Living in Lisbon Portugal as a Digital Nomad
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- Опубликовано: 10 окт 2024
- In this video, I interview a couple of my friends about being a digital nomad in Lisbon, Portugal. This is the first video of a series of videos that will showcase various people who are living abroad. It will show their experiences, tips and advice.
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Cinnamon, you have a talent that MANY others (myself included) don't. You really listen. You're not so busy getting your own opinions in that your guest becomes an afterthought. Well done! Loving your channel!
Awh, thank you. I really appreciate that.
Americans are the least traveled (last I checked), African Americans are topping that list. I've always admired those like you. Thanks for being you. I'll live vicariously, for now! Enjoy !
Thank you!
Can we talk about how you and Jamila are glowing even through spotty web cam resolution?! Woo chile I love to see it! lol
Ha! Thank you!
Here I am, 4:30am watching your video... And I'm Portuguese living in Portugal!!! What?! ;) Great videos.
😊Thank you!
Thank you! I love the comment Jamila made, "Make your apartment your destination". That is a great way to start.
Me too! Such a great tip.
I love that backyard space
So happy to have found your channel, you are brave, independent and clear thinking! You give inspiration.
Awh, you are too kind. Thank you!
Coincidentally, I just watched your videos for the first time tonight, and changed the tv to HGTV, House Hunters International is in Lisbon! 😃
Thanks for the very informative videos! They are really assisting with my decision-making.
Awesome!
Inspiring and scary as I’d really love to become a digital nomad. Life is too short and I am not getting the best out of my life in California struggling just to pay for basic needs. Thank you all for the great info! ❤️
Thank you!
I was born in Lisboa left at the age of 9 and looking to come back at the age of 64. Last year I spend a month there and even thought I have family I felt lonely and reconsider my decision, however listening to this discussion I realize that I need to research and find people that I have things in common, like golf, vegan food and more. Thank you
Awesome!
Anita Sumares, if ok to share here, I belong to a group on Facebook , “Women Over 50 Moving to Portugal.” There are plenty of women in Portugal or headed there that you can connect with in this group. We are a welcoming group of ladies who could provide the social connection that you seek. Just a thought. Best to you.
Toni Denise thank you , due to COVID my move as been delayed to next year or the next
Portugal was not on my radar until I came across one of your earlier videos - thank you for sharing! Now I am neck-deep into researching it as a possibility! :-)
That’s awesome! Thank you.
Same!
Same here! I never considered Portugal until her video popped up in my feed. Highly researching now.
This was everything I needed and wanted in so many ways. I am so excited for this series. Thank you so much.
Awh, so happy to hear!
So grateful for this channel, Drivensplce!!! Your practical informative approach has re-lit the fire within me to to what I've always wanted to do. I would love to find more older folk pursuing this dream, specifically men of color. Life is short, so why not. Thank you once again.
Thank you so much!
This session was amazing. So informative & helpful. I have 365 days to go before arriving in Portugal to live. I particularly enjoyed your guests’ perspectives and suggestions. You all gave me inspiration. I cannot wait. Who knows-we May even meet in person in Lisbon!!! Thank you
Awh, so happy to hear it was helpful Barbara!💕
Barbara I hope I can meet you and Spice Driven in Portugal
Barbara Roman Wow! Congratulations!
I've had my eyes on Portugal for a while 😍
Excellent interview questions and thorough answers. Well done to all three of you. Thank you for your valuable insights!
Thank you so much!
There is so much to learn and so many resources there aren’t enough hours in the day! Excellent video!! I look forward to more. Dying to move overseas and live the “digital nomad” lifestyle.
Thank you so much!
You’re so beautiful! You look like Keke Palmer 🥰
Awh thank you
Yes!!!! I was thinking the same thing!!
Jamila resembles actress Kerry Washington so much 😱!
Cinnamon U resemble actress Garcelle Beauvais so much 😱! Yes also Keke Palmer ☺️!
This was excellent! Well done and thanks. Cheers from Oceanside, Calif.
Thank you so much Andrew!
