Guides

A living list of the community's most useful threads. These are starting points — search the categories for more.

First steps after arriving

• Getting your NIF (tax number)
• Opening a bank account as a non-resident
• Registering with SNS (public health)

Visas & residency

• Choosing between the D7 and D8
• Booking and preparing for your AIMA appointment

Settling in

• Finding housing in Lisbon vs Porto
• Meeting people and beating the first-month loneliness

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