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And a free event in Edinburgh this November will gather experts in every field, from visa processes to home ownership, to answer every question retirees could have on planning a straightforward move to the sun. Portugal’s many crowns The recent Global Retirement Report from Global Citizen Solutions, one of Europe’s leading consultancies for second citizenship, residency, and relocation, named Portugal as the world’s best location for retirees, while the World Golf Awards have crowned Portugal as the Best Golf Destination in the World for the last three years running. In terms of second homes, market-leading international property agent Savills has also reported that Portugal had Europe’s second strongest growth in real estate investment volumes in Q1 2025. Portugal’s southern Algarve region has also been attracting keen attention. The 2025 Post Office Holiday Money Report named it the world’s most affordable holiday destination, while the Algarve was also crowned the World’s Leading Beach Destination at the 2024 World Travel Awards – for the third time. Regular flights from Scotland Portugal’s increasingly high international profile has put the country on the radar of many of those seeking an enhanced lifestyle in an idyllic overseas location. And with a growing number of flights between Scotland and Portugal – including to the mainland cities of Lisbon, Porto and Faro, and to Funchal on the island of Madeira – it is easier than ever for Scots to explore the possibility of relocating to the sun. These and other factors have resulted in a surge of interest from Scots keen to know more about Portugal’s year-round sunshine, outdoor lifestyle, appealing tax benefits and award-winning credentials. As a result, the UK’s premier event for those considering relocating to Portugal, the Moving to Portugal Show and Seminars, is coming to Scotland for the first time on Friday 21st November 2025. Taking place at Edinburgh’s iconic Scotsman Hotel from 12hrs to 7pm, the show is ideally suited to anyone actively considering a new life overseas. Seminars and one-to-one expert help Organised by the Portuguese Chamber of Commerce in the UK, the Moving to Portugal Show will deliver expert-led seminars covering property investment, legal and financial planning, healthcare access, pensions, relocation logistics and residency permits. Show visitors will also have the chance to book exclusive one-to-one consultations with a range of Portugal specialists. Building on the long-running success of the London and Dublin editions of the Moving to Portugal Show, this inaugural Scottish event will include a curated exhibition of top-tier property developments, legal firms, financial advisors, and relocation experts. Information will include the application for the D7, which allows retirees on a stable income to receive a permanent-residency visa. Confirmed exhibitors at the event include foreign exchange specialists Currencies 4 You, cross border tax advisors Forvis Mazars, leading Portugal real estate agent Garvetur, the Portuguese law firm SBPS legal, and Portugal’s business management service provider TPMc. Scottish ‘movers’ who have already made the switch from Scotland to Portugal will also be a the event to share their first-hand experiences of living and investing there. The aim is to ensure that visitors have access to all the information they need to plan a seamless move. “Portugal has such broad appeal, it attracts everyone from entrepreneurs to families to retirees. Whether you’re planning a permanent move, seeking a retirement sanctuary or dreaming of a second home in the sun, the Moving to Portugal Show is the place to find the practical guidance, expert insights and crucial networking connections you need to turn your plans into reality,” continues Christina Hippisley. The Moving to Portugal Show is free to attend, with registration required online in advance: https://MTP-Edinburgh.eventbrite.co.uk
