Lisbon Family Life & Living In Lisbon

Everything for parents with young children living in Portugal: with information on health matters, child benefits and childcare.

Everything you need to know about Civil Unions in Portugal, with the same recognition of same-sex couples.

Information from the EU on taxes, the cost of living, the health and education systems, the cultural and private lives and... shopping in Portugal. Information relevant to any foreigner moving to or thinking of living in Portugal.

The place for you to exchange views, share useful information on parenting, schooling and kid's fun for families in Lisbon and the regions of Grande Lisboa and the Setubal Peninsula.

The Portuguese marriage process can seem complicated and confusing to foreigners. Here, we explain all you need to know about having your wedding in Portugal.

The administrative details you need to know if you are giving birth in Portugal. Who to contact and what to expect from the Portuguese system: maternity leave, midwives, vaccinations and registering the birth.

Information for parents with teenagers on youth organisations, youth employment law, driving, drugs, alcohol and teenage pregnancy.

How to use Portugal's sophisticated network of ATMs where you can not only withdraw cash but also pay utility bills and buy mobile phone credit.

Information for EU citizens and non-EU (US, Australian) on the residency permit: Who needs what, where to go, how to make the application and the documentation required. Also information on the NIF tax identification number.

In depth information about the provisions for children with special needs: details on education, benefits, carer's allowances and getting about in Portugal.