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Median house price rises 19%

The median price of residential properties sold in Portugal during Q2 2025 reached €2,065 per m², marking a 19% increase compared to the same period in 2024. The number of family-home transactions rose by 15.6% year-on-year.

New Record for Portuguese Tourism

Travel and tourism exports in August reached €4.3 billion, surpassing the previous record and contributing to a positive services balance.

Europe to propose rules for holiday rental properties

The European Commission plans to propose new EU-wide rules aimed at the short-term rental sector (such as those on platforms like Airbnb and Booking.com), recognising that the surge in holiday lets is contributing to a shortage of long-term rentals.

Portugal Considers Updates to Citizenship and Immigration Laws

Portugal's Parliament has approved a revised immigration law, aiming to manage rising immigration more rigidly while addressing key court concerns. The new law slightly relaxes certain provisions affecting family reunification: the required two-year residency period remains but can now be shortened for couples with a prior one-year relationship, and children or dependents with disabilities can join family members regardless of their legal residency status. The legislation reflects a broader European trend of tightening immigration rules in response to political pressures.

Appetite for moving to Portugal jumps 32%

: Interest in relocating from the UK to Portugal has surged by up to 30% between 2024 and 2025, according to the Portuguese Chamber of Commerce in the UK. This growing appetite is evident in the upcoming Moving to Portugal Show in London, which expects over 250 attendees. The event will offer insights into Portugal’s tax benefits, residency options, and property market, reflecting the increasing appeal of Portugal as a destination for expatriates seeking financial and lifestyle advantages.

House prices across Europe: Which countries have the highest increases?

Portugal experienced the highest annual increase in house prices among EU countries, with a 17.1% rise in the second quarter of 2025 compared to the same period in 2024. Other countries with notable increases include Bulgaria (15.5%), Hungary (15.1%), Croatia (13.2%), Spain (12.8%), Slovakia (11.3%), and Czechia (10.5%). These figures reflect a strong demand and investor confidence in the European real estate market.