Great video, thank you so much. I am in California and planning on moving to Portugal. I will be asking my current employer to switch from W2 to 1099 but I was hopping I could establish residency in another free tax state, how can I go about it?
@sankarkrishnan674710 күн бұрын
What is the site name she bought iPhone 7 ?
@febsign611015 күн бұрын
I will be coming in for a visit for a month to see if Costa Rica is the place I want to live in my retirement years. I may be interested in your service. Thank you.
@startabroad459214 күн бұрын
Hi @febsign6110, that is great! Costa Rica is a wonderful place to live, and we would love to help you explore your options. Please sign up for a free 15-minute consultation so that we can get a better sense for the types of places you are looking for. www.startabroad.com/consultation
@JuanaLisboa19 күн бұрын
What happen if your NOMAD visa gets denied? Can I appeal that??
@startabroad459219 күн бұрын
Hi @juanalisboa, thank you for your comment! Yes, you can appeal, however it can be difficult to actually get Costa Rica's Immigration service to re-evaluate your case. The best option is to fully understand the qualification criteria, and complete the process 100% correctly. We are experts at this process, and would be happy to talk to you about your case. Feel free to schedule a time to connect: www.startabroad.com/consultation
@Hasan-m2x23 күн бұрын
after SEF appointment, how long it takes to get the residency card? and for how many years it would be valid?
@nolansherman9565Ай бұрын
I cant get past the Filiation form. It asks for an entry date that must be in the past but I am not in country yet.
@startabroad4592Ай бұрын
Hi @nolansherman9565, thank you for your message! Yes, the process has plenty of quirks which makes navigating the application frustrating. We offer free consultations, which you can schedule on the link below. We would be happy to answer your questions, and can tell you more about our Digital Nomad Visa Application service (startabroad.com/services/costa-rica-services/costa-rica-digital-nomad-visa-application/) if you decide you would like help. www.startabroad.com/consultation
@meaganpage1260Ай бұрын
If I'm understanding the process correctly, then when you sign a rental contract with a landlord, it's still months away before you actually move, because you have to have that rental contract before you even apply for your Visa. Are you on the hook to start paying the rent for that property during the months before you've even arrived, or is it common to future-date the start of the lease a few months out? Also, what happens if for some reason your Visa application is denied? Do you still owe the landlord 12 months of rent, or is it accepted to have a clause allowing you to break the rental contract for that reason?
@startabroad4592Ай бұрын
Hi @meaganpage1260, thank you for your question! Yes, the timing of the rental contract requirement is one of the most frustrating aspects of the visa application process. We would be happy to answer your questions and help you navigate the process if you would like to schedule a free 15-minute consultation by following this link: www.startabroad.com/consultation
@heatherrichardson5829Ай бұрын
Can you do the application without submitting tax returns and get approved?
@startabroad4592Ай бұрын
Hi @heatherrichardson5829, thank you for your message! You do need to submit your tax returns, but the rules change slightly depending on your situation. We offer free 15-minute consultations if you would like to speak to a specialist about the specifics of your case! You can schedule that here: www.startabroad.com/consultation
@Stella_9517Ай бұрын
Does this visa allow you to visit other countries in the schengen area?
@Stella_9517Ай бұрын
And how long can you be out?
@startabroad4592Ай бұрын
Hi @Stella_p517, thank you for your comment! Yes, this visa does allow you to visit other countries in the Schengen area. A few important notes: 1) before you've completed the AIMA appointment, you can only leave and re-enter Portugal once, and 2) if you want to renew your visa after two years, you must spend 16 out of 24 months in Portugal. We offer free 15-minute consultations if you would like to speak with an expert! You can schedule that here: www.startabroad.com/consultation
@kenbeck6779Ай бұрын
Looking to retire at 60 prior to drawing Social Security. Can you use a 401k account as passive income as you can draw from it at 59 1/2? Yes, this sounds complicated opening a bank account in Portugal, getting a lease, all before you get approved 😃 I also don't know anyone in Portugal to get a reference. I am looking at Portugal as I have friends in Spain and it seems like a good base to live and travel from.
