Uploaded November 2025 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago
If you’re moving to Portugal, in the process of relocating, or already living here, it’s crucial to understand that a will made in your home country may not automatically apply in Portugal. Differences in inheritance law, forced heirship rules, and European regulations can mean that Portuguese law could govern your succession — including both Portuguese and international assets — if you are a tax resident here.
In this short highlight from our full webinar, we discuss why it’s a common mistake to assume your existing will is sufficient, and why proper estate planning in Portugal is essential to ensure your wishes are carried out as intended.
💡 Key takeaway: Your residency in Portugal can change which laws apply to your estate. Even if you have a will in your home country, Portuguese succession rules may override certain aspects, so it’s important to get informed and take the right steps.
📌 Watch the full webinar: Premium Members can log in to our website for exclusive access to the complete session, including extended discussion and professional guidance. expatsportugal.com/webinar-replays
📌 Need professional advice? Reach out to Reis & Pellicano International Lawyers, who specialise in cross-border estate planning for expats in Portugal: expatsportugal.com/business-directory/reis-pellicano-international-lawyers
🌍 About Expats Portugal: Our mission is to help people move to and live successfully in Portugal. Subscribe to our channel for more webinars, insights, and practical advice to make your life here easier and more enjoyable.
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#WillsInPortugal #InheritancePortugal #PortugueseLaw #ExpatsInPortugal #EstatePlanning #LivingInPortugal #CrossBorderLaw #Expats #PortugalLife #MovingToPortugal
If you’re moving to Portugal, in the process of relocating, or already living here, it’s crucial to understand that a will made in your home country may not automatically apply in Portugal. Differences in inheritance law, forced heirship rules, and European regulations can mean that Portuguese law could govern your succession — including both Portuguese and international assets — if you are a tax resident here.
In this short highlight from our full webinar, we discuss why it’s a common mistake to assume your existing will is sufficient, and why proper estate planning in Portugal is essential to ensure your wishes are carried out as intended.
💡 Key takeaway: Your residency in Portugal can change which laws apply to your estate. Even if you have a will in your home country, Portuguese succession rules may override certain aspects, so it’s important to get informed and take the right steps.
📌 Watch the full webinar: Premium Members can log in to our website for exclusive access to the complete session, including extended discussion and professional guidance. expatsportugal.com/webinar-replays
📌 Need professional advice? Reach out to Reis & Pellicano International Lawyers, who specialise in cross-border estate planning for expats in Portugal: expatsportugal.com/business-directory/reis-pellicano-international-lawyers
🌍 About Expats Portugal: Our mission is to help people move to and live successfully in Portugal. Subscribe to our channel for more webinars, insights, and practical advice to make your life here easier and more enjoyable.
👍 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell to stay updated on all our latest content!
#WillsInPortugal #InheritancePortugal #PortugueseLaw #ExpatsInPortugal #EstatePlanning #LivingInPortugal #CrossBorderLaw #Expats #PortugalLife #MovingToPortugal
