Life Abroad in Portugal with Bob Tapper 🇵🇹
Hosted by American expat Bob Tapper, Life Abroad in Portugal is your go-to resource for navigating life in one of Europe’s most welcoming countries. Each episode dives into the real questions people ask when considering the move:
— How do immigration laws and residency options work?
— What’s the process of starting a business in Portugal?
— How do you handle insurance, banking, and taxes as a foreigner?
— What are the cultural traditions, local events, and hidden gems worth exploring?
Whether you're actively planning your move or just curious about the expat experience, this podcast offers practical advice, up-to-date information, and the occasional fun story from life on the ground in Porto.
Life Abroad in Portugal with Bob Tapper 🇵🇹
S6:Ep14 - AIMA Document Prep (Again) + New Requirement!
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After my August AIMA appointment was postponed, it’s finally happening — hopefully — this week! In this episode of Life Abroad in Portugal, I walk you through exactly what I’m bringing to my AIMA appointment in October 2025, including a brand-new document requirement I just learned about. From rent receipts and bank statements to proof of income and residency, I share the full checklist I reviewed with my consultant and what you should be prepared for if your own appointment is coming up soon. Fingers crossed this one actually happens!
My Consultant: Ei! Migration Agency
We take care of everything from day one. All the pre departure arrangements, visas, documentations, bank accounts, transportation, health services or schools. All you need to live in Portugal.
AIMA: Agency for Integration, Migration, and Asylum
The AIMA website is the official online portal for Portugal’s Agência para a Integração, Migrações e Asilo (Agency for Integration, Migration, and Asylum). It provides information and services related to visas, residency permits, asylum requests, immigrant integration, and other migration-related matters in Portugal.