My sister told me about you knowing that I'm slowly working toward living abroad as a Digital Nomad. Your video hit on a few issues I had not considered and OMG, I should have. I'm subscribing to be better informed moving forward and Lisbon had never occurred to me, but now it is firmly on my radar! Thanks for an awesome video!
💕💕Thank you so much!!
I really didn't know anything about digital nomads, but I find it interesting and this meeting was very informative. I really enjoyed it!
So glad you enjoyed it!
Great video! Thank you all! I am in the process of making the transition to working remotely so I can travel and work from my laptop (and camera) from anywhere in the world. You have all opened my eyes to looking at and approaching this process in a new way, which has caused me to make some necessary adjustments that will definitely benefit me for the better. Thank you all so much for this. This is exactly what I needed.
Great! Thank you so much!
I'm truly looking forward to spending quite a bit of time in Portugal.
Thought about you earlier and that I hadn't seen a new post in a while. I love hearing your story and seeing how brave you are to travel and enjoy life!
Awh, thank you kindly.
Wow! Cinnamon, you never seem to disappoint. Very nice interview. It’s so inspiring to hear likeminded individuals who have gone down the same road as yourself. It just makes me smile on the inside to hear about your experiences and your guest. I think it would be such a high to one day meet you. I’ve been so torn Cinnamon because although I’m ready to pull the trigger in regards to moving. The destinations have me perplexed! I love Colombia, I love Thailand, I absolutely love Africa, and I have friends in Vietnam & Phillipines. Now you have me so enthralled with Portugal. I must ask you, as a black man do you think there would be choices for me in regards to dating? (Heterosexual). Dating has been extremely difficult for me here on the west coast. It’s almost like folks are so busy chasing the dollar, they have no time for meaningful socialization. Thank you Cinnamon.
Thank you so much! Dating and socializing is not a problem. If you’re flexible try all the destination if you can and see which one speaks to your spirit.
well, I'm Portuguese and it's known for a fact that hook-up culture in PT is not that prevalent, maybe a bit more in Lisbon (especially compared to the US). Portuguese women (I know I'm generalising here) are known to be a bit "closed" (I lack a better word) and like to take things slow so I think you're good on the socializing part ;) as for being a black man, I can't really offer my perspective, sorry; I haven't been in PT for a long time and really don't know the challenges of dating being black here. But if you're interested in dating locals (being white or not), I'd say the biggest challenge would be the language barrier at first.
Good luck! And definitely don't worry about the money chase here, we aren't crazy about it like some of yall lool
Beautiful background and I think listening to you step-by-step on how you're doing it is very interesting and more real
Thank you!
Loved the interview. I appreciated the point of you dont need as many clients if the COL is low. It seems daunting to replace my pre-lay off salary. But 1/3-1/2 isnt nearly as scary. I could even plan to live in a cheaper country for a few years and move again with a solid client base.
These stories make it seem more and more possible. I love it.
You got it Antonea! It’s totally possible.
Thank you for this. You (and your friends) are such an inspiration. Your videos are always so informative and packed full of helpful tips
Awh, thank you so much!
I am so glad I found your series of videos, they have been truly informative, helpful and inspiring as I consider options for my Next Chapter (not calling it pre-retirement). I'm very excited about the possibilities of Portugal. Obrigado!
Awh, that so awesome! Thank you.
This video was very informative, with clear detail on both guest experiences. I have been in contemplation for a long time and this shed light on things, I hadn't thought about -- such as insurance, social groups for connecting, Visa clearance and actually starting as a digital nomad where I am. Thanks for putting this together. I am not going to be doing this as a single person, but a mom of 3 (one of which is a working adult), so, I am having those concerns as factors for my situation. Thank you again for the interview!!!! Great motivation!
That warms my heart! Thank you so much!
Omg where do you live? That yard is amazing! I didn’t know that existed in Lisbon.
Thank you so much for your candid n honest breakdowns on the move to Lisbon. With every video of yours, we as a family are inspired to make the move very soon.
Thank you! So glad it was helpful.
This is very exciting and informative. So looking forward to making my move once America and the world open back up.
Thank you for sharing. Awesome to hear from others on their journey.👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽
Thank you!
Wow. I thoroughly enjoyed this video.
