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Hosted by Bob Tapper · 🇺🇸 US · EN-US · 93 episodes
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Hosted by American expat Bob Tapper, Life Abroad in Portugal is your go-to resource for navigating life in one of Europe’s most welcoming countries. Each episode dives into the real questions people ask when considering the move: — How do immigration laws and residency options work? — What’s the process of starting a business in Portugal? — How do you handle insurance, banking, and taxes as a foreigner? — What are the cultural traditions, local events, and hidden gems worth exploring? Whether you're actively planning your move or just curious about the expat experience, this podcast offers practical advice, up-to-date information, and the occasional fun story from life on the ground in Porto.
Bob Tapper hosts Life Abroad in Portugal with Bob Tapper 🇵🇹, a society show with 93 episodes published.
Send me a Text Message! Are you an expat… or an immigrant in Portugal? In this episode of Life Abroad in Portugal, I explore a question that sounds simple — but carries more meaning than most people expect. As more peopl
Send me a Text Message! Making friends in Portugal isn’t always easy — and for many people moving abroad, it can feel surprisingly lonely. In this episode of Life Abroad in Portugal, I share my experience building a real
Send me a Text Message! I just received my Portugal D7 residence permit card — and I’m already thinking ahead to renewal. In this episode of Life Abroad in Portugal, I share the four things I’m focusing on over the next
Send me a Text Message! If you’ve ever compared your Portugal residency timeline to someone else’s and felt anxious, frustrated, or behind — this episode is for you. In this episode of Life Abroad in Portugal, I talk abo
Send me a Text Message! Getting your Portuguese residency card feels like the finish line — but what happens after that moment is rarely talked about. In this episode of Life Abroad in Portugal, I reflect on the quiet ph
Send me a Text Message! Six weeks after my AIMA appointment, I finally received my Portuguese residency permit card — and in this episode, I share exactly how it happened. From the unexpected phone call (and why it almos
Send me a Text Message! After months of waiting — and a few nerves along the way — my AIMA appointment finally happened! In this episode of Life Abroad in Portugal, I share the three biggest lessons I took away from the
Send me a Text Message! After my August AIMA appointment was postponed, it’s finally happening — hopefully — this week! In this episode of Life Abroad in Portugal, I walk you through exactly what I’m bringing to my AIMA
Send me a Text Message! In this episode of Life Abroad in Portugal, Bob Tapper sits down with Charles Dexter Lim , who shares how he successfully relocated from California to Coimbra, Portugal — all without leaving the U
Send me a Text Message! Applying for Portugal’s D7 visa? In this episode of Life Abroad in Portugal, I break down the official minimum financial requirements (as of October 2025) — in both euros and U.S. dollars — and ex
Send me a Text Message! Big changes from AIMA in Portugal: if you’re applying for residency with a lease agreement, you now need a notarized landlord declaration and proof that your lease is registered with Finanças. In
Send me a Text Message! 🎙️ Meredith & Mark: The Fast-Track to Residency in Portugal In this episode of Life Abroad in Portugal, I sit down with Meredith and Mark — fellow expats, Portugal travel consultants, and the voi
Send me a Text Message! Today I’m joined by Morgan and Louie Silva, and we dive into their story of moving to Portugal. Louie was able to get citizenship through his family roots, which made the move a little quicker, wh
Send me a Text Message! My much-anticipated AIMA appointment has been postponed! Instead of August, I’ll now be waiting until the end of October. It’s also been moved to Porto, not Viana do Castelo. In this episode, I sh
Send me a Text Message! AUGUST 2025 Getting ready for my AIMA appointment meant double-checking every detail—bank statements, proof of income, lease agreement, and even my boarding pass. Thankfully, my consultant caught
Send me a Text Message! JULY 2025 In this episode, I walk you through the next big step in my move to Portugal— the VFS appointment and how I got my D7 visa approved . I’ll share exactly what the appointment was like, ho
Send me a Text Message! JULY 2025 In this episode, I share the story of how I went from five years of nonstop travel to finally deciding to settle down in Portugal—specifically, in Porto. I talk about why I chose Portuga
Send me a Text Message! APRIL 2025 After months of waiting, it finally happened — my Portuguese visa was approved! In this episode, I share the emotional highs and lows of April: flying back to the U.S. to finalize paper
Send me a Text Message! MARCH 2025 Hey everyone—checking in from Albania! This month’s been a bit of a whirlwind. I finally moved into my new place in Porto (which felt amazing), but then had to leave Portugal until my v
Send me a Text Message! February 2025 This month was a whirlwind! I started in Portimão, soaking up the Algarve sun (when it wasn’t cloudy) before making a long trek back to the U.S. for my visa appointment. After trains
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