Starting this week the legal procedures in Portugal in the real estate market and in other areas are undergoing a makeover and will make it easier for us, who do not live in Portugal regularly, in that we will not have to be physically present instead.The Portuguese real estate news site Idealista reported that this …
As of April 1, the Bank of Portugal has limited the maximum amount of mortgage payments by age to 40 years. In this article, based on the Portuguese real estate news site Idealista we will explain to you the changes that are expected in the mortgage terms and how they will affect the buyers of …
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Ynet website told about the publication of the report of the Jewish community in Porto with the documents proving that the process of issuing approvals for Roman Abramovich was proper and that Abramovich presented evidence that he was a descendant of deportees from Spain and Portugal. The community in Porto has strongly criticized the Portuguese …
Today, we can say with certainty that the plans that the Portuguese government initiated about a decade ago to attract investors have yielded excellent results that speak for themselves. Portugal is a beautiful country with countless opportunities for business and economic development. This is why in the last decade foreign nationals from all over the …
The Jewish community of Porto has published a report on Roman Abramovich’s Spanish origins. The report includes 14 documents showing that Abramovich belongs to the Spanish Jewish community and that his roots are indeed Portuguese, which justifies the citizenship granted to him. You can see an extension in the attached document. Roman Abramovich’s Sephardic origins
Adv. Itay Mor, the President of the Jewish Association “Over The Rainbow Portugal” wrote an opinion column on the leading Portuguese news site Observador about the Jewish community and its great contribution to Portugal over the past seven years. Read the column and express your opinion in the Facebook group “Over The Rainbow Portugal” where …
“We see a lot of Israelis and Jews, these days, asking for citizenship with the feeling that this is the last minute, the last opportunity to issue it.” These are the words of Itay Mor, the chairman of the Zionist movement “Beyond the Rainbow of Portugal” in an article broadcast on Saturday News on Channel …
The “Good Morning Israel” program on Galey Zahal aired an article about the latest developments related to the Jewish community in Porto and the impact of the new regulations in the Portuguese Citizenship Law. Adv. Itay Mor, the president of the Zionist movement “Over the Rainbow Portugal”, explained that the move was not made in …
Ynet and Maariv continue to tell about the changes that are expected to be in the Portuguese citizenship law.The order signed by the Portuguese president to increase government oversight of citizenship proceedings adds new requirements to prove the connection between the applicants and Portugal. It is estimated that the new regulations will, among other things, …
Tightening the conditions for obtaining citizenship – our recommendation is to submit the applications for citizenship as soon as possible Portuguese President Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa has signed an order requiring citizens to apply for a genuine connection to Portugal, beyond Spanish-Jewish roots. This means that the procedure that was valid until now, according to which …
“The process is likely to be slower from now on, but it is still possible. It is necessary and worthwhile to enlist the help of experts who know how to do the process in front of the community in Lisbon and everyone needs to be patient.”Adv. Itay Mor, the president of the zionist movement “Over …
On the international I24News news channel, adv. Itay Mor, the president of the Zionist movement “Over the Rainbow Portugal” talked about the refugees coming from Ukraine and the acquisition of Portuguese citizenship by Roman Abramovich. Itay Mor said that he sees a lot of refugees from Ukraine coming to Portugal, but these are thousands and …
“I’m in favor of total transparency and in favor of any investigation that removes suspicion from the Jewish communities in Portugal, but I cannot fail to remember the important role that the growing community has in the country.The cooperation with the local communities is total and the bridge between Israel (and not only) Portugal has …
Following the suspension of the activities of the Jewish community in Porto regarding Portuguese citizenship approvals, Itay Mor, the president of the Zionist movement “Over the Rainbow Portugal” spoke with Eran Sikorel on the “International Hour” program of the “Kan Bet” radio station.As for Roman Abramovich, he explained that not always the family name today …
The Jewish community in Porto announced on 13th March that it is suspending its activities until further notice and is currently ceasing to grant approvals for applications for Portuguese citizenship. This happened after the arrest on the 10th of March of the chief rabbi of the Jewish community in Porto, Daniel Litvak, amid suspicions that …
