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Portugal's Rental Rules Are Changing (But Not Yet): The 2026 Advance Rent and Deposit Reform Explained
Heard that Portuguese landlords can now demand three months' rent in advance and unlimited deposits? It's based on a real reform, but it isn't law yet. Here's what the July 2026 changes actually say, and what still applies to your lease right now, in plain English.