Portugal — a second home on the Atlantic coast
Mediterranean climate, a warm international community and family-, founder- and retiree-friendly visa tracks.
Over the past decade Portugal has become one of the most sought-after destinations for Israelis looking for a European quality of life with reasonable costs, strong safety and easy access back to Israel. Ocean guides families and founders through every step — visa and tax planning, housing, schools and community.
- CapitalLisbon
- Population~10.4 million
- LanguagePortuguese · English widely spoken
- CurrencyEuro (€)
- Time zoneGMT · 2h behind Israel
- Flight from Israel~5.5 hours direct
Why here and what to know
Visas and residency
Main visa tracks for Israelis: D7 (passive income / pension), D8 (remote work), StartUp Visa for founders and family reunification.
Taxation
The classic NHR regime closed to new registrations in 2024, but an NHR 2.0 track exists for research, tech and innovation roles.
Economy and cost of living
Portugal remains moderately priced compared with major Western European hubs, although housing costs in Lisbon and Cascais have risen.
Housing
Popular residential areas for Israelis: Lisbon (Príncipe Real, Chiado, Parque das Nações), Cascais and Estoril for families, Porto for young couples and the Algarve for a coastal lifestyle.
Education
Leading international schools: Carlucci American International, St.
Healthcare
Public healthcare operates alongside private medicine and supplemental insurance.
Community and culture
A vibrant Israeli community: family groups, Friday meetups, Hebrew-speaking kindergartens, Chabad houses and the historic Shaaré Tikvá synagogue in Lisbon.
Employment and business
Notable opportunities exist in technology, tourism, international services, entrepreneurship and remote work.
Ocean's winning tip
Do not choose a city by a photo or its first price. Test an ordinary Tuesday: the commute to work or school, walkable essentials and the community around you. That is usually where the right decision becomes clear.
Plan the move to PortugalThe Ocean Knowledge Center
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