The real estate market is booming in Portugal, especially in the area of residential properties. Even during the Corona period the buying and selling of houses did not stop but continued to be in full swing.This will also happen in 2022. As of March 1, 2022, there is a new law to take into account, which …
Publico, one of the most important newspapers in Portugal, published a cover story that harshly criticized the Jewish community in Porto. Following the article, Adv. Itay Mor, president of the Zionist movement “Over the Rainbow Portugal”, published an opinion column in Publico about the great contribution of the Jewish community to Portugal, the growth of …
The Portuguese Ministry of Justice published this week the number of Jews who have received Portuguese citizenship in the last seven years – from March 2015 to January 2022, based on their recognition as descendants of deportees of Spanish and Portuguese descent. This number stands at 56,685 descendants and today more than 80,000 applications have …
It is clear that the viability of the entire deal can vary depending on the tax laws that apply to it. If you are investing or interested in real estate investments in Portugal and you are not one of its residents, you should be familiar with the process of applying for a tax refund from …
The oldest real estate investors among you may not be surprised, but one of the most attractive investments in the coming years in Portugal in light of the expected demand and growth – is residences for the elderly. Usually when the issue of investing in Portugal comes up, we think of standard real estate properties as residential apartments. An article on …
Portuguese is a rich language full of proverbs and expressions used daily. The Portuguese Facebook page Safe Communities Portugal told about the common expressions and proverbs in Portugal and their meaning and we found their equivalents in Hebrew. Do you know any other expressions? Tell us about them in the Facebook group “Over the Rainbow Portugal”. …
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The leading news site in Portugal Diario de Noticias published an opinion column by the president of the Zionist movement “Over the Rainbow Portugal” Adv. Itay Mor on the further victory of the Portuguese Prime Minister Antonio Costa in the elections and the impact this will have on the Jewish community. Advocate Itay Mor believes …
“These elections are only the basis for the next elections because in the next elections there are already hundreds of thousands of Israelis and Jews who can vote and influence in a very dramatic way.” This is what adv. Itay Mor, the chairman of the movement “Over the rainbow Portugal” said in an interview on …
It is impossible not to explore and discover Portugal without knowing the tourist attractions that exist throughout the city. Whether these are tours to get to know the history and heritage of the city, culinary tours, tours on Segway, or boat tours. For all this, we have provided you with our benefits because one of …
Those who love not only tourist attractions and standard hikes and tours, but also nature and trekking, mountain climbing, cycling and surfing, ie extreme sports in all shades, also in these areas Portugal has what to offer and we have provided you with great benefits of leading companies in Portugal and the Madeira island.Enjoy! Surfaventura …
One of the essentials for those who want to explore and discover Portugal and save time getting from place to place is booking the services of shuttle companies or car rental that will make your stay in this amazing country comfortable and enjoyable. Adv. Itai Mor, Chairman of the Association “Over the Rainbow Portugal” uses …
Also in the year 2021, the real estate market in Portugal continued to flourish. Like the previous year, 2021 also ended in the shadow of the coronavirus, but various sectors in the real estate market have shown that they have the capabilities and means to overcome the crisis. In 2021 Portugal attracted international investors and …
Whether you are doing business, investing in real estate in Portugal, getting interested, or moving to relocation, you will need to open a bank account there to conduct money. You will be surprised to find that the banking services in Portugal are very diverse and beyond the large banks where service is provided in English, …
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Many times we have told you about the investment types in a golden visa that allows a temporary residence in Portugal for five years and then Portuguese citizenship and a Portuguese passport which is a passport of the European Union. An article on the Portuguese news site The Portugal News presents data from the Foreigners …
If you are in the process of obtaining Portuguese citizenship and your application is delayed far beyond the times you have been told, it is important that you know that you are not the only ones.In light of the significant increase in applications for Portuguese citizenship, the Portuguese Ministry of Justice admits that the processing …
