The Portugal Golden Residence immigration policy has excited many people. It is very pleasing that this country, which has developed in many ways, has such an open policy to welcome immigrants. However, many people only know that immigration to Portugal is very popular but do not understand the reasons behind it. Worldway Immigration is here to help everyone understand.
Economic Situation in Portugal
Portugal is the gateway to Portuguese-speaking countries such as Brazil. There are 220 million people in Portuguese-speaking countries worldwide. Portugal has abundant gold reserves, ranking 12th globally, and a stable financial system. It is the European country closest to the United States, with close strategic ties to the U.S. Portugal is the third-largest wine-producing country in the world, with Porto wine being the most famous. Additionally, Portugal is the world's largest producer and exporter of cork, ranks fifth in olive oil production globally, and is a major exporter of pulp and a traditional shoemaking country.
Culture of Portugal
Among over 800 World Heritage sites, 13 are located in Portugal, making it one of the 15 countries with the most cultural and natural heritage. 97% of the Portuguese population is Catholic, and kindness and warmth have become labels for the Portuguese people. Portugal has a relatively low crime rate in Europe. English is widely spoken in Portugal, allowing international residents to communicate easily.
Living Environment in Portugal
Portugal is one of the countries in Europe with lower prices and higher tax refunds, with a maximum refund of 23% on consumption tax. All citizens in Portugal can enjoy free healthcare and free education. The country has 840 kilometers of coastline, with beautiful and pleasant scenery, making it very suitable for rehabilitation and residence, a top choice for European aristocrats' vacations, and one of the most livable countries in the world.
Healthcare in Portugal
The healthcare system in Portugal is categorized into: national healthcare service system, social health insurance system for specific groups, and voluntary private health insurance system (some hospitals provide Chinese translation). Healthcare expenditure accounts for 10.1% of GDP (China's healthcare expenditure accounts for 5%-6% of GDP). The doctor-to-resident ratio is 1:256, and the bed-to-resident ratio is 1:300. Portugal's healthcare system is comprehensive, ranking 12th in the world, with organ-related specialties ranking first globally.
Education in Portugal
The education system in Portugal is categorized into public and private education, with an average class size of 22.2. Education expenditure accounts for 5.8% of GDP (the U.S. government's education expenditure accounts for 5.7%, and Canada's accounts for 5.2%). Public schools offer free education for 12 years (before university). Major public higher education institutions include the University of Lisbon and the Lisbon Polytechnic Institute. The tuition fees for international schools in Portugal are equivalent to one-third of those in domestic public schools. Some international schools have already introduced Chinese language courses.
