Uploaded June 2025 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
This webinar is focused on **wills and estates** for expats in Portugal, covering important topics like **inheritance** rules and **asset protection**. The presenter explains key legal steps to help expats protect their assets and make informed decisions, including **healthcare directives** and understanding **power of attorney**.
Guest speaker Andreia Goncalves from Reis & Pellicano - expatsportugal.com/business-directory/reis-pellicano-international-lawyers
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Whether you’re considering a move to Portugal, already in the process, or living here now, estate planning and wills in Portugal are crucial but often overlooked. It’s not always easy to think about, especially because it involves sensitive topics around the end of life and what happens afterwards. But delaying these decisions can create difficult and stressful situations for those you care about most, especially when foreign laws and procedures come into play.
In this webinar, international lawyer Andreia Goncalves from Reis & Pellicano will cover key topics essential to understanding estate planning in Portugal.
Including:
Chapters
00:00 Introduction
03:20 Inheritance rules applicable in Portugal
04:20 Forced Heirship
05:48 Application of mandatory shares to estate distribution
08:24 Writing a will in Portugal
12:25 Writing a will in Portugal: Formalities
16:50 Inheritance tax
22:50 Durable power of attorney - Is it possible under Portuguese law?
25:03 Testamento Vital - Healthcare & will directives
26:53 Regime do Maior Acompanhado - Accompanied adult regime
30:45 Organ donation in Portugal - must opt out
33:20 Funeral options in Portugal
39:04 Funeral options in Portugal: Repatriation
43:18 Q: Tax beneficiaries
44:42 Q: Appointing someone to execute your will
46:25 Q: Managing the healthcare directive between the US & Portugal
By taking steps today to understand and plan your estate, you show care and consideration that extends beyond your lifetime, helping to protect and support those you love when it matters most. This webinar gives you the chance to ask your personal questions directly to a lawyer who specialises in estate planning for expats in Portugal, so you can gain the clarity and confidence needed to make informed decisions that truly reflect your wishes.
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*ABOUT EXPATS PORTUGAL*
expatsportugal.com
Since 2005, Expats Portugal has been assisting people in finding the information, contacts & support they need to migrate to, settle in, & enjoy Portugal!
Having already been through the process ourselves, our team is keen to assist in making the process smoother, help you avoid costly mistakes, & get the most out of Portugal, sooner!
Through our many years of experience, we've built & continue to grow our excellent network of trusted professionals; bringing you the most reliable & up-to-date advice, as well as negotiating exclusive discounts on your behalf. We enjoy sharing our contacts, knowledge & experience to offer extra support in all aspects of moving to Portugal.
*COMMUNITY* - Our network of members come from all over the globe, all united by our interest in & love for Portugal. We connect through our community forum & events.
*SUPPORT & INFORMATION* - In addition to the wealth of information on our YouTube channel, you can ask questions & search through thousands of useful forum posts to find all you need. Everything from: country specific information such as, moving to Portugal from the USA, D7, D8 & Golden Visas, Portuguese citizenship & residency, tax in Portugal, NHR tax breaks, buying & renting property, the best places to live, retiring in Portugal, healthcare & medical insurance, Brits in Portugal & so much more! - expatsportugal.com/community
*EXTRA SUPPORT* - You don't have to struggle through this alone! See our membership options - expatsportugal.com/join-us
*EVENTS* - Online & in person events to get you the expert information you need & the opportunity to make new friends in Portugal & worldwide - expatsportugal.com/calendar-whats-on
*KEEP UPDATED* - Join our community &/or mailing list - expatsportugal.com
#expatcommunity #expatexperts #expatguide #expatlife #expatliving #expatriatelife #expatriates #expats #expatsinportugal #expattips #livingineurope #livinginportugal #movingtoportugal #portugal #portugalnews #retireearly #retireearlyandtravel
This webinar is focused on **wills and estates** for expats in Portugal, covering important topics like **inheritance** rules and **asset protection**. The presenter explains key legal steps to help expats protect their assets and make informed decisions, including **healthcare directives** and understanding **power of attorney**.
Guest speaker Andreia Goncalves from Reis & Pellicano - expatsportugal.com/business-directory/reis-pellicano-international-lawyers
- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
Whether you’re considering a move to Portugal, already in the process, or living here now, estate planning and wills in Portugal are crucial but often overlooked. It’s not always easy to think about, especially because it involves sensitive topics around the end of life and what happens afterwards. But delaying these decisions can create difficult and stressful situations for those you care about most, especially when foreign laws and procedures come into play.
In this webinar, international lawyer Andreia Goncalves from Reis & Pellicano will cover key topics essential to understanding estate planning in Portugal.
Including:
Chapters
00:00 Introduction
03:20 Inheritance rules applicable in Portugal
04:20 Forced Heirship
05:48 Application of mandatory shares to estate distribution
08:24 Writing a will in Portugal
12:25 Writing a will in Portugal: Formalities
16:50 Inheritance tax
22:50 Durable power of attorney - Is it possible under Portuguese law?
25:03 Testamento Vital - Healthcare & will directives
26:53 Regime do Maior Acompanhado - Accompanied adult regime
30:45 Organ donation in Portugal - must opt out
33:20 Funeral options in Portugal
39:04 Funeral options in Portugal: Repatriation
43:18 Q: Tax beneficiaries
44:42 Q: Appointing someone to execute your will
46:25 Q: Managing the healthcare directive between the US & Portugal
By taking steps today to understand and plan your estate, you show care and consideration that extends beyond your lifetime, helping to protect and support those you love when it matters most. This webinar gives you the chance to ask your personal questions directly to a lawyer who specialises in estate planning for expats in Portugal, so you can gain the clarity and confidence needed to make informed decisions that truly reflect your wishes.
- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
*ABOUT EXPATS PORTUGAL*
expatsportugal.com
Since 2005, Expats Portugal has been assisting people in finding the information, contacts & support they need to migrate to, settle in, & enjoy Portugal!
Having already been through the process ourselves, our team is keen to assist in making the process smoother, help you avoid costly mistakes, & get the most out of Portugal, sooner!
Through our many years of experience, we've built & continue to grow our excellent network of trusted professionals; bringing you the most reliable & up-to-date advice, as well as negotiating exclusive discounts on your behalf. We enjoy sharing our contacts, knowledge & experience to offer extra support in all aspects of moving to Portugal.
*COMMUNITY* - Our network of members come from all over the globe, all united by our interest in & love for Portugal. We connect through our community forum & events.
*SUPPORT & INFORMATION* - In addition to the wealth of information on our YouTube channel, you can ask questions & search through thousands of useful forum posts to find all you need. Everything from: country specific information such as, moving to Portugal from the USA, D7, D8 & Golden Visas, Portuguese citizenship & residency, tax in Portugal, NHR tax breaks, buying & renting property, the best places to live, retiring in Portugal, healthcare & medical insurance, Brits in Portugal & so much more! - expatsportugal.com/community
*EXTRA SUPPORT* - You don't have to struggle through this alone! See our membership options - expatsportugal.com/join-us
*EVENTS* - Online & in person events to get you the expert information you need & the opportunity to make new friends in Portugal & worldwide - expatsportugal.com/calendar-whats-on
*KEEP UPDATED* - Join our community &/or mailing list - expatsportugal.com
#expatcommunity #expatexperts #expatguide #expatlife #expatliving #expatriatelife #expatriates #expats #expatsinportugal #expattips #livingineurope #livinginportugal #movingtoportugal #portugal #portugalnews #retireearly #retireearlyandtravel
