TUR - Taking Up Residence Country Page
Pros & Cons
Balance the pros and cons of living in Portugal.
Pro
Con
Immigration
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Portugal is an EU-member country open to immigration.
Education
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Student enrollment in master degree programs increased almost 150% between 2006 and 2007, and is expected to continue.
Recreation
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The country is visited by many tourists each year, seeking sandy white beaches, golf resorts and natural wonders.
Finance
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The country has been experiencing an economic crisis since 2001, with no indication of improvement in 2009.
Government
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Portugal is known for a large amount of red tape related to its governmental services.
Transportation
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High rate of road accident fatalities.