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Usually the destinations that come up in our association for a ski vacation or a vacation where we can see and enjoy the snow are in the cold countries of Europe, like Italy, Austria, Romania, and Bulgaria. You will be surprised to find that even in Portugal, a country we are less used to associating …
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Adv. Itay Mor, president of the “Over the Rainbow Portugal” Movement: “The cumbersome and slow procedure, caused delays and inconveniences for the registry, lawyers and applicants. From 2022, the citizenship application procedure involving the Registry Office and the lawyers will move towards the digital platform and the paper-based procedure will be phased out.” It seems …
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The leading news site in Portugal Diario de Noticias published an opinion column by the president of the Zionist movement “Over the Rainbow Portugal” Adv. Itay Mor on the comparison between the coronavirus situation in Portugal and the situation in Israel. Adv. Itay Mor writes that in Israel the arrival of the sixth wave is …
Oporto synagogue | Photo: Oporto Jewish Community The Portuguese, Hebrew, and Russian press published information that the Russian-Jewish billionaire Roman Abramovich had been granted Portuguese citizenship based on his roots. Citizenship was confirmed by the Jewish community in Porto. Abramovich helps and contributes a lot to the Jewish communities around the world and some articles …
Roman Abramovich photo from Wikipedia Marina Lystseva Roman Abramovich was granted Portuguese citizenship after proving that he was a descendant of Jews deported from Spain. His paternal grandparents – Nachman Leibowitz and Tatiana Abramovitch were Belarusian Jews with family names of Spanish descent. Indeed, one of the most extraordinary stories – and difficult to prove …
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The leading Portuguese economic website Dinherio Vivo published an opinion column by Adv. Itay Mor, president of the Zionist movement “Over the Rainbow Portugal”, about the Jewish community in Portugal and its significant contribution to the country. Capitalists who are interested in investing in the country and creating jobs in it, thus contributing to its …
If you have already become a citizen, you can vote in the upcoming elections to the Portuguese Parliament and Prime Minister, which will take place on January 30, 2022.This is the second round of elections that Portugal has experienced in one year. A year ago, in January 2021, the Portuguese presidential election was held in …
December has arrived and European countries are decorated in honor of Christmas. The streets, shops, cafes, and restaurants are decorated with colorful lights, Christmas trees, and everything looks so beautiful and gives a feeling as if we are in a fairy tale. In Portugal, too, the holiday atmosphere is felt and if you visit it …
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If you are planning to come to Portugal in the coming months to get your Portuguese passport and ID (Citizen card), we have good news for you! Following the Corona restrictions and delays in the issuance of documents at the Portuguese Ministry of Justice, the Portuguese government decided to create a new initiative in the …
Portugal is a country that has many options in terms of real estate investment. The significant advantage of this investment is that you do not have to have Portuguese citizenship to make it and it allows you to get a high yield on interest rates and affordable loans with the bank. Out of many real …
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Portuguese Prime Minister Antonio Costa failed on Wednesday (27.10) in passing the budget, which means Portugal may go to the by-elections. Costa heads the Socialist Party and its supporters are the communist left-wing party that yesterday dropped the budget because he refused to increase the amounts of social security payments and investment in the health …
Many times, we have told you how amazing and diverse Portugal is in its beauty. You can find in it all the types of landscapes you can only think of. From Modern urban views to magnificent palaces built back in the middle Ages, from the shores of the ocean to tropical islands, full of plants …
Adv. Itay Mor, the president of the movement “Over the rainbow Portugal” talked in the morning program with Ido Tauber of Israeli Channel 20, about real estate investments abroad and the disadvantages of real estate investments in Israel. In the interview, adv. Itay Mor said that the real estate market is a good example of …
A large part of those who contact us are interested in relocating to Portugal, whether permanently or only for study purposes. Many others are actually interested in business investments in Portugal, and in setting up business ventures, businesses, companies, and factories. Whether you are thinking of coming to Portugal and working in local jobs or …
