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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.

HouseholdBudgetComfortable
One person121 000 ₽164 400 ₽
Couple, no kids155 100 ₽210 731 ₽
Family with a child203 800 ₽276 899 ₽

What the budget consists of

ExpenseCountry median
Аренда 1-комн. на окраине75 000 ₽
Продукты на месяц28 000 ₽
Проездной на транспорт4 000 ₽
ЖКХ, интернет и связь14 000 ₽

Cost of living by city in Portugal

City1-bedroom rentMonth, one person
Фуншал64 000 ₽98 500 ₽
Порту75 000 ₽121 000 ₽
Лиссабон120 000 ₽165 700 ₽
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 & cons

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).

4/5
Our verdict

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

For digital nomadsFor families with children

Portugal is a destination with excellent climate for relocating from Russia.

True Size

How big is Portugal?

RussiaPortugal

Portugal's area is 92,212 km² — 185× smaller than Russia, slightly larger than Indiana.

Area Portugal92,212 km²
Area Russia17,098,246 km²
Russia is larger by185×
Share of Russia1/185

Size isn’t everything — small countries often offer the best quality of life.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about Portugal

Do you need a visa for Portugal in 2026?
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.
What is the climate like in Portugal?
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.
What language do people speak in Portugal?
Portuguese is the official language and differs from the Brazilian variety. English is spoken everywhere in Lisbon, Porto and the Algarve.
What is the mentality like in Portugal?
A relaxed Southern European pace, friendliness and a culture of calm. A high level of safety.
Переезд по шагам

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.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about moving to Portugal

How much does it cost to live in Portugal?
The cost of living in Portugal varies by city. Our catalog covers 3 destinations with real prices for rent, groceries, transport and utilities.
Which is the cheapest city in Portugal?
According to Relocost data, the most affordable city in Portugal is Фуншал with a minimum monthly budget from 64 000 RUB. Compare all cities in our catalog.
Do I need a residency permit or visa to live in Portugal?
Residency requirements for Portugal are explained on each city's page in the 'Visa & documents' section. Always verify current rules with official sources.
Which city in Portugal is the safest?
Each city page in Portugal has a relocation-difficulty rating covering visa, language barrier, prices and infrastructure. Use it to compare options.
How do I choose the right city in Portugal to move to?
Use Relocost's budget calculator and search filters: set your budget, climate preferences and visa requirements — and get matching options from 3 cities in Portugal.
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