@startabroad4592Ай бұрын
Hi @kenbeck6779, thank you for your message! The process can be complicated, lots of moving parts, but that's why we're here! If you're not drawing SS yet, you can get a letter from the SS Administration, and combine it with savings. We offer free 15-minute consultations, and would be happy to answer your questions and make specific recommendations to you based on your situation. If that sounds good, please go ahead and schedule that here: www.startabroad.com/consultation
@felipedille5943Ай бұрын
Thanks for the video. Very informative! Just to clarify, is it necessary to actually get a rental contract to submit the application?
@startabroad4592Ай бұрын
Hi @felipedille5943, thank you for your message! Yes, having a rental contract is a requirement for when you submit your application at VFS or a consulate. The rental market in Portugal can be difficult to navigate. We offer Rental Search Support if you would like help with that process, which you can learn more about here: startabroad.com/services/portugal-services/portugal-rental-search/
@ivandoinstuffАй бұрын
Remove the music next time
@jyotismovieshelfАй бұрын
Is the newly issued birth certificate required if you are an individual - not married without children? Also, I heard that your D7 application might get rejected if you have not previously visited Portugal. Is that correct? Thank you so much for this detailed video. It's the most informative one I've seen.
@startabroad4592Ай бұрын
Hi @jyotismovieshelf, thank you for your question and for that feedback!! If you are applying as an individual, you do not need to include a birth certificate. There is also no requirement to have visited Portugal previously. If you are interested in discussing your case with an expert, please schedule a free 15-minute consultation here: www.startabroad.com/consultation
@ANabih-uo3zy2 ай бұрын
How can I open a Portuguese bank account qhile I'm outside Portugal?
@startabroad45922 ай бұрын
Hi @ANabih-uo3zy, we can manage that for you. Learn more here: startabroad.com/services/portugal-services/bank-account/
@bwb44162 ай бұрын
she talks nonsense “ you are close to the EU” is laughable, because Portugal IS IN THE EU dummy 😮
@wendycain63022 ай бұрын
Is the vet certificate for the dog good for 10 business days? Or counted days
@oderajoseph19822 ай бұрын
I live in PH but I am not a PHilippines citizen. I have an ecommerce business an i earn more than the requirement, I also have a Job too wiht gives me like $30k/year. This means I qualify? Or Do i have to go home to my home country to apply? Thanks to those who will respond
@mirmominali34542 ай бұрын
In your video I have gotten a lot of information. Thank you so much. ❤
@shimamcdougall88402 ай бұрын
Does it work if I have a passive income and bring a bank statement to prove it? Thanks
@bwb44162 ай бұрын
very good question, nobody asks that
@meaganpage1260Ай бұрын
I think for passive income you'd want the D7 visa
@arosalesmusic2 ай бұрын
Can a Nicaraguan buy a car in Costa Rica?
@jeanniestamour2 ай бұрын
we live in Ericeria, so via car it's only 30-40 mins from Lisbon. :)
@user-wl2tb9yu4m2 ай бұрын
Hello, I have a question. Are earnings from stock trading and Bitcoin transactions recognized as proof of income? In other words, if I can earn the equivalent of Portugal’s annual minimum wage through stock trading and have substantial savings, would that be considered? Or do I need to convert it into dividend income or similar to meet the bureaucratic requirement of a stable income? If D7 does not meet these conditions, is there a visa available for stock traders without a job in Europe? Thank you.
@Humble3702 ай бұрын
Ms you are so simple and blessed with natural beauty. Sorry I couldn't focus on the visa information, you were a distraction.😊
@thesimplechocolatier3 ай бұрын
The way you laid out the instructions step by step was very helpful. Thank you!!!
@startabroad45923 ай бұрын
@thesimplechocolatier Thank you! We appreciate that feedback. Please don't hesitate to reach out to us directly at [email protected] if there's anything we can help you with.
