Updated 29.06.2026 · Source: Numbeo
The most open country in Europe for remote workers. The D7 and Digital Nomad Visa, a mild Atlantic climate, and English spoken in Lisbon and Porto.
Cost of living in Portugal in 2026
Real prices from the Relocost database: medians across every city of the country in our catalog. All amounts are in Russian rubles at today's rate.
What the budget consists of
Cost of living by city in Portugal
How we calculate these numbers
The budget figure covers a one-bedroom apartment outside the center, monthly groceries, a monthly transit pass and utilities with internet and mobile. For every line we take the median across the country's cities in our database: a median is more robust than an average and is not skewed by a single expensive megacity. Categories are aggregated independently, so a city missing transit data does not drag down the other lines. The comfortable budget uses central-district rent plus 40% on top of other expenses. Couple and family budgets are derived from the base one: food and transport scale with the number of people, housing for a family with a child is 40% higher. Prices refresh daily.
Cities in Portugal
About the country
Climate
Atlantic and Mediterranean — mild rainy winters and warm dry summers. In the south (the Algarve) there is more sunshine than in any other European country.
Mentality
A relaxed Southern European pace, friendliness and a culture of calm. A high level of safety.
🌍 Полный обзор страны
Особенности жизни, менталитет, лучшие места и практические советы — в одном материале.
Pros and cons
Strengths
- мягкий океанический климат
- путь к паспорту ЕС за 5 лет
- виза цифрового кочевника
- безопасность и доброжелательность
What to consider
- сложности с визой для россиян
- рост цен на аренду
- высокие налоги на крупный доход
- удаленность и дорогая логистика в РФ
Overall difficulty of moving
An average score across all cities of the country — from 1 (easy) to 5 (hard).
Is it worth going?
Strengths
- Wide choice of cities to relocate to
- Mild climate — comfortable for most of the year
- High level of safety
What to consider
- Visa required — needs to be arranged in advance
- Complex bureaucracy and legalisation process
- Language barrier — learning the local language required
Who is it for
Portugal is a destination with excellent climate for relocating from Russia.
True Size
How big is Portugal?
Portugal's area is 92,212 km² — 185× smaller than Russia, slightly larger than Indiana.
Size isn’t everything — small countries often offer the best quality of life.
Frequently asked questions about Portugal
Do you need a visa for Portugal in 2026?
What is the climate like in Portugal?
What language do people speak in Portugal?
What is the mentality like in Portugal?
Виза, ВНЖ и налоги — Portugal
Главное для переезда: как въехать, как остаться надолго и сколько платить налогов. Правила меняются — перед поездкой сверяйтесь с официальными источниками.
Виза и въезд
Digital Nomad Visa (income from €3,280/month), D7 (passive income from €820/month), Tech Visa (for IT specialists). The NHR tax benefit was replaced by IFICI in 2024.
ВНЖ и легализация
ВНЖ через рабочую визу, D7 (пассивный доход) или цифровых кочевников; гражданство ориентировочно после 5 лет проживания. Уточняйте актуальные правила.
Налоги
Прогрессивный подоходный налог до 48%; льготный режим NHR частично свернут, новые правила уточняются. По состоянию на 2026, уточняйте актуальные правила.
Frequently asked questions about moving to Portugal
How much does it cost to live in Portugal?
Which is the cheapest city in Portugal?
Do I need a residency permit or visa to live in Portugal?
Which city in Portugal is the safest?
How do I choose the right city in Portugal to move to?
Relocation articles · Portugal
ГородаСтоимость жизни в Фуншале 2026: реальные цифры
ДокументыКак получить второй паспорт 2026: Dominica $100k, Вануату, Португалия, предки
СтраныПортугалия Порто Лиссабон NHR IT 2026: 20% налог, D8 Digital Nomad Visa, EU паспорт
СтраныПортугалия Лиссабон для IT и удалённых работников в 2026 году: D7, NHR, Farfetch
ПрактикаПортугалия и Лиссабон для IT в 2026 году: NHR 20% налог, DNV и Farfetch
ЕвропаПортугалия для IT в 2026 году: D8 Digital Nomad Visa и новый NHR режим
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