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Everything you need to move to, rent in and enjoy Lisbon as a Brit, and how it fits with your UK tax, pension, money and paperwork.

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Official Britain

British Embassy Lisbon

The UK's embassy in Portugal and centre for British consular services in the country

Rua de São Bernardo 33, 1249-082 Lisbon

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A move abroad changes more than your postcode. Katharina Bergauer (innsicht) supports individuals, couples and families before the move and until everyone feels at home. Online, in English or German.

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Get to grips with the language where you live, keep the kids' English sharp or prep for an exam. Live online lessons with qualified teachers since 1991: English and the main world languages, 1:1 or in small groups, for adults, kids and household staff.

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Guides for life in Lisbon

Basics

Cost of living in Lisbon: how it stacks up against London and the UK average

Lisbon is no longer the bargain it was, but it still beats London by a mile on rent and transport. Here's how the numbers compare with London and the UK average in 2026.

Basics

NIF, NISS and AIMA: getting Portugal's three numbers and dealing with the immigration agency

Portugal runs on numbers: NIF for tax, NISS for social security and the utente number for the health service. Here's how to get all three, and how to cope with AIMA.

Basics

Learning Portuguese in Lisbon: why it's worth it, even if work is in English

Lisbon's cafés and co-working spaces run happily in English. The câmara, the centro de saúde and the landlord often don't. Here's why Portuguese is worth it, and how to start.

Money and work

Portuguese taxes for Brits: leaving the UK system, the new treaty and your State Pension

Become tax resident in Lisbon and Portugal taxes your income from everywhere. Here are the 2026 IRS bands, the new UK–Portugal treaty and what happens to your State Pension.

Money and work

Banking in Portugal as a Brit: opening an account, keeping your UK one and moving money

In Lisbon, nothing much happens without a Portuguese bank account and an IBAN starting PT50. Here's how to open one as a newcomer, and how to keep your UK account alongside.

Money and work

After NHR: Portugal's IFICI tax regime, and who can still use the old one

The NHR tax break that drew British retirees to Portugal closed in 2024. Its replacement, IFICI, is narrower and aimed at skilled workers. Here's who qualifies for what.

Home

Renting in Lisbon: where Brits live, what you'll pay and how not to get stung

Lisbon has the highest rents in Portugal and a market that moves fast. Here's where Brits live, what a lease looks like, what the deposit rules are and how to spot a scam.

Home

Buying property in Lisbon: the CPCV, IMT, stamp duty and IMI explained

Buying in Lisbon means a promissory contract, a hefty deposit and a property transfer tax with its own bands. Here's how it works in 2026, with real numbers.

Home

The Algarve as the retiree alternative to Lisbon: sun, golf and the S1

Lisbon is a capital city with capital prices. The Algarve offers cheaper homes, a big British community and Faro airport. Here's how the two compare for retirees.

Moving and visas

Moving to Lisbon as a Brit: the visa and residence routes that work in 2026

Since Brexit, a love of custard tarts won't get you residence in Portugal. Here are the routes Brits really use to move to Lisbon, what each asks for and the first jobs once you land.

Moving and visas

Portugal's D7 visa for Brits: the income test, the paperwork and the AIMA appointment

The D7 is the classic route for Brits who want to retire to Lisbon or live off rent and savings. Here's the 2026 income test, the paperwork and what happens after you land.

Moving and visas

Portugal's digital nomad visa (D8): working from Lisbon for a UK boss or UK clients

Fancy swapping the Northern line for the 28 tram and keeping your UK job? Here's how Portugal's remote worker visa works, what it asks for and the tax catch.

Moving and visas

Portugal's golden visa today: what's left now property is off the table

You can't buy a Lisbon flat for a golden visa any more. Here's what's left of the scheme, what it costs, how little time you must spend in Portugal and how the 2026 nationality law changed the maths.