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“Currently, anyone who submits his application for a golden visa before January 1, 2022, will be entitled to the current visa conditions before the requirements are tightened,” says advocate Itay Mor. “The many benefits of a golden visa make many Israelis consider the Portuguese golden visa option even if they have no affiliation with Spanish …
We all admire the diverse places that there are in Portugal. It is such an amazing country that anyone can find anything they love, whether picturesque towns and cities, magnificent palaces and castles and landscapes of the sea and nature. Whether you have already toured Portugal or are just beginning to discover its abundance, it …
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Portugal is not only a beloved country of Israelis, who have discovered it in the last five years and have since flown to it regularly as Portuguese citizens and tourists, Ben Groundwater, one of Australia’s most well-known and respected travel writers, has established Portugal as his favorite destination in the world (and he has traveled …
A first and unusual gesture was made by the Portuguese Parliament towards Aristides de Souza Mendes who was the former Consul General of Portugal in Bordeaux and his character can be compared to Oscar Schindler. During World War II, he saved thousands of Jews in France from the Nazi regime by secretly granting entry visas …
The property market boom in Portugal continues, with house prices continuing to rise across all of the country. The “Portugal News” website presents an overview according to the price index in the real estate magazine idealista, according to which it can be seen that house prices for purchase in Portugal have risen by an average …
We at “Over the rainbow Portugal” always emphasize that Portugal is a great place to live, because of the amazing landscapes, the comfortable climate and its warm and sociable residents. In addition, it is a country that will become the next hot thing in Europe. This can be seen by the high-tech scene and by …
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The Jews who were saved in World War II and the attitude of PIDE (International and State Defense Police) towards the Jews in Portugal at that time – fascinating stories about Jews who were saved by Portugal and keep a place of honor in their hearts. At the end of August, a magazine article was …
We have already told you that in Portugal new technological ventures and start-ups are developing and opening up and creating new opportunities for residents, investors, and those who are interested in relocating to Portugal. The proof of this is not only in the innovative projects that the cities in Portugal are developing, but the scores …
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Porto is a tourist port city, the second largest after Lisbon. It is located on the Atlantic coast and surrounded by hills of the Douro Valley and the Terrace or Montes Mountains. Beyond its tourist attractions, Porto offers an exceptional culinary experience due to its special location. The Terrace or Montes area brings with it …
In light of the Portuguese government’s decision to accept the EU recommendation to exclude Israel from the list of green countries and to ban Israelis, even vaccinated to enter Portugal, the Zionist movement “Over the Rainbow Portugal” has received hundreds of applications from Israelis seeking to reach Portugal and are in uncertainty. Advocate Itay Mor, …
In an interview in French with the international news channel I24News, Adv. Itay Mor the president of the Zionist movement “Over the Rainbow Portugal” talked about Portugal’s decision to remove Israel from the list of green countries and to ban vaccinated Israelis from entering. In the interview Adv. Itay Mor talked about Portugal’s decision to …
Advocate Itay Mor, the president of the Zionist movement “Over the Rainbow Portugal” interviewed by the Knesset channel about Portugal’s decision to ban Israelis, even vaccinated, from entering its territory from September 1. In the interview Advocate Itay Mor explained that compared to Israel, Portugal did not exclude the United States from the list of …
It is important for us to update you always first on all of Portugal’s decisions regarding Israel. We were the first to report in the Facebook group “Over the rainbow Portugal” that Portugal is the first EU country to ban Israelis from entering its territory, even vaccinated people with an Israeli vaccination certificate due to …
Choosing a hotel that will give you a good feeling and an answer to everything you need is an integral part of the experience of visiting Portugal, so we have taken care of you with benefits on equal hotels throughout the country. The prestigious NH Hotel Group We love Portugal so much, and we want …
Most likely, some of you have difficulty finding kosher products in Lisbon. Indeed, citizens and tourists who come to Portugal tend to bring with them products bought outside the country. However, for us, it is important that you enjoy Lisbon and do not worry for a moment about what to eat! Meet Portuel! The store …
