Uploaded June 2025 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago
Thinking about renting a home in Portugal? Whether you're planning your move or already living here, this webinar brings you the essentials of Portuguese rental law and tenant rights.
🏠 In this session, lawyer Filipa and relocation expert Hivana explain the realities of renting in Portugal, including what’s legally required in lease agreements, how much rent a landlord can request in advance, and what to watch for when negotiating your rental terms.
🔍 Topics Covered:
✔️ Legal limits on rent deposits and upfront payments
✔️ How rent increases are regulated (inflation-based rules)
✔️ Renewal clauses and fixed-term contracts explained
✔️ Legal eviction grounds and lease termination by the tenant
✔️ Importance of property inspection and documentation
✔️ Pet policies and building rules
✔️ Age-related rental concerns for seniors (65+)
✔️ Gas inspections, mould awareness, and housing condition tips
✅ Perfect for expats, digital nomads, retirees, and anyone navigating the Portuguese rental market. This is your chance to learn what landlords can and can’t do under Portuguese law — and how to protect yourself as a tenant.
Contact details and more information about expert guest Casa Portuguesa - expatsportugal.com/business-directory/casa-portuguesa
🎁 Expats Portugal Premium Members get a 10% discount on Casa Portuguesa's service fees. See all discounts & benefits - expatsportugal.com/premium-member-discount-perk-kiosk
👉 Want to join the next webinar live and ask your questions? Find out more on our website - expatsportugal.com
📌 Chapters:
00:00 Introduction
02:30 Choosing a property
07:45 Home utilities
14:50 Property law: Lease duration
16:10 Documents for renting
18:20 Notice period for lease termination
21:00 Advance rent
22:22 Rent increases
23:30 Security deposit
25:15 Lease renewal
27:30 Termination & eviction
29:08 Summary
31:15 Law: renting with pets
32:30 Apartments with gas
33:55 Mould
34:55 Hanging your own pictures
37:20 Is it more difficult for over-65-year-olds to get a rental?
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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 #RentingInPortugal #PortugalRealEstate #PortugalExpats #MovingToPortugal #ExpatsPortugal #TenantRights #PortugalHousing #LiveInPortugal
Thinking about renting a home in Portugal? Whether you're planning your move or already living here, this webinar brings you the essentials of Portuguese rental law and tenant rights.
🏠 In this session, lawyer Filipa and relocation expert Hivana explain the realities of renting in Portugal, including what’s legally required in lease agreements, how much rent a landlord can request in advance, and what to watch for when negotiating your rental terms.
🔍 Topics Covered:
✔️ Legal limits on rent deposits and upfront payments
✔️ How rent increases are regulated (inflation-based rules)
✔️ Renewal clauses and fixed-term contracts explained
✔️ Legal eviction grounds and lease termination by the tenant
✔️ Importance of property inspection and documentation
✔️ Pet policies and building rules
✔️ Age-related rental concerns for seniors (65+)
✔️ Gas inspections, mould awareness, and housing condition tips
✅ Perfect for expats, digital nomads, retirees, and anyone navigating the Portuguese rental market. This is your chance to learn what landlords can and can’t do under Portuguese law — and how to protect yourself as a tenant.
Contact details and more information about expert guest Casa Portuguesa - expatsportugal.com/business-directory/casa-portuguesa
🎁 Expats Portugal Premium Members get a 10% discount on Casa Portuguesa's service fees. See all discounts & benefits - expatsportugal.com/premium-member-discount-perk-kiosk
👉 Want to join the next webinar live and ask your questions? Find out more on our website - expatsportugal.com
📌 Chapters:
00:00 Introduction
02:30 Choosing a property
07:45 Home utilities
14:50 Property law: Lease duration
16:10 Documents for renting
18:20 Notice period for lease termination
21:00 Advance rent
22:22 Rent increases
23:30 Security deposit
25:15 Lease renewal
27:30 Termination & eviction
29:08 Summary
31:15 Law: renting with pets
32:30 Apartments with gas
33:55 Mould
34:55 Hanging your own pictures
37:20 Is it more difficult for over-65-year-olds to get a rental?
- - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -
*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 #RentingInPortugal #PortugalRealEstate #PortugalExpats #MovingToPortugal #ExpatsPortugal #TenantRights #PortugalHousing #LiveInPortugal
