Get Help with Buying a Home in Portugal

Get Help with Buying a Home in Portugal

Foreigners, including UK citizens, can buy property in Portugal with minimal requirements: a valid passport, a Portuguese tax identification number (NIF), and a Portuguese bank account.

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Why Buy a House With DolceVisa®?

Buying a house in Portugal means owning property in one of Europe’s most welcoming and affordable markets. The process can also open doors to residency, citizenship, and long-term investment security. People choose Portugal for its sunshine, safety, and culture, with options ranging from Lisbon’s city life to the Algarve’s beaches and Porto’s charm. DolceVisa® makes it simple by handling NIF numbers, contracts, and notaries so you can focus on your new home.

What are the benefits of buying a home in Portugal?

What are the benefits of buying a home in Portugal?

Buying a house in Portugal offers both lifestyle and financial benefits, combining affordable property with long-term value growth. It’s a gateway to Mediterranean living, global mobility through residency or citizenship, and the security of investing in one of Europe’s most stable markets.

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Full Support When Purchasing a Home

Full Support When Purchasing a Home

Portugal has one of the most beautiful landscapes, scenery, history, lifestyle and food cultures in the world. When you purchase a home in Portugal, you get access to this every day.

Attractive Property Prices

Attractive Property Prices

Portuguese House Prices are often 35-40% cheaper than the UK counterparts, making for an attractive purchasing opportunity that won't break the bank and give you access to Portugal.

Potential for Rental Income

Potential for Rental Income

If purchasing in popular tourist destinations, Portuguese homes are prime investments for rental income with services like Airbnb or long term rentals for summer periods!

Secure Investment in a Secure Estate Market

Secure Investment in a Secure Estate Market

Despite recent discourse, Portugal's economy is thriving and growing with a secure housing market, making for a perfect investment opportunity that shouldn't depreciate.

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Why Trust DolceVisa® with Your House?

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The Simple Way to Buy a Home in Portugal

The Simple Way to Buy a Home in Portugal

Your Portuguese Home Purchase Process is as simple as 1, 2, 3, 4.

1

Get your NIF and open a Portuguese bank account

Apply for your Número de Identificación de Extranjero (NIE) at a Spanish police station or consulate. Open a local bank account to handle payments and taxes.

2

Choose your property and conduct legal checks

Find your ideal home and have a lawyer or notary verify ownership, debts, and building licenses.

3

Sign the contract

Pay a deposit (usually 10%) to secure the property and agree on the purchase terms.

4

Complete Payment, Taxes, and Register Ownership

Sign the escritura pública (public deed) before a notary, pay the purchase taxes and fees, and register your ownership at the Land Registry.

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Get Help with Buying a Home in Portugal

Get Help with Buying a Home in Portugal

Foreigners, including UK citizens, can buy property in Portugal with minimal requirements: a valid passport, a Portuguese tax identification number (NIF), and a Portuguese bank account.

Full Support When Purchasing a Home

End to End Process

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First Response within 36 hours

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DolceVisa® services come with a choice. You can choose to engage the legal team to have everything done for you, or our DIY option, which is much cheaper (but still fully guided)!

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WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT


How the process works with DolceVisa®, and what you can expect.

Choose to Do It Yourself, or engage our legal team.

DolceVisa® services come with a choice. You can choose to engage the legal team to have everything done for you, or our DIY option, which is much cheaper (but still fully guided)!

Every Client Gets a Case Manager Free of Charge

You'll receive a case manager to guide you along the way, free of charge to help with the nitty gritty parts, send you content that might be useful, and so much more.

Access to one of the most tight knit communities

You'll officially be a part of the DolceVisa® Community, a group of thousands of people who want to move abroad, and start a new life. With events every month, the DolceVisa® community is one of the friendliest, and helpful.

What Makes DolceVisa®
Different?

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT


How the process works with DolceVisa®, and what you can expect.

Choose to Do It Yourself, or engage our legal team.

DolceVisa® services come with a choice. You can choose to engage the legal team to have everything done for you, or our DIY option, which is much cheaper (but still fully guided)!

Every Client Gets a Case Manager Free of Charge

You'll receive a case manager to guide you along the way, free of charge to help with the nitty gritty parts, send you content that might be useful, and so much more.

Access to one of the most tight knit communities

You'll officially be a part of the DolceVisa® Community, a group of thousands of people who want to move abroad, and start a new life. With events every month, the DolceVisa® community is one of the friendliest, and helpful.

What Makes DolceVisa® Different?

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT


How the process works with DolceVisa®, and what you can expect.

Choose to Do It Yourself, or engage our legal team.

DolceVisa® services come with a choice. You can choose to engage the legal team to have everything done for you, or our DIY option, which is much cheaper (but still fully guided)!

Every Client Gets a Case Manager Free of Charge

You'll receive a case manager to guide you along the way, free of charge to help with the nitty gritty parts, send you content that might be useful, and so much more.

Access to one of the most tight knit communities

You'll officially be a part of the DolceVisa® Community, a group of thousands of people who want to move abroad, and start a new life. With events every month, the DolceVisa® community is one of the friendliest, and helpful.

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Dive into our collection of guides, checklists, documents and interactive forms covering various aspects of relocation from housing to citizenship.

