Portugal Concierge Relocation Support
Portugal Concierge Relocation Support
Every aspect of the relocation process. We've got you covered.
This service includes:
- Full D7 or D8 Visa Application Support service for main applicant
- Full Rental Search service, including support identifying the best neighborhood/town for your family
- Procurement of NIF and NISS numbers for main applicant
- Opening of Portuguese bank account
- Accompaniment by Portuguese StartAbroad agent during one AIMA appointment
- Single point-of-contact relocation specialist who will support you throughout the move process
- One-on-one, 30-minute video conference calls with dedicated relocation specialist throughout the relocation process at your discretion
- Dedicated relocation specialist available via Concierge Client WhatsApp Line anytime during business hours throughout the move process
- Dedicated relocation specialist available for up one month after move
- Airport pick-up upon arrival in Portugal
- Short tour of new hometown upon arrival by an English-speaking guide
- 30-minute consultation with Portugal tax specialist
- Pre-arrival utilities set-up
- Connection to expert specializing in US-expat taxes
- Medical planning support, including: Connection to health insurance broker, locating sources for key medications, and vetting required specialists
- Pet relocation checklist + connection to vetted providers (if needed)
- Guidance on managing phone, mail, and banking needs
- Support identifying schooling options for children (if needed)
- Exploratory Trip planning (if needed)
- Support identifying properties or investments + connection to vetted buyer's agent (if needed)
- And more!
Optional add-ons
- Add accompanying family members for $350.00 per applicant
- Add NIF procurement for dependents for $175.00 per dependent
Pay 70% upfront, and 30% after visa approval
Fee does not include: government application fees, costs associated with using a partner vendor, costs of procuring visa related documents, etc.
How It Works
Every relocation is different. Here is an example of what the Concierge Relocation Package experience might look like
Discovery
- 30-minute calls with your dedicated relocation specialist to dig into any topic of your choosing
- Plan an Exploratory Trip (optional)
Planning
- Create a tailored action plan
- Create a budget
- Start the immigration process
- Start the real estate and/or rental search process
- Find a great school (optional)
- Start the car search process
Pre-Arrival
- Select the best shipping option
- Make plans to bring your pet
- Purchase health insurance
- Create a plan to handle expat and local taxes
- Select phone, mailing, and banking solutions
- Find a rental
Arrival
- Get picked up from the airport
- Help setting up your local sim
- Receive a tour of your new home
- Access to specialists via on-demand Concierge Client Line
Settling In
- Have support plugging into your new community
- On-call support for 90 days after your arrival in country
Is Concierge Relocation support right for you?
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Portugal client reviews
StartAbroad made the process easy and manageable. Anna is the BEST, she informed me of the necessary steps to get me to Portugal. StartAbroad helped with housing, needed documents, and the million questions I had. I highly recommend their services if you want an easy and very manageable process to travel and live overseas.
Joyce L.
Portugal Concierge Client
We hired StartAbroad to help us find a long-term rental in Portugal and we’re extremely happy that we did. Because we wanted to be in the Algarve where longer term rentals aren’t easy to find, Anna from StartAbroad helped us create a wish list that matched our budget [and] still managed to check the boxes that were important to us. Based on that, she compiled listings for us to see as soon as we touched down in Portugal from the US. Armed with that, and a little bit of luck, we were able to find a home that was everything we’d hoped for!
We feel very confident recommending StartAbroad to anyone looking to relocate abroad.
Richard F.
Rental Search Client
We greatly appreciated the personable…concierge service that StartAbroad offered. [They] listened to what we said and what we did not say and helped us plan a very fun, but strategic exploratory trip. We were able to see multiple cities during our very brief visit and have a lot of fun along the way.
Tea N.
Exploratory Trip Client
Frequently asked questions
Can I get a reduced rate if I don't need every component of the Concierge Package?
Yes. Many clients only need some of the components of our Concierge Package, but still want the premium-level service that concierge clients receive. We are happy to customize a bundle at a reduced price so that you get exactly what you need, and nothing you don’t. Schedule a no-cost 15 minute consultation call, or reach out to us at info@startabroad.com to receive a customized offer.
At what stage in my relocation journey should I book the Concierge Package?
Ideally 3-6 months before your move so that we have enough lead time to make sure everything goes as smoothly as possible. However, our Concierge Package is valuable for clients even a year or more out from a move. In those cases, bi-weekly calls will be used for Discovery and Planning so that you have a partner and guide help you make decisions and understand all of your options. If you are moving sooner than 3 months, you will still find the Concierge Package valuable as so much of the stressful work of the move will be taken off of your plate.
I'm worried about how I will adapt after the move. Is that something StartAbroad helps with?
Yes! The period immediately after you arrive in-country is one of the most stressful parts of the relocation process. After we’ve picked you up from the airport, and gotten your phone and utilities set up, we’ll show you around your new town and make recommendations on how to plug into local and expat communities that align with your interests. We will also be on-call for 30 days after your arrival to answer any questions that come up as you settle in.
