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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.
The Biggest Mistakes Expats Make When Moving to Portugal.
The Biggest Mistakes Expats Make When Moving to Portugal.
StartAbroad founder Anna Sosdian shares practical lessons from helping hundreds of families, retirees, professionals and digital nomads relocate successfully.
Anna Sosdian and Zach Gerth are the co-founders of StartAbroad, a full-service international relocation company launched after the pair experienced twelve international relocations between them.
Since founding the company in 2021, they have helped hundreds of individuals and families navigate the complex process of moving abroad, with Portugal becoming one of their most popular destinations.
StartAbroad provides end-to-end relocation support, including visa assistance, housing searches, banking setup, NIF and NISS registration, airport arrivals, school searches and ongoing settlement services, all managed through a dedicated relocation specialist.
This episode is sponsored by StartAbroad, a full-service relocation company helping individuals and families move abroad with confidence.
From D7 and D8 (Digital Nomad) visa applications to rental searches, Portuguese bank accounts, NIF and NISS registration, and settling into life in Portugal, StartAbroad provides dedicated support every step of the way.
Podcast Portugal listeners can book a free 15-minute consultation and receive 5% off any service package using the code PODCASTPT at check out.
StartAbroad founder Anna Sosdian shares practical lessons from helping hundreds of families, retirees, professionals and digital nomads relocate successfully.
Anna Sosdian and Zach Gerth are the co-founders of StartAbroad, a full-service international relocation company launched after the pair experienced twelve international relocations between them.
Since founding the company in 2021, they have helped hundreds of individuals and families navigate the complex process of moving abroad, with Portugal becoming one of their most popular destinations.
StartAbroad provides end-to-end relocation support, including visa assistance, housing searches, banking setup, NIF and NISS registration, airport arrivals, school searches and ongoing settlement services, all managed through a dedicated relocation specialist.
This episode is sponsored by StartAbroad, a full-service relocation company helping individuals and families move abroad with confidence.
From D7 and D8 (Digital Nomad) visa applications to rental searches, Portuguese bank accounts, NIF and NISS registration, and settling into life in Portugal, StartAbroad provides dedicated support every step of the way.
Podcast Portugal listeners can book a free 15-minute consultation and receive 5% off any service package using the code PODCASTPT at check out.
Golden Visa Portugal Q&A (Part 2): Real Risks, Timelines & Investor Truths
Golden Visa Portugal Q&A (Part 2): Real Risks, Timelines & Investor Truths.
Listener Questions Answered with Jason Swan — Funds, Residency Rules, AIMA Delays, Tax Reality & Whether It’s Still Worth It.
In Part 2 of our Golden Visa series, expert consultant Jason Swan returns to answer real listener questions — cutting through confusion around risk, timelines, and what actually matters when applying for Portugal’s Golden Visa today. From whether you can lose residency if your investment underperforms, to the truth about fund risk, early exits, hidden fees, and changing government rules, this episode gives a grounded, practical look at how the programme works in reality — not just on paper.
We revisit key concerns investors often misunderstand: what happens if a fund closes early, whether Portuguese funds are truly “safer,” and how flexible your investment really is over the 5-year period. Jason also breaks down the legal and procedural side — do you really need a lawyer, what mistakes delay applications the most, and how long applicants are actually waiting for biometrics with AIMA versus official timelines.
A significant portion of the conversation focuses on lifestyle realities — how strictly the 7-day stay rule is enforced, whether you can live abroad full-time, and if minimal presence creates renewal risks. We also explore the long-term pathway: how realistic citizenship after 5 years is today, the difficulty of the Portuguese language requirement, and what happens if you fail it.
On the financial side, Jason addresses one of the biggest areas of confusion: tax. Does the Golden Visa make you a tax resident? What happens now that NHR has changed? And are you exposed to global income taxation if you’re not living in Portugal full-time?
Finally, we get into the strategic decisions: family inclusion (parents, adult children), what happens if your circumstances change mid-process, whether you can switch or withdraw investments, and the ultimate question — is the Golden Visa still worth it without property?
This is a practical, no-nonsense episode built directly from listener concerns — ideal for anyone seriously considering the Portuguese Golden Visa or currently navigating the process.
Listener Questions Answered with Jason Swan — Funds, Residency Rules, AIMA Delays, Tax Reality & Whether It’s Still Worth It.
In Part 2 of our Golden Visa series, expert consultant Jason Swan returns to answer real listener questions — cutting through confusion around risk, timelines, and what actually matters when applying for Portugal’s Golden Visa today. From whether you can lose residency if your investment underperforms, to the truth about fund risk, early exits, hidden fees, and changing government rules, this episode gives a grounded, practical look at how the programme works in reality — not just on paper.
We revisit key concerns investors often misunderstand: what happens if a fund closes early, whether Portuguese funds are truly “safer,” and how flexible your investment really is over the 5-year period. Jason also breaks down the legal and procedural side — do you really need a lawyer, what mistakes delay applications the most, and how long applicants are actually waiting for biometrics with AIMA versus official timelines.
A significant portion of the conversation focuses on lifestyle realities — how strictly the 7-day stay rule is enforced, whether you can live abroad full-time, and if minimal presence creates renewal risks. We also explore the long-term pathway: how realistic citizenship after 5 years is today, the difficulty of the Portuguese language requirement, and what happens if you fail it.
On the financial side, Jason addresses one of the biggest areas of confusion: tax. Does the Golden Visa make you a tax resident? What happens now that NHR has changed? And are you exposed to global income taxation if you’re not living in Portugal full-time?
Finally, we get into the strategic decisions: family inclusion (parents, adult children), what happens if your circumstances change mid-process, whether you can switch or withdraw investments, and the ultimate question — is the Golden Visa still worth it without property?
This is a practical, no-nonsense episode built directly from listener concerns — ideal for anyone seriously considering the Portuguese Golden Visa or currently navigating the process.