Living the Dream: First Impressions of Moving to Portugal with a D7 Visa

Living the Dream: First Impressions of Moving to Portugal with a D7 Visa

Author: Kristin Wilson | Traveling with Kristin April 11, 2023 Duration: 23:07

Get $10 off Bordr's services for moving to Portugal.

 

"I believe that Portugal is becoming the California of Europe."

 

A chance meeting at Web Summit in Lisbon led to a Badass Digital Nomads listener sharing her experience of moving from the US to Portugal. She talks with Kristin candidly about how she was able to quell her anxiety of moving abroad and getting her D7 visa, and integrate with the local community.

 

What You'll Learn: 

  • Why to consider moving to Portugal.
  • How to overcome concerns and anxiety about moving abroad.
  • Where to meet people in Lisbon.
  • How to get help with your Portugal D7 visa.
  • Leaving your comfort zone for a digital nomad lifestyle.
  • Free and low-cost activities to do in Lisbon.

 

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Meet This Week's Guest:

Aracelis Nass is a Corporate Nomad,  Senior Business Program Manager with more than 15 years of experience in the Tech industry. Ara helps customers to leverage most of the latest technology developments, including Cloud computing. 
Internationalist by profession, Ara has lived in many countries and cities and has developed broad cultural awareness, with experiences in Caracas, Miami, Dubai, and Seattle, and now enjoying life in Lisbon.

Either by mentoring, coaching, or in speaking engagements, Ara has a passion for empowering women and the next generation to achieve more in business. She is also a Sofi Financial Institution Ambassador, focusing on fostering financial awareness and personal financial planning for the next generation of professionals.

 

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See the show notes pages on BadassDigitalNomads.com or TravelingwithKristin.com/podcast  for time stamps, transcripts, and more resources from this episode.


There's a certain rhythm to building a life that isn't tied to a single address, and that's the beat Traveling with Kristin moves to. Hosted by Kristin Wilson, a veteran digital nomad who has been navigating the world as an entrepreneur for years, this podcast feels like a series of candid conversations with a friend who's already figured out a lot of the logistics so you don't have to. Each episode digs into the practicalities and the personal shifts that come with choosing a borderless existence. You'll hear honest discussions about the financial realities of retiring abroad, the unexpected challenges of working from a new time zone every few months, and the cultural nuances that you only learn by being there. It's not just about destination highlights; it's about the mindset and the mechanics of designing a sustainable international lifestyle. Kristin brings a grounded perspective, stripping away the glossy social media filter to talk about what global living actually requires-from visas and banking to building community and maintaining relationships on the road. If you're contemplating a permanent move overseas or simply want to weave more extended travel into your remote work, this podcast serves as an essential, deeply relatable guide. Tune in for a mix of solo reflections, interviews with others who've made the leap, and actionable advice that makes the world feel a little more accessible and your dreams a lot more possible.
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