving and living in Portugal.


Graciete Bothelho Freitas is an

Independent lawyer in Loulé.

If you are looking for consultancy Graciete is available to give you advice on all legal matters.


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Moving to Portugal? 
An American perspective.


This free webinar is aimed to help support you in your journey to the Algarve.

Topics that will be addressed:  
✔ Driving in Portugal: navigating the motorways and highways

✔ Sourcing what you need: how shopping in Portugal differs from the United States

✔ The process of moving to Portugal: a brief review of some of the important considerations

The Americans Win, Stan and Betsy will share with you their discoveries and challenges.

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The Different Health Insurances explained  


This free webinar is aimed on helping you decide on the appropriate health insurance policy.

Topics that will be addressed: 
✔ Coverage reality check: know what is actually covered and what not

✔ How to ensure you have a health insurance when you arrive

✔ What cheaper health plans do and don't cover

✔ The difference between health insurance and health plans

If you are currently preparing your move or want to re-assess your health insurance, this is not a webinar to miss! 

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Currency Risk Management – What does a true currency partner look like? 


In this webinar we have a currency and payment expert present to introduce you to the difference of currency partnerships, ranging from 
✔ Risk management 
✔ The tools you can utilise 
✔ Information around what the currency market could well look like in the coming months

All aimed to be as valuable and useful to you all. This won’t be a sales session but an informative, value adding discussion around the best ways to manage currency exposure and plan your options going forward.

Director Steve Eakins and Country Manager Megan Holland from LUMON – The Portugal Payment Currency Specialists, will be happy to take questions from you, on what you are experiencing and your circumstances, whether that is generic or privately thereafter. 

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Public or Private Health Care?


During this webinar Medical Doctor Michael will be talking about:

✔ What is the difference in quality of healthcare in Public and Private facilities in Portugal? 
✔ What is your eligibility to using Public healthcare and what do you need to know?

This webinar will help dispel any anxiety you might have about het level of quality in healthcare in Portugal.
MD Michael Averbukh is co-founder and CEO of Serenity.

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Why use Crypto Currency for Real Estate transactions in Portugal?


Currently there is no taxation on some transactions made with cryptocurrency in Portugal, making it a desirable living and working country for crypto enthusiasts and long-term holders.

When moving to Portugal, expats that want to purchase real estate or do any other investment may face difficulties with their current registration and banking partners to convert a large amount of cryptocurrency.

Key note speaker Ricardo Filipe from Luso Digital Assets will explain how they can help meeting the regulatory requirements for your real estate purchases and make the most out of your holdings.

Together with co-speaker Dr. Leonor Valente Monteiro, lawyer and director at Martinez-Echevarria & Ferreira they provide all the legal framework that your bank and business partners will be comfortable with, to participate in cryptocurrency conversions. For more information, go here. 

 Hosted by Ria van Doorn, founder Expat Centre Portugal.

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All you need to know about the Portuguese Health Care System 


Webinar on Wednesday, March 16 at 7pm

During the webinar Medical Doctor Michael Averbukh will talk about:

✔ How is the system build? 
✔ How does it work and what do I need to know?
✔ What are the tools in my “tool box” if I have a medical need? 

This webinar is packed with tips and a great opportunity to get your questions answered.
MD Michael Averbukh is co-founder and CEO of Serenity.

 Hosted by Ria van Doorn, founder Expat Centre Portugal.

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Selecting an International School


Webinar on Wednesday, Feb 23 at 7pm

Headmaster Penelope Best beliefs that the happiness and wellbeing of children and teachers is the key to excellent achievement, with every individual feeling understood 
and valued. 

During the webinar Penelope will talk about:
✔️ What to look for in an International School
✔️ International School Curricula
✔️ The differences in International Schools
✔️ Hold a question and answer session.

 Hosted by Ria van Doorn, founder Expat Centre Portugal.

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Quality of Life with Tax Benefits!


Webinar on Wednesday, Dec 15 at 7pm
In this webinar our speakers will highlight the benefits of living in Portugal, and the roots to residence, such as D7/D2, Golden Visa, citizenship and European residency. We’ll also discuss non-habitual residents and tax obligations for expatriates. 

Speakers Dr. Leonor Valente Monteiro, lawyer and director at the Porto office of Martinez-Echevarria and Daniel Henderson from Blevins Franks in the Algarve will discuss the different possibilities of enjoying tax benefits. 
Join us, whether you’re retired of employed, to get your questions answered.

 Hosted by Ria van Doorn, founder Expat Centre Portugal.

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Your route to retirement


Webinar on Wednesday, Oct 13 at 3pm
Deciding what to do with your pensions is one of the most important financial decisions you make. Take regulated advice to understand how all the options and opportunities affect you and the tax implications in Portugal. 
Speaker Adrian Hook from Blevins Franks will discuss the best-case scenarios and provide some examples of the errors and expectations when relocating from the UK. 
Co-speaker is Jennifer Crutchley from Lumon, Specialists in International Currency exchange. Jennifer will shine a light on how you can avoid unfavourable exchange fees and make your foreign currency go further.
 Hosted by Ria van Doorn, founder Expat Centre Portugal.

