Is Portugal best place to retire?

Moving to Spain gave Portugal a winning score of 7.83, noting in its findings that “Portugal is a safe country, with a high percentage of its population aged 65 and above. It offers plenty of sunshine, good-quality beaches, as well as a reasonably low cost of living.



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Some cons of retiring in Portugal include the slow pace of life, which doesn't suit everyone, bureaucracy and long waiting times, the need to carry cash, no central heating, and relatively low salaries compared to other European countries.

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Portugal is the best European country for retirement based on cost of living, healthcare and more. Moving to Spain found that the No. 1 best country in Europe to retire is Portugal.

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The Algarve The main attraction for pensioners in Portugal is of course the stunning Algarve region on Portugal's southern coast. This region is filled with golden beaches and impressive cliffs and in recent years has been recognised as the 'most affordable option in Europe for retirees' by Forbes.

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Portugal is one of the easiest countries in Europe to retire because of the low financial threshold of about 1,200 euros per month required to qualify for residency.

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