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five years. Such status is granted for a period of ten consecutive years. To be considered a tax resident, the individual is required to remain in Portugal for more than 183 days during the relevant fiscal year, or else have a dwelling in Portugal on December 31 of that year, with the intention of holding it as one’s habitual residence. With a program such as this, it is no surprise that Portugal is becoming a top choice for 88 ultra-high and high net worth individuals who wish to take up residence in the European Union. The Algarve remains, by some margin, the major draw for overseas buyers in Portugal. Not only does it offer the fantastic year-round climate, it is one of Europe’s top golfing destinations and boasts fabulous beaches along 150 kilometres of coastline. There is easy access to Faro International Airport from most www.theaddressmagazine.com