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House Hunting

Need a 12 month rental lease for your visa application?

At PORTUGAL WIZARD we help you to find the perfect house/ apartment in Portugal, visit it on your behalf and guarantee you the real deal.

Accomodation for visa Purposes.

One of the biggest struggles with fulfilling the requirements for a Portuguese resident visa is finding a rentalt in Portugal.

The market is scarce and the demand is high.

Having to make a decision on a property from the other side of the world is scary. It also can end up in loosing a lot of money with the millions of scammers out there.

Portugal Wizard is your neutral partner  in arranging the accommodation requirement for your visa as we are total independent of any real estate agency.

Why work with Portugal Wizard?

1. Expertise and Experience: House hunting services specialize in finding properties that meet your specific criteria. With our knowledge of the local real estate market and experience in matching clients with their ideal homes, we can streamline the search process and save you valuable time and effort.

2. Personalized Attention: When you work with a house hunting service, you’ll receive personalized attention from a service that is committed to understanding your needs and preferences. 

3. Negotiation Skills: Renting a home involves more than just finding the right property; it also requires negotiating the best possible deal. At Portugal Wizard are skilled negotiators who can help you secure favorable terms and navigate the complexities of the rental process with confidence.

4. Peace of Mind: Perhaps most importantly, hiring a house searching service can provide you with peace of mind throughout the home rental journey. From negotiating terms to handling paperwork and deadlines, we’ll take care of the details so you can focus on envisioning yourself in your new home.

Our team is here to guide you through every step of the process, from narrowing down your search criteria to negotiating the best deal.

Say goodbye to stress and frustration and hello to a smoother, more enjoyable experience. Get in touch with us today and let’s turn your dream of moving to Portugal into a reality!

  • Reliable and established market sources

  • Local knowledge and expertise

  • Lease review and negotiation

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FAQs

How long in advance should I book this service?

If you are hiring this service to meet your visa requirements, you should book it within at least 1 month prior to your VFS appointment. 

Do I need to pay rents in advance?

In Portugal, the citizen renting a property is always asked to nominate a guarantor, a person responsible for paying the rent in case the tenant fails to pay. The guarantor needs to be a Portuguese citizen.

As non citizen, it is hard, if not impossible to get a guarantor so in these cases is common that the landlord asks for 6 to 12 months rent in advance. Although the law establishes no more than 3 months the rent amount (2 months deposit and one rent) in advance, the reality is that in this private market the landlord can choose to rent the property to whoever he/she wants and therefore will rent to the highest bidder.

Is the property registered at the tax office as per the Immigration authorities requirements?

Yes, Portugal Wizard guarantees that the final selected property and after the lease is signed by both parties, that the landlord sends us proof of fiscal registration and the correspondent receipt of the “imposto de selo”. 

Is the lease reviewed to guarantee it meets the law?

Any lease signed under our services is reviewed and revised to meet the Portuguese law. 

APPLYING FOR A RESIDENT VISA?

If you are considering moving to Portugal and applying for a resident visa, a checklist is always a great way to ensure you remember everything you have to do.