Posts tagged "Portugal"

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What does a typical day in Lisbon look like?

A typical day in Lisbon starts with a bica (Lisbon's word for an espresso) at the counter of your local café, continues with a metro or ferry ride to ...

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How many holiday days do you get in Portugal, Spain, Greece and Bulgaria?

Comparing a job abroad and wondering how much time off comes with it? The law sets a minimum in each country: about 22 working days a year in Portugal...

Permanent job

Caroline (50) lives and works in Lisbon: how it started

Caroline was 50 when she left for Lisbon. She already knew the city from earlier stays, so when the chance came, the destination was never really the ...

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What to cancel at home before you move abroad

Before you pack a single box, there are things back home worth thinking about too: your municipal registration, your health insurance and any benefits...

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Working abroad: what your first weeks are really like

When you start working abroad, your new life starts there too, but it is not waiting for you ready-made. You arrive, you start your new job, you unpac...

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Can you save money while working abroad?

Working abroad usually isn't about stacking up as much money as possible. It's more about the adventure, the climate, and a different pace of life. St...

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Application process

What's included in a relocation package? A clear breakdown

Moving abroad for work sounds exciting, until you start wondering who actually pays for what. A flight, a place to stay, all that paperwork, does your...

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Permanent job

Career paths after a Customer Support or Content Moderation job abroad

Some people see a Customer Support or Content Moderation job abroad as something temporary. A way to live in another country, meet new people and take...

Tips & tricks

Working in Portugal: do you settle in fastest in Lisbon, Porto or working remotely?

Portugal is one of the most popular destinations for people working abroad, and for good reason: the weather is kind, the cost of living is manageable...

Travel inspiration

Is working abroad worth it? Luis's honest experience in Lisbon

‘’Is working abroad worth it? It's one of the most common questions for anyone thinking about a move, and it is a fair one. Will it actually be as goo...

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Cost of living in Lisbon vs Porto

Portugal is having a moment, and honestly, it has been for a while. Good weather, great food, affordable living. The real question is: Lisbon or Porto...

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Can you work abroad without experience?

A lot of people dream about starting a new life abroad, but think they don’t have enough experience yet. Maybe you have worked part-time, just finishe...