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Portugal in room in destinations for foreign pensioners

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The 2026 Annual Global Retirement Index by International Living ranks Portugal as the fourth-best destination for foreign retirees, surpassing Greece, Panama, and Costa Rica. The report evaluates 24 countries based on seven criteria including housing, healthcare, climate, and cost of living. While Portugal scores second in healthcare and climate, it ranks fourth overall. The index notes that housing prices in Portugal are higher than in rural areas, with apartments near the metro costing around €1,200 monthly. The International Living team relies on resident experiences and assumes a subjective component to the evaluation.

Key points

• Portugal ranks fourth globally for foreign retirees, trailing only Greece, Panama, and Costa Rica in the 2026 Annual Global Retirement Index.
• Healthcare and climate are top strengths for Portugal, with the country ranking second in both categories, though housing costs are higher than in rural areas.

Context and limitations

The index covers 24 countries and focuses on housing, healthcare, climate, and cost of living. It does not assess pension systems or retirement conditions, and the evaluation includes a subjective component based on resident experiences.

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