Mistyrain

We are New Zealanders, who will be spending winter (3-6 months min) possibly longer, in the Algarve. Consequently, as we are non-EU members, we will be entering on a visitors 90 allowance (no visa required). I'm aware that you need a residents permit for opening any utility accounts, and I guess this would apply to any bank accounts. I am pretty sure I can apply for a residents permit once we arrive and I think we have up to 30 days to do this. I am not having much luck with getting through to the Consulate here in London, so flying blind a bit. But, in the meantime, until that happens, can any landlords tell me do they generally keep utulities in their own names and tenants pay directly to them, or if not, what normally happens?

derbyflan

I'm a UK Landlord. Are you asking about Portugal or UK tenancys?

Mistyrain

Portugal. We have been living in the UK for 10 years, but it's just a bit confusing because apparently there are only 87 Kiwis living in Portugal!!! lol!

Redlippie

I'm surprised there's that many!

Prodigal son

Yes, kiwis are a rare fruit in Portugal

Mistyrain

So I guess I still have to keep calling soccer football and keep quiet about rugby lol!!!!

Kate45

that has reminded me....can you get kiwi fruit in France/Spain/Portugal anywhere really ...sorry for changing the topic but seeing kiwi and fruit used in the same sentence reminded me

gedscottish

We have kiwi's in our garden and I can't eat them as im allergic to them

Kate45

Fantastic ......My youngest child loves them

Mistyrain

They are brilliant for using in marinades....they break down tough meat!

Cleri

Yep,you can buy them anywhere,or if you live near Ged go and pillage his trees

Mistyrain

Here's a silly question, but realistically, what sort of temperatures could I expect in the Algarve over winter? I'm in the middle of doing some throwing out of "London winter clothes"!

Redlippie

Portugal is sending a team to the RWC - ha!ha!ha!

Luckily, I support my other homeland's team - the ones who are going to kick your team's arses - again

Cleri

It can get bloody cold!!!!! even tho I suppose Im acclimatised and probably feel it more than you would,usually evenings and nights,as soon as the sun goes down,daytime is ok.
You will need thick jumpers,sweatshirts and even.....coats!!!!! t hee
I was wearing a scarf last winter.brrrrrrrrrrr

Redlippie

It can get bloody cold! Same here in Florida land...freezing some years - I have the heating on for weeks at a time!