US standards · Porto mastery
Moving To Portugal From The USA
The security of a domestic partnership with the local execution of a Porto-based firm. Your contract, payments and protections stay in the US, while our Porto team runs the move on the ground.
- Entity
- US LLCRegistered in Wyoming
- Agreements
- US lawGoverned by Wyoming law
- Payments
- ACHOr international wire
- East Coast to Porto
- 5 hoursBridged with proactive reporting
Moving from the US to Portugal, in short
Americans move to Portugal on the D7 (passive income from €920 a month in 2026), the D8 (remote work from €3,680 a month) or the D2 (entrepreneurs), applying through the Portuguese consular network in the US. With Relocate360 you sign a US-law agreement with a US company, pay by domestic ACH and meet us by secure video or in person in your state, while our Porto team handles NIF, banking, housing, AIMA and settling in.
01 The modern executive workflow
Designed For The Time-Poor Professional
Your time is your most valuable asset. We operate on a digital-first model, so we move with the speed and precision that high-stakes transitions require.
Secure virtual briefings
Initial consultations, document reviews and strategy sessions take place over encrypted video, on your schedule and in your time zone.
Domestic operational support
As a US LLC with local ACH banking, we handle your contracts and payments inside the American financial system, for complete peace of mind.
The Stateside Desk
Our US office is in Philadelphia, and our founder keeps a regular presence across the US, meeting clients in person in their own state.
02 Bridging the US-to-Portugal corridor
Local Trust, Global Results
For clients leaving New England, the Tri-State area and beyond, we act as the specialized bridge. We understand the tax, corporate and lifestyle considerations of moving from a US hub to Porto, Portugal’s “Innovation Capital”.
- East Coast logistics, optimized for families leaving the Tri-State and New England
- Corporate continuity for owners moving operations while keeping US interests
- The Porto landing: by the time you board your flight, your life in Porto is already staged
03 Before you go
What Americans Should Know Before Moving
The Portuguese rules are the same for every nationality. These are the US-specific pieces we plan around with you.
| Visa routes | D7 passive income · D8 remote work · D2 entrepreneur |
|---|---|
| Where to apply | The Portuguese consular post covering your state, generally through VFS Global visa centers |
| Background check | FBI Identity History Summary, apostilled by the US Department of State |
| Minimum income (2026) | D7: €920 a month (+50% spouse, +30% per child) · D8: €3,680 a month |
| US taxes | US citizens keep filing US federal returns and report foreign accounts where required (FBAR, FATCA) |
| Tax treaty | The US–Portugal income tax treaty helps prevent double taxation |
| Social Security | Payable to US citizens living in Portugal; the US–Portugal totalization agreement has been in effect since 1989 |
| Health coverage | Medicare generally does not cover care abroad, so private insurance is needed for the visa and first months |
| Permanent residency and citizenship | Permanent residency after 5 years; citizenship after 10 years for US nationals (2026 law) |
General information, not tax or legal advice. We coordinate with your US tax preparer on anything that affects your US return.
04 How we work
A Boutique Partner, Not A Volume Agency
To keep service levels high, we use a tiered onboarding process. Strategy starts on our digital desk. Once we are engaged as your service provider, we travel between Portugal and the US to meet you in person where it helps.
Virtual briefing
A secure video call to understand your goals, income, family and timeline.
Strategy & proposal
A clear roadmap, scope and fees, shared after your discovery call.
US-law agreement
Sign with Relocate360 LLC and pay by domestic ACH or international wire.
Meet in person
Where it helps, we travel to meet you in your state to build trust and plan the move together.
Porto execution
Visa file, NIF, banking, housing, AIMA and arrival, run by our Porto team.
05 Where you’re moving from
Tailored To Your Starting Point
New York & the Tri-State
From Manhattan to the Douro: D8 and D2 moves for finance, legal and business leaders, with prime real estate scouting in Foz.
Moving from New YorkMoving from Canada
The same visas with a different home-country checklist: departure tax, provincial health, CPP, OAS and RRSPs.
Moving from CanadaQuestions
US To Portugal FAQs
Straight answers to the questions Americans ask us most before they commit to the move.
Talk it through with our team. We’ll map your options and the right next step.
Book Your Free BriefingIs Relocate360 an American company?
Yes. Relocate360 LLC is a registered US limited liability company (Wyoming) with an office in Philadelphia. Your service agreement is governed by US law and you can pay by domestic ACH, while our operations team in Porto delivers the move on the ground.
Can I meet the Relocate360 team in person in the US?
Initial strategy is handled through secure virtual briefings that fit your schedule and time zone. Our founder keeps a regular presence in the US and can meet you in person in your state. Once we are engaged as your service provider, we travel between Portugal and the US whenever meeting face to face helps build trust and plan your relocation.
Where do Americans apply for a Portugal residency visa?
Through the Portuguese consular post that covers the state you live in. In the US, applications are generally lodged at VFS Global visa centers on behalf of the responsible consulate. We confirm the right office, book the appointment and prepare your file with you.
Do I still file US taxes after moving to Portugal?
Yes. US citizens file US federal tax returns wherever they live, and foreign bank accounts may need to be reported (FBAR and FATCA). The US–Portugal income tax treaty helps prevent the same income being taxed twice. We coordinate the Portuguese side with your US tax preparer. See our 2026 guide to US and Portuguese taxes.
Can I receive Social Security while living in Portugal?
Yes. Social Security benefits can be paid to US citizens living in Portugal, typically by direct deposit. The US–Portugal totalization agreement, in effect since 1989, also coordinates social security coverage for people who have worked in both countries.
Does Medicare cover me in Portugal?
Generally no. Medicare does not cover routine care outside the United States, so you will need private health insurance for your visa application and your first period in Portugal. Once resident, you can register with Portugal’s public health service (SNS), and many expats keep private cover as well.
How long does a move from the US to Portugal take?
Most D7 and D8 moves take roughly 4 to 9 months from document preparation to residence card. The FBI background check and its apostille, consulate appointment availability and AIMA scheduling in Portugal are the main variables.
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Is The Porto Lifestyle Right For You?
Begin with a secure virtual briefing. We’ll see whether Portugal fits your family’s future and map the route, timeline and next steps.