Moving and visas

Portuguese citizenship for Brits: the new 10-year rule, the tests and keeping both passports

The five-year shortcut to an EU passport has gone. Here's what Portugal's 2026 nationality law means for Brits in Lisbon, who's protected by the old rules and how to keep your British passport.

Health

Healthcare in Lisbon: GHIC, the S1, the SNS and going private

Visiting on a GHIC, retiring on an S1 or working in Lisbon? Each gets into Portuguese healthcare a different way. Here's who's covered, what it costs and where to go.

Health

The SNS and your utente number: getting into Portugal's health service

Your número de utente is your key to Portugal's health service, but on its own it doesn't guarantee free care. Here's how to register properly, step by step.

Schools and study

Schools in Lisbon: British curriculum schools, Portuguese state schools and the road to a UK university

Lisbon has more British-curriculum schools than ever, most of them out along the Cascais line. Here's how they compare, what they cost and how state schools work.

Getting around

Driving in Portugal with a UK licence, and getting around Lisbon without one

Good news for British drivers: residents in Portugal can now keep driving on a UK licence until it expires. And in Lisbon, a EUR 40 (about £33) monthly pass may mean you barely need the car.

Community

British life in Lisbon: the oldest alliance, a royal club and the footie at 3pm

Britain and Portugal have been allies since 1386, and Lisbon still shows it. Here's where Brits meet, worship, remember and watch the footie in and around the capital.

Going out

British food in Lisbon: a roast in Chiado, tea on the 24th floor and where to find the PG Tips

Lisbon eats brilliantly, and almost none of it is British. For the days you need a roast, a pint for the match or a proper cuppa, here's where to go.

Going out

Nightlife in Lisbon: late starts, Pink Street, fado in Alfama and how not to get stung

Lisbon goes out late, drinks on the street and dances till dawn. Here's where to go, what it costs, the new takeaway alcohol rules and how to get home in one piece.

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Britain in Lisbon

Free listings we choose and check: the British mission, clubs, party groups, sport, schools, pubs, shops and churches. Every entry checked on its own or an official 2025–2026 page (2026-11); listings are not paid. Tell us on WhatsApp if something has changed.

Official Britain

British Embassy Lisbon

The UK's embassy in Portugal and centre for British consular services in the country

Rua de São Bernardo 33, 1249-082 Lisbon

Website · Map

Department for Business and Trade – Lisbon

UK government trade team at the British Embassy, supporting UK exporters and investment between the UK and Portugal

Rua de São Bernardo 33, 1249-082 Lisbon

Website · Map · +351 21 392 40 00 · PublicEnquiries.Lisbon@fcdo.gov.uk

British Council Lisbon

The UK's cultural relations body in Portugal; English courses for children and adults and exam preparation at its historic Lisbon centre

Rua de São Paulo 89, 1200-427 Lisbon

Website · Map · +351 210 456 210

Business and networking

British-Portuguese Chamber of Commerce

Independent non-profit chamber promoting trade between UK and Portuguese businesses; networking events in Lisbon and the Algarve

Rua Sacadura Cabral 65, Piso 0, Loja 6, 1495-703 Cruz Quebrada-Dafundo

Website · Map · +351 213 942 020 · Facebook · X · LinkedIn · YouTube

Party groups abroad

Listed side by side, in alphabetical order. We don't favour any party.

Conservatives Abroad

The Conservative Party's organisation for members and supporters living abroad, including in Portugal

Website

Labour International – Southern Europe branch

Southern Europe branch of the Labour Party's organisation for members abroad, serving members and supporters in southern Europe, including Portugal

Website

Lib Dems in Europe

European branch of the Liberal Democrats' organisation for members abroad, serving members and supporters in Europe outside France, including Portugal

Website

Schools and universities

School

IPS Cascais British International School

Ages 3–18; National Curriculum for England from EYFS, IGCSEs from Year 10, A levels planned; COBIS member