@arestlessleo3 ай бұрын
Thanks for this advice, I will be preparing to do this later this year
@startabroad45923 ай бұрын
Great @montanafredrick, please sign up for a free consultation with us when the time is right!
@Brandon-lh6fl3 ай бұрын
What if a person has a serious criminal record from 15-20 years ago?
@startabroad45923 ай бұрын
It depends on the offense! If it was that long ago, often it won't be a barrier. Feel free to reach out to us with more details and we can provide better advice: [email protected].
@waynea57573 ай бұрын
Stop the background music
@taviparker49934 ай бұрын
That’s great information!!
@ndongmojoseph2384 ай бұрын
What if you're self employed like a Forex entrepreneur(Forex trader)...how do you prove work contract or letter of employment etc
@YTonYahoo4 ай бұрын
Where is the "experiente de expanheria" number? And where do I submit the digital process forms?
@YTonYahoo4 ай бұрын
I don't understand the country entry data section. Where it says "Place of entry", are they talking about where in Costa Rica I'll be visiting? It also says "Date of entry" but only allows you to enter dates up to the present, not in the future.
@startabroad45924 ай бұрын
HI @yonyahoo, yes, the application process is extremely confusing. We offer visa application support, which you can learn more about here: startabroad.com/services/costa-rica-services/costa-rica-digital-nomad-visa-application/
@oliverw36464 ай бұрын
Extremely annoying music. I could not watch the video because of it
@garryevans48104 ай бұрын
Hi! Is it a bit risky to take a 12 month accommodation contract before knowing if you'll get the visa? It seems like it needs to be done right at the start of the application. If I'm planning to go there for the first time in October can I start the application now? Thanks
@startabroad45924 ай бұрын
Hi @garryevans4810, thank you for your message! Unfortunately, the rental contract is a requirement for visa approval. It is one of the frustrating aspects of the way the process has been implemented. However, as long as you qualify for the visa and put together the application correctly, you will likely be approved. Keep in mind that visa approvals typically take about two months after your VFS/Consulate appointment, and it can take a few weeks/months before you can schedule your appointment. We would be very happy to connect with you and talk through timing, the application process, and putting together your documentation. We offer free consultations, which you can sign up for here: startabroad.com/schedule-consultation/
@letsbefair_4 ай бұрын
Hi, thanks for great vid. For bringing a spouse or committed partner: If main applicant meets minimum income threshold (3600 USD pm), can committed partner's remote income count as covering the addtional 500-odd USD required for bringing a dependent committed partner? Or does main applicant have to have sufficient monthly income to cover their own minimum threshold plus the threshold for the committed partner dependant? Hope the question makes sense 🙏
@startabroad45924 ай бұрын
Hi @letsbefair_! Great question. Unfortunately you do need to have the main applicant's income be sufficient to cover both people on its own (that's 1.5x the amount for a single person when you add an adult dependent). Alternatively, if you both qualify by yourselves you can apply for two separate visas.
@colinobest22184 ай бұрын
How long does some one to know if he or she visa is approved in portugalese enbassy.?
@zachgerth33694 ай бұрын
Hi @colinobest2218, it typically takes about 2 months to receive judgement on your application.
@wolframluchner53164 ай бұрын
Great video. Nevertheless, living here I have to say that the airplane noise is almost unbearable, especially on cloudy days when the planes don’t come down over Saldanha but are taking off. One can easily measure 75-85db every single time a plane crosses above, because they fly incredibly low. And there are literally hundreds of large commercial planes flying over Saldanha every single day. You also didn’t mention the incredibly high number of construction projects both small and large which add to the constant blanket of noise in this part of town, much more so than in other parts of Lisbon. It seems important to point out all aspects of a neighborhood and not just what you may like about it. Otherwise, it’s just another deceptive video about Lisbon that’s not in line with reality.
@nigelsmith371920 күн бұрын
She is doing her best to sell Avenidas Novas, that means not pointing out the negatives. As for the airplane noise, wait 10 years when the new airport comes on line and the air traffic to Humberto Delagado will be greatly reduced.
