What is negative about living in Portugal?

4- Bureaucracy and pace of life Bureaucracy is one of the main concerns for foreigners and even the Portuguese people themselves. Everyone agrees that one of the biggest cons of living in Portugal is the bureaucracy. Most things in Portugal can take quite a bit of time, and paperwork is also pretty slow.



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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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The cost of seeing a general practitioner is usually less than 60 Euros. Basic dental cleaning starts at about 30 Euros. Visitors to Portugal are not covered under the country's public healthcare system and thus should carry their own private travel medical insurance.

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What is the cost of living in Portugal for a couple? Depending on your lifestyle, a couple should be able to get by with between $2,500 (€2,332) to $3,000 (€2,798) a month in Portugal outside the major cities. In major cities, particularly in the city center, expect to need a little more.

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Dial 112 and ask for an ambulance. Contact your insurance or medical assistance company promptly if you're referred to a medical facility for treatment. Read more information on healthcare when travelling in Europe.

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