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Meet the voices behind the stories — every Friday, we release a new episode featuring inspiring guests from across Portugal and beyond, including artists, chefs, winemakers, musicians, historians, entrepreneurs, locals and expats.

Explore our diverse guest line-up and discover the people shaping Portuguese culture, food, travel, and daily life.

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Relocating to Portugal: Residency, Citizenship, Tax Structuring & Property — Done Properly

Relocating to Portugal can be complex — especially when residency, tax structuring, and property are involved.

In this episode of Podcast Portugal, host Justin West speaks with Elena Bykovets, CEO and Founder of RelyOn Relocation Made Easy®, about what people often misunderstand before moving to Portugal — and why end-to-end, legally compliant relocation support is essential in today’s environment.

Elena explains:

  • What’s really happening when people first consider relocating to Portugal

  • The biggest misconceptions around residency and citizenship

  • Why “tax-friendly Portugal” only works with proper legal structuring

  • How international residents can legally access tax regimes with effective rates from 0% to 20%

  • Common mistakes made when relocation or tax planning is handled independently

  • Property purchases and mortgage surprises facing international buyers

  • What a successful, long-term relocation actually looks like

This episode is essential listening for anyone considering moving to Portugal, investing in property, or seeking clarity amid conflicting online advice.

Partnered with RelyOn Relocation®
Residency, citizenship, tax structuring, and property — handled legally, clearly, and professionally.

Schedule a consultation at relyonrelocation.com

Relocating to Portugal offers incredible lifestyle and financial opportunities — but only when residency, citizenship, tax structuring, and property decisions are handled correctly.

In this Podcast Portugal episode, we speak with Elena Bykovets, CEO and Founder of RelyOn Relocation Made Easy®, a leading firm providing end-to-end relocation services for international clients moving to Portugal.

This conversation explores the realities behind:

  • Portuguese residency and citizenship pathways

  • Legal tax structuring and access to special tax regimes

  • Why Portugal is considered tax-friendly — and where people go wrong

  • Common relocation and compliance mistakes

  • Property purchases and mortgage solutions for international buyers

  • What a secure, compliant, long-term relocation truly looks like

Elena brings professional clarity to an industry crowded with misinformation, explaining why integrated legal, tax, and property coordination is now essential for anyone relocating to Portugal.

Featured Partner: RelyOn Relocation®
Providing residency, tax advising, and property support — handled legally, clearly, and professionally.

Schedule a consultation at relyonrelocation.com

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