Ill be moving soon and your videos are a treasure.
Thank you so much!
This was such an informative and well paced interview. So much to think about while considering moving abroad and learning how to create online work for oneself. I'll likely live in Spain in the short term since I've been there already, but have been wanting to go to Portugal for some time...and as lots of people know, Spain's bureaucracy is over the top ridiculous, so staying there long term seems difficult if you're not independently wealthy or a student. Would love any tips you have on finding out more about visa requirements for Portugal. Thank you for sharing your experiences and info with all of us, your channel is great!
Sure thing, check out “How Much Does it Cost...” I spend some time talking about the Portugal visa.
Please keep these videos coming!! I am SO MOVING TO PORTUGAL!! I am new VERY new to the process and this information is extremely helpful!
Thank you so much! Will do.
@@DrivenSpice You are a complete inspiration! I will see you when I get there! Manifesting this move!
This was so so helpful. I love the guests perspectives and advices. Thank you!
Thank you! So glad you found it helpful.
Love love Lisbon... I know these videos are a lot of work, please keep them coming!!😊
Thank you! 💕
this was a wonderful sharing of information that was practical application...really showing their importance of living a quality life. I loved it so much I passed it on to a sweet co-worker who has his whole career ahead of him and with my granddaughter. Both are intelligent and have a love of life and travel....thanks so much.Great choice of your first two interviews to share. And you were a great facilitator for the interviews
Brenda thank you so much for your kind words and support!
Great content as usual, i mean really a great overview of not only moving to Lisbon but also becoming a digital nomad in general. Keep it up.
Thank you so much!
Really great and informative interview. As someone who has taken the leap, I completely agree with what both of your guests had to say. Having made some of my own mistakes along the way, having this video for reference would have been great.
Thank you so much!
You ladies are both so beautiful. Jamila’s lips tho. Yassss y’all. I’m working on being location independent!
You’re so kind. Thank you. 💕
Not planning on moving anytime soon but love watching this series. Great show as always!! Thanks.
Thank you so much!
@@DrivenSpice My pleasure. You have a great channel.
Beautifully done w/ awesome information. Thank you.
Thank you!
Great video.My husband and I have been looking and traveling for the last 2 years looking at different parts of Europe to see were we want to semi retire. We still work as consultants so we can be anywhere. Now with so much going on in US, we think it’s time to make a decision maybe for next Spring. US it’s not what it was years ago. It’s very violent and it’s scary..Lisbon is one of the area that we have been looking at..
I'm going to have to re-watch this video and note all these great tips because they are invaluable. Excited for this series!
Awesome! So happy it’s helpful!
Absolutely love this series. I'm moving back to my home country in Sept and what I've been trying to research are tax requirements for working abroad as a US citizen. I was wondering if you could elaborate on how you/interviewees file income taxes as a US citizen living abroad and the pros and cons, etc.
Thanks again, all of your vids are informative and out of the box.
Great video! I'm on my way to Lisbon very soon on a D7 visa.
Very insightful and helpful. Thank you.
Thank you!
This was wonderful! Thank you so much!
Thank you!
you both ladies are very beautiful. Thanks for educating us and informing us.
Thank you so much!
Obrigada linda💕💕 This was so good
💕So glad you enjoyed it!
Great video! I'm researching countries in Europe to move from US, this was helpful
Awesome! Glad it was helpful.
Can you make a video about your experience as a black woman specifically in Portugal? Discrimination is a huge factor in my decision moving abroad and your perspective would be really valuable. I really enjoyed your videos and thank you for sharing!
Sure, I waiting until I’m Portugal for a full year minus the covid months. There is a black woman here on RUclips that shares her experiences with race in Portugal. Her’s can provide some perspective as well.
@@DrivenSpice Miss Cinnamon,as a Portuguese and a Lisbon lover,please don't take safety for granted,because sadly,no society has managed yet to become asshole and scum free,stay safe and good luck!!!
Great video, thank you. I am from Silicon Valley and since Covid19 more and more people are working from home. I know some people that work in CA, but work and live in other states. I have a Masters degree in Social work and have worked for the government for many years. If there are any social workers out there that are licensed, over the last few years, there are several companies hiring remotely for E.A.P, counselors and therapist.
