Portugal
Dating in Portugal for expats, from Lisbon to Madeira
Eight guides for Lisbon, Porto, the Algarve, Madeira and more, and a free profile to meet people who chose Portugal too.
- Eight local guides
- Free to begin
- VIP priced in euros
- Many manually verified members
In short
Dating in Portugal is unhurried, sunny and often happens over coffee and a pastel de nata. ExpatSingles helps expats meet people who also made Portugal home: join free, set your town and get daily suggestions of members near you.
- Guides: Lisbon, Porto, Cascais, Faro, Funchal, Braga, Coimbra and Ericeira.
- Free from day one: your profile, suggestions, the ID check and a few messages every day.
- Who: expats, remote workers who are staying, and Portuguese singles open to an international partner.
- VIP: unlimited messages from €16.99 a week.
Portugal has become a home for people from all over the world: remote workers in Lisbon, families in the Algarve, retirees in Madeira and students in Coimbra. The expat community in Portugal is welcoming, but it is also full of people who are only staying a season. Dating in Portugal online helps you find the people who are planning to stay.
Why expats in Portugal try online dating
A dating site helps you meet people outside the coworking space and the language class.
ExpatSingles in Portugal
Settled in Portugal and ready to meet someone? That is what ExpatSingles is for
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Settlers, not tourists
Members live abroad or want a partner who does, and you can say on your profile that you are here for the long run.
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Portuguese not required
Write in English or Portuguese, and tick Language Exchange if you would like to practise.
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Close by
Your suggestions follow your town and distance, from a Lisbon neighbourhood to the Algarve coast.
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Private
Only your username and nearest town are visible to others; name, email and address stay hidden.
Each guide below shows the neighbourhoods expats live in, the spots for a first date and what dating there is like day to day.
Expat dating guides for eight places in Portugal
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Lisbon
Arroios, Santos and Lapa
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Porto
Cedofeita, Miguel Bombarda and Foz do Douro
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Cascais
Monte Estoril, Cascais Centre and Carcavelos
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Faro
Cidade Velha, Baixa and Montenegro
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Funchal
São Martinho, Santa Maria Maior and Sé
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Braga
São Victor, Sé and Gualtar
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Coimbra
Solum, Celas and Baixa
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Ericeira
Village Centre, São Sebastião and Foz do Lizandro
Dating in Portugal: what expats notice
Portuguese life has a gentle rhythm. People tend to take their time getting to know someone, and a first date is often a coffee, a walk along the river or the sea, or a long lunch. Being warm and patient goes further than being forward.
Food and coffee are easy starting points: a pastelaria for a custard tart, a miradouro for the view, a market on a Saturday morning. Plans are relaxed, and a little Portuguese, even just obrigado or obrigada, is always appreciated.
Expats in Portugal are spread between Lisbon, Porto, the Algarve and the islands, so set your distance to the area you actually live in.
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Join freeHow to start dating in Portugal on ExpatSingles
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Join for free
Username, photo and a few words about why you chose Portugal.
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Choose your area
Your city, your stretch of coast or your island.
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Get your badge
The ID check is free; a video check with a moderator needs no documents.
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Write to someone
A few free messages a day, or VIP to write as much as you like.
Safe dating in Portugal
- Cafe or promenade. A first date in a cafe or on a busy promenade is a safe start. Stay on ExpatSingles for the first messages: if someone suggests switching to WhatsApp or another app early on, the site flags it.
- Money and documents stay with you. The GNR and the Polícia Judiciária both give the same advice: never send money, card or account details or copies of your documents to someone you met online. A fraud complaint can be filed online with the PSP or GNR through the government's Queixa Eletrónica service, which foreign residents can use, or at any police station. Linha Internet Segura, 800 21 90 90, supports victims of online crime on weekdays.
- After a scam. After an online scam, contact your bank immediately. In an emergency, call 112.
What ExpatSingles costs in Portugal
Signing up and using the site day to day costs nothing. Should you want VIP or VIP Plus, both are priced in euros, with a monthly figure for the longer plans.
| Plan length | VIP | VIP Plus |
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| 1 week | €16.99 | €17.99 |
| 1 month | €44.95 | €38.53 |
| 3 months | €84.95€28.32 a month | €89.87€29.96 a month |
| 6 months | €111.95€18.66 a month | €128.31€21.39 a month |
| 12 months | €169.95€14.16 a monthpaid once | €208.05€17.34 a monthpaid once |
Plans running up to six months renew until cancelled, and the 12-month plan is paid once and then ends. What each membership includes.
Dating in Portugal: questions from expats
What is dating in Portugal like for expats?
Dating in Portugal for expats is relaxed and slow paced: people take their time, first dates are often coffee or a walk, and warmth counts more than speed. Meeting others who also chose Portugal makes it easier.
Where do expats in Portugal live?
Expats in Portugal live mainly in and around Lisbon and Porto, on the Algarve and on Madeira, with smaller communities in cities such as Braga and Coimbra. ExpatSingles has a guide for each of these places.
How much does ExpatSingles cost in Portugal?
ExpatSingles costs nothing to join in Portugal. If you want VIP, the monthly plan is €44.95; the 12-month plan is a single payment of €169.95, roughly €14.16 a month.
Is ExpatSingles free to message on?
ExpatSingles is free to message on, within a few messages a day; you can always reply to VIP members, and verified members can join the group chat rooms. VIP takes the limit away.
Where do I report a romance scam in Portugal?
A romance scam in Portugal is reported to the PSP or GNR, online through Queixa Eletrónica or at any station. Contact your bank immediately if you have paid, and call 112 in an emergency.
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