It is said that Portugal is a country that makes people happy. What is it like to be surrounded by such a deep sense of happiness? Just thinking about it is exciting.
Low Cost of Living, Feel Like a Millionaire
According to a report by The Guardian, among the 19 countries in the Eurozone, price levels, purchasing power, and living costs vary, meaning that 100 Euros does not have the same purchasing power across all member states. Portugal has the highest purchasing power for the Euro within the Eurozone, meaning it has the lowest cost of living; 100 Euros in Portugal has the equivalent purchasing power of 122 Euros in Germany.
Prices for various goods are very affordable; mineral water and milk are around 1 Euro, so drinking milk like water is no longer a dream! You can definitely bring home a large bag of vegetables for 2 Euros!
The Friendliest Country in Europe
A recent statistical survey released by InterNations, the world's largest website for expatriates, points out that Portugal is currently the friendliest country in Europe and one of the top ten friendliest countries and regions in the world.
The survey report shows that on the European continent, the Portuguese people are the most welcoming toward immigrants. Portugal immigrants state that it is relatively easier to make friends with the locals.
A Paradise for Retirees
According to a survey report by the highly reputable The Sun, the BBC has named Portugal as one of the seven best countries in the world for retirees. In particular, the Algarve region of Portugal is one of the most desirable areas for many European retirees. It enjoys a mild climate all year round, with an annual average of 3,300 hours of sunshine, making it the sunniest region in Europe.
The World's Best Investment Immigration Policy
In the 2015 Global Investment Immigration Policy Ranking released by the international firm Henley & Partners, Portugal's "Golden Residence" investment immigration policy ranked first, making it the most competitive immigration policy among European countries, surpassing traditional immigration destinations like the United States and Canada. This has solidified its status as an absolute dark horse in the property-based immigration arena.
This is why Portugal immigration is so popular; happiness is just that simple. Investors only need to purchase property or agricultural land in Portugal worth 500,000 Euros or more to obtain Golden Residence status for the whole family in one step. They can enjoy the same benefits as Portuguese citizens in terms of healthcare and education, and their children can enjoy most-favored-nation treatment when applying to universities across the European Union. For more immigration information, please call: 400-138-2929