Rua da Lagoa 171, Bicesse, 2645-344 Alcabideche

Website · Map · +351 214 570 149

School

King's College School Cascais

Ages 1–18; EYFS early years, Cambridge Primary to IGCSE, then A levels or IB Diploma; boarding from Year 9

Rua Cesário Verde 395, 2750-657 Cascais

Website · Map · +351 21 483 12 11 · Facebook · Instagram · LinkedIn

School

The Lisboan

Opened September 2025; Cambridge curriculum from early years to IGCSE (currently FS1 to Year 10), IB Diploma planned for 2027; COBIS member

Rua Maria Luísa Holstein, 1300-388 Lisboa

Website · Map · +351 210 322 250 · Facebook · Instagram · LinkedIn · YouTube

School

Prime School International

Ages 3–18; Cambridge pathway from Reception through IGCSE to A levels; campuses in Lisbon (with boarding), Estoril and Sintra

Website · Map · +351 219 235 496 · Facebook · Instagram · LinkedIn

School

SAIS Estoril (Santo António International School)

Ages 2–19; British international school on three Monte Estoril campuses, Cambridge IGCSE, A level and AICE Diploma

Monte Estoril, Cascais

Website · Map · +351 210 731 054 · Facebook · Instagram · YouTube

School

St. Peter's International School

Ages 4 months–18; international pathway with Cambridge IGCSE and IB Diploma, boarding from 14; in Palmela, about 40 minutes from Lisbon

Quinta dos Barreleiros CCI 3952, 2950-420 Palmela

Website · Map · +351 212 336 990 · Facebook · Instagram · LinkedIn

School

St Julian's School

British international school for ages 3–18 in Carcavelos, offering a British programme, a bilingual curriculum and the IB Diploma; COBIS and HMC member

Quinta Nova, Av. Jorge V 374, 2775-588 Carcavelos

Website · Map · +351 21 458 5300 · mail@stjulians.com · Facebook · Instagram · LinkedIn

School

The British School of Lisbon

British international school with a primary campus in Cais do Sodré and a secondary campus in Restelo

Rua de São Paulo 89, 1200-427 Lisbon

Website · Map · +351 211 511 942 · info@britishschool.pt · Facebook · Instagram

Pubs and restaurants

Our guide to British food, shops and pubs in Lisbon

Pub

O'Gilins Irish Pub

Lisbon's oldest Irish pub, in Cais do Sodré; shows Premier League, Celtic and Ireland matches

Rua dos Remolares 8, 1200-371 Lisboa

Website · Map · +351 21 342 1899 · ogilins.irishpub@gmail.com · Facebook · Instagram · YouTube

Pub

Cheers Irish Pub

Irish pub and sports bar with Sky Sports: Premiership football, rugby, GAA and F1; Guinness

Rua da Atalaia 126, Lisboa

Website · Map · Facebook · Instagram · X

Pub

The Couch Sports Bar (Cais do Sodré)

Sports bar with dozens of screens and Guinness on tap; Six Nations, Champions League and F1. Also branches at Marquês de Pombal and Doca de Santo Amaro

Rua do Alecrim 21A, Lisboa

Website · Map

Sunday roast

The George

British-style pub in Chiado with live sport on TV and a Sunday roast with Yorkshire pudding

Rua do Crucifixo 58, Chiado, Lisbon

Website · Map · +351 960 301 718 · Instagram

Afternoon tea

Corinthia Lisbon Sky Lounge

Afternoon tea with scones and tea sandwiches on the 24th floor, daily 2pm to 5pm; book two hours ahead

Av. Columbano Bordalo Pinheiro 105, 1099-031 Lisboa

Website · Map · +351 911 013 098 · lobbyambassador.lisbon@corinthia.com

Churches

St George's Church Lisbon (Anglican Church of St George and St Paul)

Anglican chaplaincy in the Diocese in Europe serving English-speaking worshippers in Lisbon

Website · Map · Facebook · Instagram

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