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 🇵🇹
S7:Ep5 - Expat vs Immigrant in Portugal: Which One Are You Really?
Use Left/Right to seek, Home/End to jump to start or end. Hold shift to jump forward or backward.
Are you an expat… or an immigrant in Portugal?
In this episode of Life Abroad in Portugal, I explore a question that sounds simple — but carries more meaning than most people expect. As more people move to Portugal on visas like the D7, the language we use to describe ourselves starts to matter.
Is there really a difference between an expat and an immigrant? Or is it just perception?
I share my own thoughts after going through the residency process, building a life here, and starting to see this question in a new way. This isn’t about labels — it’s about intention, mindset, and how we choose to live in a country that isn’t where we started.
If you’re moving to Portugal, living here already, or thinking about what it means to belong somewhere new, this episode offers a thoughtful perspective on a topic people don’t always say out loud.
🎧 Life Abroad in Portugal is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen.