Inherited Homes: One Heir Can Ask for a Sale After 2 Years Under New Decree-Law
Government approved a decree-law on 22 Oct letting one heir ask for a sale of a shared inherited home after 2 years. Not in force yet. What it means.
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NIF, NISS, número de utente do SNS, senha das Finanças e Segurança Social Direta: ajuda para o dia a dia.
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Fake SMS Messages Use the Chave Móvel Digital Name: Don’t Click, Don’t Share Codes
ARTE warns of fake SMS using the Chave Móvel Digital name to steal data and codes. It never asks for personal or bank data by SMS. What to do.
CP Train Strike on 30 October Called Off: Trains Run Normally
The CP train strike on Friday 30 October has been called off after the union met the ministry. CP expects trains to run normally on 29 to 31 October.
No School Dental Vouchers This Year for Ages 7, 10 and 13: What Changes in 2027
No cheques-dentista for ages 7, 10 and 13 in 2026/2027. A new SNS dental programme starts on 1 January 2027. What parents should do now.
Clocks Go Back One Hour on Sunday 25 October: What Changes in Portugal
Portugal returns to winter time on Sunday 25 October: clocks go back one hour. New time gap with Pakistan, India, Bangladesh, Nepal and Brazil.
Almada and Seixal Light Rail Strike 20–21 October: Line 3 Only at Rush Hour
Metro Sul do Tejo strike in Almada and Seixal: full stoppage 20–21 October, Line 3 only at rush hour, partial strikes to 27 October. How to plan.
School Staff Strike Monday 19 October: Check Before You Drop Your Child Off
National school staff strike Monday 19 October: some schools and kindergartens may close. What parents should check before drop-off.
Fuel From 19 October: Diesel Up About 4.5 Cents, Petrol Slightly Cheaper
Diesel expected up about 4.5 cents a litre from Monday 19 October, petrol down 1.5 cents. New ISP discount rates and the tax cut shown at the pump.
Banco CTT Upgrade Finished: MB WAY Transfers Back, App Still Unstable on 19 October
Banco CTT says its upgrade is done: MB WAY and instant transfers work again on 19 Oct. The app and homebanking may still drop out during the day.
Lisbon Airport Fixed Taxi Fares From 15 October: What New Arrivals Pay
Fixed taxi fares from Lisbon Airport started 15 Oct 2026: from €16 in zone 1. Prices, parish zones, and what is still rolling out.