Thanks for sharing!
This was very educational and helpful.
Thanks for this! Great advice
So great! Very helpful! Thank you!
So glad you enjoyed it!
Hi Cinnamon! Thank you for all your wonderful videos - I was curious about where you were in the beginning of the video, all the green and the sounds of all the birds were so beautiful, what area were you in?
This helps a lot. Moving in september
Where are you moving to?
This was such good information! Thank you!
Thank you!
That was really informative and inspirational. Thank you so much.
Jamila is so beautiful!
I LOVE the vibe behind you .. that’s what am looking for when I relocate to Lisboa... what area is this?
Great advice. Thanks for sharing....
Thank you!
Sorry if you talk about this in another video I haven't watched yet, but could you talk about taxes? Income taxes? And local taxes?
as a 71 year old artist and ceramists how practical would a move be as a visual artist?
By the way, you guys are quite fortunate to not having to experience what's happening here in the US during this pandemic period; our idiot-in-chief is the worst person to be in office at any time but especially at this particular time. I'm very much looking forward to my "new normal;" away from here.
As an European it surprises me every time that he was even elected!!! How is that even possible! Oh yes! Because there is an electoral vote and no real democracy as such where one man corresponds to one vote.
That electoral college must go!!
Thanks for being an inspiration... it's ok to "wing it", taking a step of faith is an AMAZING THING and shows bravery. Since covid and now the race riots, the time is now to pick shop and settle someplace new and more healing to my soul (the curfew in DC has finally been pushed back from 7pm to 11pm). At this point I just want to live... thanks again for the interviews and information.👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾
Thank you!
Thanks for sharing!
Sure thing!
Thank you for this.
Thank you for the support!
Very informative, thank you!
Thank you. This was very informative.
Awesome! So glad to hear.
TRUE. And it is a great way for the Government of Taxes to keep track more easily as your funds will have to be deposited (somewhere). PHEW! Writing YOU SAID THAT!! WOW I was looking at something else online while listening and Jamila's voice sounds like Kerry Washington (perhaps its just me hearing this)...okay I am watching now...:)
its like anything else in life just do it, as long you got money and welling to live and be open then you should be good , I have lived and travel in difference place in the world. But I would love to visit you in Portugal .
Hi, there's one I.T. company in Lisbon as 20 vaicancis bat you need to now Portugues.
Beautiful backyard. Beautiful sista.
Thank you kindly!
I am moving there this year.
That was great! I don’t know what type of work you do, but I see you doing something in the media. You can be our black Barbara Walters🇨🇦
Ha! Thank you!
Hey I found your channel a few days ago. Thanks for sharing your story. Do you have a timeline of when you're planning to release that video about applying for a Portugese residency visa?
It’s already up. If you are a US citizen I included the website and links in the “How Much Does it Cost to Move tomPortugal” video.
Subscribed!
I can’t help but notice how Jamila resembles or favors actress Kerry Washington ☺️!
sooooooo good! Are you still in Lisbon?
I was thinking about taking my job remotely with me, but also considered how that may interfere with me being able to interact and meet local people of the country.
There are co-working spaces you can join, so you're not just working from home and isolated (pandemic aside of course).
Can you do a video on dating! Please! Lol
How about dealing with the Português language ? Can you please ask your interview subjects how they go about it now that they live in Lisbon, it’s a very important aspect to discuss. Even though many people speak English there, immersing oneself in a different country and its language is so important ( I know because I immigrated to another country and I’m fully bilingual).
Excellent ♥️
Glad you like it!
Hi Cinnamon, Forgive me if you've already covered this - I have two questions. I intend to move to Portugal "permanently" but am not retired yet so am looking for a remote job from the U.S., most likely. My questions: 1) Which visa should I apply for; and 2) I live in Florida, do I need to travel to DC or wherever the office that covers my state is, to apply for the visa? Thank you so much!
