PORTUGAL
A BEAUTIFUL SEASIDE PLACE
PORTUGAL
A BEAUTIFUL SEASIDE PLACE
Portugal has one of the best and most appealing conditions to live and invest in Europe, it is endowed with a multitude of competitive factors that make it desirable and profitable from the perspective of investment and it has become one of the most vibrant European entrepreneurship ecosystems .
WHY CHOOSE PORTUGAL
TO INVEST?
STRATEGIC GEOGRAPHICAL LOCATION
Strategic location that gives access to the main world markets, it is located at the convergence of three continents - Europe, Africa and America, it has always been a central point in the most relevant international routes. Portuguese as its official language, is also an asset for markets like Africa and Brazil and the ease of communication using languages like English and French has been crucial in the relationship with other countries.
It should also be noted that Portugal is the European country closest to the United States, Latin America and Brazil.
WEATHER
Portugal is one of the countries with one of the most stable and sunniest climates in Europe. The Mediterranean climate, which characterizes Portugal for having somewhat rainy winters and dry summers, and a mild temperature can last for about 6 months, from May to October. In Portugal it is possible to enjoy winter Golf and sports and it is also a privilege to be able to go to the beach in the warmer months and to be able to enjoy a terrace and walks by the sea almost all year round.
SECURITY AND STABILITY POLICY
Portugal is the 3rd safest country in the world, a sample of 165 countries, according to the Global Peace Index ranking, Portugal is being positioned right after New Zealand and Iceland and occupies the 29th position among 176 countries in the Transparency International (Corruption Perception Index 2016 ).
Portugal has been considered, for several reasons, one of the most hospitable and safest countries in the world, which has proved to be a crucial factor not only for the growth of tourism, but also when someone selects a place to live or invest.
The economic recovery that has been felt in Portugal has created multiple investment opportunities. In Portugal there is a democratic parliamentary regime with political stability, it is a member of the European Union, it is part of the European Monetary System, it uses the European single currency and it is also , the 46th most competitive economy, in a total of 138 countries, according to the Global Competitiveness Index 2016-2017, produced by the World Economic Forum.
Portugal is the 3rd safest country in the world, a sample of 165 countries, according to the Global Peace Index ranking, Portugal is being positioned right after New Zealand and Iceland and occupies the 29th position among 176 countries in the Transparency International (Corruption Perception Index 2016 ).
Portugal has been considered, for several reasons, one of the most hospitable and safest countries in the world, which has proved to be a crucial factor not only for the growth of tourism, but also when someone selects a place to live or invest.
The economic recovery that has been felt in Portugal has created multiple investment opportunities. In Portugal there is a democratic parliamentary regime with political stability, it is a member of the European Union, it is part of the European Monetary System, it uses the European single currency and it is also , the 46th most competitive economy, in a total of 138 countries, according to the Global Competitiveness Index 2016-2017, produced by the World Economic Forum.
Portugal is the 3rd safest country in the world, a sample of 165 countries, according to the Global Peace Index ranking, Portugal is being positioned right after New Zealand and Iceland and occupies the 29th position among 176 countries in the Transparency International (Corruption Perception Index 2016 ).
Portugal has been considered, for several reasons, one of the most hospitable and safest countries in the world, which has proved to be a crucial factor not only for the growth of tourism, but also when someone selects a place to live or invest.
The economic recovery that has been felt in Portugal has created multiple investment opportunities. In Portugal there is a democratic parliamentary regime with political stability, it is a member of the European Union, it is part of the European Monetary System, it uses the European single currency and it is also , the 46th most competitive economy, in a total of 138 countries, according to the Global Competitiveness Index 2016-2017, produced by the World Economic Forum.
QUALITY OF LIFE
Portugal was recently elected as the best country in Europe and the 5th best in the world to live and work - Expat Insider 2017.
The appealing level of quality of life that can be achieved in Portugal where it stands out, the pleasant climate, security, a good education system, recreational and leisure spaces and especially the low cost of living, in comparison with other European countries, makes Portugal one of the best places to live in Europe.
1st Best quality of life for foreigners - InterNations, Expat Insider 2019
850 km of beaches
3300 hours of sunshine per year
Golf, surfing, hiking, cycling, diving, kite surfing, horse riding and much more.
TECHNOLOGY AND INFRASTRUCTURES
Portugal is a premium country in providing technological services, with excellent road, rail and port infrastructures, Portugal presents itself as a relevant gateway to the European Union market.
14th European country in innovation ranking.
15th country in the world with the best infrastructure.
4th best in the world for road quality.
25th in maritime infrastructures.
24th in air transport.
25th in railway infrastructure.
With regard to Technology and Innovation, the following stand out
Web Summit in Lisbon until 2028
9th Digital public services: Digital Economy and Society Index, 2019, EU28
11th Digital Technology Integration - Digital Economy and Society Index, 2019, EU28
18th Connectivity - Digital Economy and Society Index, 2019, EU28
13th Digital / Technological Competences - IMD World Digital Competitiveness Ranking 2019, in 63 countries
19th International Innovation Leader in the World (2019) - Consumer Technology Association
AWARDS
Considering factors such as location, climate, gastronomy and quality of life that Portugal provides, awards for the best city to live, visit and do business in, it has been recurrently attributed to the two main Portuguese cities, Porto and Lisbon.