The leading Ambitur website dedicated to news about the Portuguese tourism industry published an interview earlier this month with Adv. Itay Mor, chairman of the ‘Over the Rainbow Portugal’ movement, who spoke about developing a new tourism platform to expose the Jewish community to the wonderful things Portugal offers. In an interview, Adv. Itay Mor …
In an interview with the oldest and leading Portuguese magazine in the tourism industry Publituris, Adv. Itay Mor, chairman of the Zionist movement “Over the rainbow Portugal” described what Portugal’s low place is as a tourist destination for Israelis, сcompared to the Portuguese interest in attracting the Israeli public as a strong purchasing power, and …
Who would not dream of a relatively safe investment with nice yields and also of the way to obtain the status of a European citizen? Recently, Portugal, which is starting to really brand itself as the European Silicon Valley, is opening up more and more opportunities to outside investors. Want to hear about your next …
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New equity funds are entering Israel and competing for the hearts of Israeli investors looking for investment opportunities. Beyond the yield, the investment in these funds guarantees investors a golden visa that allows, after a process, the acquisition of Portuguese (European) citizenship, even in the absence of an affiliation with the deportation from Spain. In …
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EY, one of the largest and leading economic consulting and tax consulting firms in the world, published the survey of the 10 most attractive countries for investment in 2021. EY’s attractiveness surveys are designed to help businesses make investment decisions and governments remove growth barriers. For the first time, Portugal entered the top ten alongside …
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Investing in venture capital funds in Portugal makes it possible to obtain a Golden visa that grants the investor and his family residency in Portugal. In an interview with the Mako website, Adv. Itay Mor, who represents the Portuguese funds for the Israeli investors and chairman of the “Beyond the Rainbow of Portugal” movement, revealed …
In the past decade, the population of Portugal has decreased by 2% and now stands at 10,347,892 citizens. The website Safe Communities Portugal published an article about the population of Portuguese citizens that has decreased by 2% in the last ten years, according to the first data in a report published by the Central Bureau …
About a third of the citizens of Portugal last year were Israelis This is what the YNET and Makor Rishon – israeli news websites in hebrew indicate. Despite the corona, and thanks to the amendment for Jewish descendants: According to the Portuguese Ministry of Justice, Israel is in second place on the list of citizens …
The wisdom in business opportunities is to find the ones that are less common and that the way to them is not paved. If you think about the high-tech world, Portugal will not be among the first countries to jump to your head. You will be surprised to find that Portugal is currently undergoing rapid …
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Studying in Portugal, where there is a unique atmosphere compared to other European countries, is a lifelong experience. In Portugal, there are leading higher education institutions in Europe and you can broaden your horizons by choosing fields of study that you will not find in your country.A student visa is suited for anyone studying in …
Most of us dream of a work experience in another country through which we will develop new connections and friendships, expand our horizons and experience a new adventure. Portugal is one of the fascinating countries with new job opportunities worth living and working in. Read here about the sites for finding a job in Portugal.After …
If you love challenges and adventure patients, get to know your next destination, the longest suspension bridge in the world that opens in Arouca (Aveiro district) in Portugal!Last April, the longest pedestrian bridge in the world launched in the town of Arouca, with an investment of 2.3 million euros and its length extends over 516 …
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Who and why should hold a local driver’s license in Portugal?To drive a car in Portugal, the driver must be at least 18 years old. As a temporary visitor, you may use an international driver’s license that is valid for at least six months. If you use the license after it has expired and without …
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In recent years, Portugal has become a country of endless business opportunities, thanks to the moves it promotes that cause companies and investors to set up their businesses there. In June, the government created 53 new opportunities when it announced about the creation of 53 workplaces all over Portugal with an investment of about 20 …
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