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Eligibility and FAQs

Eligibility and FAQs

Can UK residents buy property in Portugal after Brexit?

Yes. There are no restrictions on foreign ownership, and UK citizens can freely buy property in Portugal, even after Brexit.

Can UK residents buy property in Portugal after Brexit?

Yes. There are no restrictions on foreign ownership, and UK citizens can freely buy property in Portugal, even after Brexit.

Can UK residents buy property in Portugal after Brexit?

Yes. There are no restrictions on foreign ownership, and UK citizens can freely buy property in Portugal, even after Brexit.

Can UK residents buy property in Portugal after Brexit?

Yes. There are no restrictions on foreign ownership, and UK citizens can freely buy property in Portugal, even after Brexit.

Do I need to be a resident to buy a home in Portugal?

No. You can purchase property without being a resident, but owning property can support applications for residency or long-term visas.

Do I need to be a resident to buy a home in Portugal?

No. You can purchase property without being a resident, but owning property can support applications for residency or long-term visas.

Do I need to be a resident to buy a home in Portugal?

No. You can purchase property without being a resident, but owning property can support applications for residency or long-term visas.

Do I need to be a resident to buy a home in Portugal?

No. You can purchase property without being a resident, but owning property can support applications for residency or long-term visas.

What documents do I need to buy property in Portugal?

You will need a Portuguese tax identification number (NIF), a Portuguese bank account, proof of funds, and valid ID such as your passport.

What documents do I need to buy property in Portugal?

You will need a Portuguese tax identification number (NIF), a Portuguese bank account, proof of funds, and valid ID such as your passport.

What documents do I need to buy property in Portugal?

You will need a Portuguese tax identification number (NIF), a Portuguese bank account, proof of funds, and valid ID such as your passport.

What documents do I need to buy property in Portugal?

You will need a Portuguese tax identification number (NIF), a Portuguese bank account, proof of funds, and valid ID such as your passport.

Are there extra taxes for UK buyers in Portugal?

Property purchase taxes are the same for UK and EU buyers. You’ll pay IMT (property transfer tax), Stamp Duty, and notary/registration fees.

Are there extra taxes for UK buyers in Portugal?

Property purchase taxes are the same for UK and EU buyers. You’ll pay IMT (property transfer tax), Stamp Duty, and notary/registration fees.

Are there extra taxes for UK buyers in Portugal?

Property purchase taxes are the same for UK and EU buyers. You’ll pay IMT (property transfer tax), Stamp Duty, and notary/registration fees.

Are there extra taxes for UK buyers in Portugal?

Property purchase taxes are the same for UK and EU buyers. You’ll pay IMT (property transfer tax), Stamp Duty, and notary/registration fees.

Can I get a mortgage in Portugal as a UK citizen?

Yes. Many Portuguese banks offer mortgages to UK residents, usually covering 60–70% of the property value.

Can I get a mortgage in Portugal as a UK citizen?

Yes. Many Portuguese banks offer mortgages to UK residents, usually covering 60–70% of the property value.

Can I get a mortgage in Portugal as a UK citizen?

Yes. Many Portuguese banks offer mortgages to UK residents, usually covering 60–70% of the property value.

Can I get a mortgage in Portugal as a UK citizen?

Yes. Many Portuguese banks offer mortgages to UK residents, usually covering 60–70% of the property value.

Does buying a house in Portugal give me residency?

Not automatically. However, certain investment thresholds, such as through the D7 Visa or Golden Visa alternatives, can qualify you for residency.

Does buying a house in Portugal give me residency?

Not automatically. However, certain investment thresholds, such as through the D7 Visa or Golden Visa alternatives, can qualify you for residency.

Does buying a house in Portugal give me residency?

Not automatically. However, certain investment thresholds, such as through the D7 Visa or Golden Visa alternatives, can qualify you for residency.

Does buying a house in Portugal give me residency?

Not automatically. However, certain investment thresholds, such as through the D7 Visa or Golden Visa alternatives, can qualify you for residency.

Is buying property in Portugal a good investment for UK residents?

Yes. Portugal offers affordable prices compared to the UK, strong rental demand in cities and tourist areas, and steady property value growth.

Is buying property in Portugal a good investment for UK residents?

Yes. Portugal offers affordable prices compared to the UK, strong rental demand in cities and tourist areas, and steady property value growth.

Is buying property in Portugal a good investment for UK residents?

Yes. Portugal offers affordable prices compared to the UK, strong rental demand in cities and tourist areas, and steady property value growth.

Is buying property in Portugal a good investment for UK residents?

Yes. Portugal offers affordable prices compared to the UK, strong rental demand in cities and tourist areas, and steady property value growth.

Ready? Become a Portuguese Homeowner Today.

Ready? Become a Portuguese Homeowner Today.

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Registered Office: 200a Stockport Road, Timperley, England, WA15 7UA. DolceVisa®  is not a law firm. Copyright © 2024 DolceVisa® – All Rights Reserved.


DolceVisa® is more than a legal service: it’s a movement. We’re reimagining what it means to move across borders with freedom, purpose, and belonging. From expert legal support to a vibrant global community, we make immigration feel less like paperwork, and more like possibility.

All rights reserved. DolceVisa® refers to the DolceVisa® network and/or one or more of its member firms, each of which is a separate legal entity. Please see how we are structured for further details.

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