• Life in Lisbon is 36% cheaper than in Dublin, Porto is 44% cheaper and Faro is 46% cheaper
• Part-time and remote working make semi-retirement an attractive option
• Moving to Portugal Show in Dublin on 22nd May to provide essential details for those considering retiring to Portugal

Sunshine, warmth, an active outdoor lifestyle and affordable, high-quality food and wine are what many of us seek when it comes to retirement. Increasingly, according to the organisers of the Moving to Portugal Show and Seminars, Irish retirees are turning to Portugal to provide all of these elements during their golden years.

Financial considerations are also often crucial during retirement, with Portugal delivering another significant win on this front. According to Expatistan, the cost of living in Lisbon is 36% cheap than in Dublin. In Porto, life is 44% cheaper than in Dublin, and in the sun-kissed Algarve city of Faro, it is 46% cheaper.

Portugal's glorious weather means the lifestyle that retirees can enjoy there focuses on plenty of time outdoors. The country is home to around 100 golf courses and over 390 Blue Flag beaches, as well as diverse opportunities for everything from hiking to sailing. An abundance of cafes, restaurants and bars with outdoor terraces also provides plenty of scope for sociable get-togethers – further supported by Portugal's affordable dining prices.

The excellent infrastructure in Portugal also serves those seeking semi-retirement, with working part-time and remotely easily achievable. Easy direct flights back to Ireland from Lisbon, Faro and Porto also support hybrid working arrangements, as well as keeping in touch with friends and family back home.

“Retiring to the sunshine is the dream for many. Moving to Portugal turns that dream into a reality – and is easier than many people realise. We would encourage anyone considering spending their retirement in the sunshine to find out more about the lifestyle and opportunities available in Portugal.”

Christina Hippisley, General Manager of the Portuguese Chamber of Commerce

Anyone considering retiring to Portugal should attend the free Moving to Portugal Show and Seminars on 22nd May 2025 at the Herbert Park Hotel, Ballsbridge Terrace, Ballsbridge, Dublin 4. Running from 10:30 am to 7:30 pm, the event is packed with presentations, seminars and panel discussions on all aspects of moving to Portugal.

Specialists in property, tax, financial advice and more will be present at the event, ensuring attendees have access to all the information they need to make informed decisions about how a move to Portugal might benefit their retirement. Of particular interest to retirees, a financial expert will be available to explain how Irish citizens can claim their pensions while living in Portugal.

Free tickets to the Moving to Portugal Show can be obtained by registering online at https://Dublin-MTP.eventbrite.co.uk.

For more information, please visit www.movingtoportugal.org.uk or call 00 44 7463 689666.

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About the Portuguese Chamber of Commerce

The Chamber runs regular online and live Moving to Portugal events all year round to advise those who want to move to Portugal or buy a second home there on how they can sort out their tax, property, insurance and lifestyle issues. The Moving to Portugal Show and Seminars is the premier event in Ireland focused exclusively on moving to Portugal and/or investing there.