@Travelingstufff1234 ай бұрын
Hi so I’m bringing my cat to Italy for about a year to live with me, but is it the same requirements on the way back to the USA? Or are they stricter?
@startabroad45924 ай бұрын
Hi @Travelingstufff123! The US has its own requirements that might be more difficult than Italy's check out the information from USDA here: www.aphis.usda.gov/pet-travel/another-country-to-us-import
@eng_mohammed19764 ай бұрын
Are you sure that Spain requires a period of six months per year to renew residency again? Thank you
@lauraortiz66344 ай бұрын
Hi! I currently operate as an independent online coach with an LLC registered in the United States. My clients primarily consist of Colombians or Latinos residing in the United States, and all services are conducted online through a platform or application. No contracts with companies, but independent coaching services for my clients. My monthly income ranges between $4000 and $5000. Do I meet the remote job requirements with this model?
@startabroad45924 ай бұрын
Hi @lauraortiz6634 thank you for your comment! Based on what you've described, we think you could qualify for the D8. We would need a bit more information, but you could include something like articles of incorporation for your business, plus letters from a few clients confirming that you provide monthly services for X amount. Please feel free to sign up for a free 15-minute consultation here, and we can go through your case in more detail: startabroad.com/schedule-consultation/
@natashacoutts24565 ай бұрын
You forgot to mention the surf ;)
@WandaBryantStylusandSuitcases5 ай бұрын
How much are you required to fund the Portuguese bank account?
@startabroad45925 ай бұрын
Hi @WandaBryantStylusandSuitcases! While there is no official requirement, we recommend funding 12x the Portuguese minimum wage (a year's worth). In 2024 that's 9840 euro, or approximately $10,600 with current exchange rates.
@WandaBryantStylusandSuitcases5 ай бұрын
Thank you for responding. I guess my next question is if I am funding my bank account with this much money am I allowed to use these monies for my expenses while I’m in Portugal or is this just it a holding account and I don’t have direct access to it?
@startabroad45924 ай бұрын
@@WandaBryantStylusandSuitcases Hi Wanda, you can use the money for your expenses, as long as you are able to show the statement for the fully funded account at the time of your VFS/Consulate appointment. Many people use the funds in their Portuguese bank accounts to cover expenses like rent.
@zakirSajib5 ай бұрын
couple of months upfront before approval visa? no thank you
@thomasmarcinowski41175 ай бұрын
a dog that wights 20lb or less is pretty much a rat. so rediclus
@morganmoonfly77525 ай бұрын
Just to confirm, a family of 6- husband, wife and 4 kids would need to make 8,856 euros a month to qualify?
@54ameneses5 ай бұрын
Great content! Regarding income, can a lump sum of money in a bank account count as a source of passive income? Also, can you combine a pension plus a lump sum in the bank to fulfill the requirements of the D7 visa?
@michelemarmelo36995 ай бұрын
relocating to portugal from usa with 2 dogs and 2 cats and 4 guinea pigs and have never travelled with animals ..HELP
@thomasmarcinowski41175 ай бұрын
you are taking an entire zoo
@alanajackson97204 ай бұрын
I have 3 cats and I’m waiting to move to Portugal myself but more I’m the fall time
@iRonCoreManOfficial5 ай бұрын
Thanks for your content. Can you give us some links to the rental companies in Portugal where we can go get these lease, and which Portuguese bank would you recommend we try to get an account from? after moving to Portugal, what additional steps are you required to take? If you leave Portugal and come back after seven months, do you loose your visa status? I'd love to higher you to help me navigate these complexities.
@tlmiam15 ай бұрын
Thanks, I will keep your website in mind. If you are not required to have the €8,000 in a Portuguese bank account, I will be making application for the D7 Visa when I return to the US, and I would like to get the assistance. I applied for the NIF this week so I took the first step.
@tlmiam15 ай бұрын
Do you have to have €8,000 in the Portuguese bank account to apply for the D7 Visa? This is what I read on a website, but I didn’t see it on the governments website! Thanks.