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Overview
Famous for its Golden Visa program, mild climate, and affordable cost of living within Western Europe.
Geographic Context
Region
Europe
Subregion
Southern Europe
Land Area
92,090 km²
Capital
Lisbon
Languages
Portuguese
Currencies
Euro (€)
At a Glance
81
Oyster Score
Composite index
Health
62
Freedom
93
Security
88
Life Expectancy
81.2 yrs
Median Age
46.2 yrs
Urbanization
68%
Cost Index
57
Housing Index
44
Healthcare Access
67/100
Climate
Average Temperature
15.8°C
Most Temperate Cities
1 Nossa Senhora do Monte 19.1°C
2 Rosto de Cão 18.3°C
3 Senhora do Rosário 18.3°C
4 Fonte Bastardo 18.2°C
5 Cais do Pico 18°C
Cities
Economy & Finance
Finances
Economic Indicators
Cost Index 57
Cost of Living
Price Levels & Affordability
Housing Index 44
Investment
Credit Rating & Markets
Corp. Tax 21.00%
Taxation
Tax Rates & Compliance
Top Income Tax 48.00%
Employment
Labor & Social Protection
Startup Score 72/100
Business Environment
Trade & Commerce
FDI Openness 80/100
Society & Governance
International
Travel
Visas & Entry Requirements
Visa-Free 188 countries
Diplomatic Relations
Embassies & Alliances
Missions 83
Defence
Military & Security
Mil. Spending 1.52% GDP
Infrastructure
Energy & Transport
Internet Speed 201 Mbps
Environment
Emissions & Biodiversity
Disaster Risk 40/100
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Sources: World Bank | WHO | Freedom House | OECD · Last updated: 2025