Hey there Sharon, please check the "How to Obtain Your Visa..." video. The description box has the link to the company I used. I the website will also tell you where you need to go based on where you live. Far as which visa you should apply for is a bit of a difficult question to answer. If you aren't retired (with provable retirement income) or working remotely it will be a challenge. You need to prove that you can financially support yourself if you move to Portugal.
@@DrivenSpice Thanks for taking the time to respond! I do hope to have a remote job before I go. I appreciate all the info. :-)
I've watched a few of your videos...one question; after this pandemic is over...can we travel together? ;-)
good advice
How hard was it to get the visa? b/c I know Spain is impossible
It took me 5 years to build my brand and my client base, and I still have up and down months; especially now. But I wouldn't trade the freedom to work for myself for anything. I am able to live anywhere with a great internet connection, so I'm outtee as soon as I get vaccinated. (I sound like a puppy :)!
Ha! Thank you so much for sharing Sandra
My apology. You told us this before...but I lost which video again. What is the name of the visa that you applied for? I cant find any visa similar...please help. Thanks
Great session! Any thoughts about people 40+ becoming digital nomads? Does it seem to be something more 20-32 year olds should or are doing?
I’m 40+ so don’t let that stop you. With age comes more marketable experience in your field. Go for it!
I've been searching your channel for an updated video. Just wondering what the climate is there in terms of politics and if Portugal is experiencing anything like the U.S right now as far as racial conflicts. I'm considering an extended visit there in the fall.
From a Portuguese, we are warm people, if you respect us and our space, you will get our respect and help you in whatever you need, just ask for help to a random Portuguese, and they will go out of their way to get you where you need.
We are a young democracy (1974), but a old country with more than 900 y of history.
Lisbon is more diverse, cause in lisbon live most of the ex-colonies returnees and the new immigrants, but you also have lots of turist in Algarve and in Porto.
We are a Social democracy, with the wright social democrats exchanging places with the left Socialist, every 8 years or so. Right now our government is Socialist (Social-democrat left wing), but our president is from the wright wing social democrats.
We love positive persons, that say good things about us :D
I think we are 3th in the world in terms of security, guns need permits, so nobody has one in the big cities (no need), most of our guns are for hunting purposes, so no military weapons are available.
in terms of health, if I am not mistaken we are 13 in Europe, and for now we dealt quit well with Corona, and are almost fully open (there are still some restrictions, like hearing a masc, restaurants and coffee shops are at 50% capacity)..
We are not known for being racists, but there is always a bad apple somewhere, usually more in the interior of the country, in the big cities, people are more open minded.
Our Police is there to help every one in need, no matter what is your problem (you got lost, you dont know a place, etc), they are there to help, they can only pull their guns in very special cases, like being shot at, if they draw a weapon for no reason they can go to jail, for Police intimidation and/or abuse of power.
Our transport network is quite good, but traveling by car in our wighways is expensive, you will be better by taking a train, as we are a small country, although very diverse.
Our main religion is catholicism, but we don't discriminate anyone for their beliefs.
Hope this helps :)
Well said!
@@fredericocotta991 - Not sure if it helped her, made me want to move there. Beautiful 👏🏽
@@fredericocotta991 thank you for such an insightful response!
@@slow.poetry thank you for offering your point of view!
Classy ladie.
Thank you
Can you please recommend lawyer office for immigration office in Portugal someone I can trust??
DrivenSpace do you have a facebook community people from US move to Lisbon?
How long can you stay in Portugal without being considered a resident for income tax purposes?
You can’t become a resident until living in Portugal for 5 years.
@@DrivenSpice hi! What does that mean in terms of income tax? Where do they go before those 5 years? Thanks
6 months,3 months as a tourist that can be extended by another 3 months if you like being there!!if a tourist wants to live in Portugal ,and he can find a job and a place to live he can apply for a residential permit,and legalize themselves without the need of leaving the country,during the pandemic,the Portuguese Government legalized every foreigner,who had allready aplied for the residential permit,to allow them to use the Health Services,Hospitals etc...for free, just as if they were Portuguese,yep socialist Governments do this !!
@@DrivenSpice the 5 year rule is only for those who want to acquire the Portuguese Nationality,but recently even that Law changed to 3 years if I'm not mistaken!!!