Posted in Azores forum
Hi All - I've contacted the Portuguese Embassy for Azores "requirements" (surely there MUST be a monthly $$$ amount they require for someone to take up residence) - and they sent me to the Consulate in NY - who sent me back to Wash. D.C. - I didn't get any answer from any source.
Also - if one takes up residency in the Azores - how does one go about signing up for health ins.? Is it expensive? I'm 63.
Also - does anyone have any info on requirements ($$$) - if one has a portfolio in U.S. or a pension - how is that handled??
We'll be making our 4th trip there this year - we love it more and more each time....
Health Care
posted by Robert Hahn in Azores forum
Once you become a resident you will be supported by the healthcare system here. My last doctor's visit was 5 euros and he ordered an MRI and I paid nothing. I have a small co-pay for prescriptions. They have two systems one private and the other "Family" doctor is government sponsored. When I go to my private doctor I pay out of pocket. But if I visit my family doctor I pay a small co-pay and when my family Dr referred me to a specialist I didn't pay anything. Everything has recently changed for permanent residents. I hope that helps.
My pension and investments are still taxed by the US. The laws that regulate this subject can get very complicate and are different from country to country. There are laws on double taxation, you'll just have to do your research.
PS. If you get in my area look me up.
Phone number..+351913548987
posted by Kevin Barry in Azores forum
Add me on Watts app or text me your number...I will forward to lawyer...
're lawyer
posted by Jane Davies in Azores forum
Hi John
I would really like to get the lawyer's details but they have blanked your email address. Would you be able to post them as a reply or send them to me on gmail, on jmkdavies please
Living in Vila Franca's do campo
posted by Kevin Barry in Azores forum
I'm from Ireland and have a fantastic lawyer here who speaks good English..he also worked for government for 10 years so has many connections..he really helped my wife from Russia and costs very little..it's worth spending 60 euros to sit and talk to him...my email [...]..best regards..
Terceira
posted by Robert Hahn in Azores forum
Hi Christina,
I'm in Retired US military living in Terceira. When are you planning on coming over? We would love to host you and discuss your situation with you.
RobertPS contact me through private message and we can try to answer your questions.
