I’ve lived in both Central America (Panama) and Portugal, so I’m in a good position to answer your question. Although I must admit, it’s a tricky one to answer properly as there are a lot of factors to consider.
The short answer to your question is yes, I do think that a single can live in Portugal for $1,600, which at the current exchange rate is around €1,485, depending on your lifestyle.
Orlando C. Says: We are considering a trip to Lisbon in April of this year and wondering if you have any suggestions on a good area to stay. We have been hearing a lot about the city center, but after reading your articles, it sounds like we could be better off staying in different area. Read more...: Where Should We Stay in Lisbon?
Joe G. Says: Hello, I am thinking of going to the Algarve region in Portugal the last week of April to see if I might like to move there. Do you know of any US expats in the Algarve region that would be willing to give me their insights on the area? IL Contributor in Read more...: Can You Give Me Some Insights on the Algarve, Portugal?
Glenda B. Says: Hi, we want to rent a furnished property in a Portuguese beach town on the Atlantic for six to 22 months out of Australia. How do we go about doing that? IL Contributor in Portugal Terry Coles Says: Hi Glenda, Thanks so much for your interest in Portugal and for writing to International Read more...: How Can We Rent Long-Term in Portugal?
We may be spending one or two months in Portugal to see where to settle when my husband finally retires. We have an arctic breed dog (samoyed), will he survive in this climate?
Thinking strongly that Portugal is where I want to retire. I will be spending about 10 days there in late March. Any Guidance?
Alba V. Says: We would like to spend two weeks in May 2023 touring Portugal to find a place where we could retire for a few years and enjoy the beautiful and affordable spots, cobblestone villages or non-tourist beach areas. Can you offer some ideas on where to go? IL Portugal Correspondent Terry Coles Says: Read more...: Where Should I Scout in Portugal for Two Weeks?
Sidney V. Says: Hi Terry, I read with interest your reply to Victoria L., “Can I move to Portugal on $27,000 a Year?” I have a question in a similar vein with respect to “top-up” health insurance for persons over 75 years. Is “top-up” or “supplemental” private health insurance available in Portugal for persons aged Read more...: Can I Get “Top-Up” Health Insurance Over 75 in Portugal?
I have lived in Minnesota my entire life but toured Europe for four months when I was just 18. I need to explore and be happy again, and so I would like to move to Portugal. I have a small, but steady source of income about $27,000 a year for the next 18 years. I would like to move to a community that is comprised of some American folks. I am looking to visit Portugal in about a year’s time to check it out. I would like to have some contacts before I come to visit. Could you possibly help me?