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An American perspective to moving to Portugal 


Webinar on Wednesday, Sept 15 at 7pm
Meet Kathleen Lo: California girl turned digital nomad, now settled down in beautiful Portugal and enjoying the lifestyle. Chat with her to hear about her experience of moving to Portugal, what she learned and how it inspired her to start her own company.  
Joining her is Iva Slavtcheva from Moneycorp currency exchange. Iva will discuss best ways to move money from US to Portugal and how to avoid the high bank charges. 
 Hosted by Ria van Doorn, founder Expat Centre Portugal.

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NHR & Brexit: Make sure you understand the rules    


Webinar on Wednesday, April 21 at 7pm
Your speaker is Mark Quinn, Partner at Blevins Franks Wealth Management The leading international tax and wealth management advisers to UK nationals in Europe. Mark will share the key things you need to know about the Non-Habitual Residence scheme, its benefits and requirements. 
He will also discuss moving to or living in Portugal as a British expatriate and how Brexit affects your planning both now and for your family’s future.
Alongside *Dr. Leonor Monteiro & Marisa Alfonso from Martinez-Echevarria law firm. *Jennifer Crutchley, specialist in International Currency Transfers from Foreign Currency Direct. Hosted by Ria van Doorn, founder Expat Centre Portugal.

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Five things you need to know about purchasing property


Webinar on Wednesday, April 14 at 7pm
If you don’t know much about Portugal, don’t speak the language, or don’t know where you would want to live if you moved here, then you have a few things to do before you initiate the buying process. You will be surprised at how much information you can find nowadays that would have slowed, or even inhibited the ability to buy property in Portugal. The age of information parity is upon us, and you can learn so much about the buying process in Portugal right from your own home. The global shutdown from the pandemic has changed the way people buy property, and more people are buying completely online. This may sound scary, but if you inform yourself well, and find an agent who has your best interests at heart, the buying experience can be just as fun as if you were doing it in person. Before you buy, you should know as much as you can and prepare for the process and not feel like you’re in the dark. Key note speaker is Andrés Jennings from Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Portugal Property. Other Speakers: *Iva Slavtcheva, Moneycorp Currency Exchange in US. *Dr. Leonor Monteiro, Martinez-Echevarria law firm. 
Hosted by Ria van Doorn, founder Expat Centre Portugal.

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Golden Visa, Now of Never!    


Webinar on Wednesday, March 24 at 7pm

 This is the right time to invest in Portugal for the Golden Visa in the main cities. Why? Following a new Decree-Law, which will repeal and amend the previous one regarding the Golden Visa, as of January 2022, cities such as Braga, Porto, Aveiro, Viseu, Lisbon and much of the Algarve, will no longer be viable to acquire a property for the purpose of obtaining the Golden Visa. Furthermore, the investment values will increase.
Join Dr. Leonor Monteiro from Martinez-Echevarria law firm to hear the latest update on the continuity of the Golden Visa Program, citizenship and more diverse visas and the extent to which and how it will continue. 

Hosted by Ria van Doorn, founder Expat Centre Portugal.

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Webinar on Wednesday, February 24 at 7pm
Do you know what questions to ask when it comes to international money transfers? The bank seems like the go to place, but how much are they really charging? There are ways to save big and to protect yourself from adverse currency fluctuations. Speaker Iva from Moneycorp currency exchange talks about most common mistakes international buyers make when transferring funds. With *Dr. Leonor Monteiro & Marisa Alfonso from Martinez-Echevarria law firm. 
Hosted by Ria van Doorn, founder Expat Centre Portugal.

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Webinar on Wednesday, February 17 at 7pm
Get your insurances questions answered and hear the latest updates from our specialist *Fatima Gonçalves, owner of one of the Algarve’s leading Independent Insurance Agencies, *Dr. Leonor Monteiro & Marisa Alfonso from Martinez-Echevarria law firm.
*Jennifer Crutchley, specialist in International Currency Transfers from Foreign Currency Direct. 
Hosted by Ria van Doorn, founder Expat Centre Portugal.

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Wednesday, January 20, 2021
Get Living in Portugal Webinar for internationals who are thinking about moving to Portugal, or have recently arrived. Speaker Mark Quin will share the 5 most important things you need to understand about NHR and Brexit. Speakers: *Mark Quin, from Blevins Franks, the leading international tax and wealth management advisers to UK nationals living in southern Europe, *Dr. Leonor Monteiro & Marisa Alfonso from Martinez-Echevarria law firm, *Jennifer Crutchley & Jonathan Watson, specialists in International Currency Transfers from Foreign Currencies Direct. Hosted by Ria van Doorn, founder Expat Centre Portugal.

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Wednesday, December 16, 2020
Get your questions answered and hear the latest updates on the future of Golden Visa. Webinar with Dr. Leonor Valente Monteiro and Marisa Afonso from Martinez-Echevarria Law firm, Andrès Jennings from Berkshire Hattaway Homeservices and Iva Slavtcheva from Moneycorp. 
 Hosted by Ria van Doorn, founder Expat Centre Portugal.


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