Learn Portuguese with qualified native tutors. Whether you need A2 level for citizenship, want to improve daily life in Portugal, or start from zero - we match you with the right teacher.
A2 level Portuguese is mandatory for citizenship after 5 years. Start learning now to be ready. Exam includes speaking, listening, reading, and writing.
Even basic Portuguese dramatically improves daily life: interact with locals, navigate bureaucracy (SEF, Finanças), understand menus, make friends.
Portuguese people deeply appreciate when foreigners make an effort to learn their language. Opens social doors that stay closed for English-only speakers.
Portuguese fluency opens local job opportunities, freelance work with Portuguese clients, and makes you more valuable to international companies operating in Portugal.
While not required for D8 renewal, demonstrating Portuguese language progress shows integration effort and can strengthen residence permit applications.
Portuguese has simpler grammar than English (no do/does, regular conjugations). Pronunciation is tricky but learnable. A2 level achievable in 6-12 months with consistent practice.
Personalized curriculum tailored to your level, goals, and schedule. Maximum progress per hour.
Typical package: 2 hours/week × 4 weeks = $280-400/month
Learn with 3-6 other digital nomads at your level. Social, affordable, and still effective.
8-12 sessions per month (90 minutes each)
Accelerated learning for people with specific deadlines (citizenship exam, job requirement, etc.).
40-80 hours/month of intensive study
Focused prep for Portuguese citizenship A2 language exam. Covers all test sections with practice exams.
12-16 hours of 1-on-1 exam prep sessions
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All tutors are native speakers from Portugal (not Brazilian Portuguese, which has different pronunciation and vocabulary). Most are from Lisbon or Porto.
Tutors either have formal teaching qualifications (CELTA, TEFL adapted for Portuguese) or 3+ years teaching Portuguese to foreigners. We verify credentials.
All tutors speak English fluently (B2+ level minimum). This is critical for beginners who need grammar explanations in English.
We match you based on your goal: A2 exam prep tutors have helped students pass the official test, conversational tutors focus on speaking practice, business Portuguese tutors understand professional vocabulary.
We track student feedback and only keep tutors with 4.5+ star ratings. If you're not satisfied with your match, we'll find you a different tutor at no extra cost.
With 1-on-1 lessons + daily practice, you can reach A2 in 3-4 months. This requires serious commitment: lessons + homework + immersion.
Most students reach A2 in 6-9 months with 2 lessons/week + homework + casual practice. Realistic for working professionals.
One lesson/week with minimal practice. Progress is slower but still achievable if consistent over time.
A2 (Elementary) means you can:
This is the minimum required for Portuguese citizenship. It's achievable - you don't need to be fluent.
Medium difficulty. Grammar is simpler than English in some ways (no do/does, more regular verb conjugations), but pronunciation is challenging. Written Portuguese is easier to understand than spoken. With consistent practice, A2 level is very achievable in 6-12 months.
Apps are helpful for vocabulary and basic grammar, but not sufficient for A2 exam or real conversations. You need speaking practice with a tutor to develop pronunciation, listening comprehension, and conversational skills. Combine apps with lessons for best results.
For D8 visa holders in Portugal, learn European Portuguese. Pronunciation, vocabulary, and formality levels differ significantly from Brazilian Portuguese. The A2 citizenship exam tests European Portuguese specifically.
Start as soon as you move to Portugal. You can apply for citizenship after 5 years, and need A2 level to pass. If you start immediately and study consistently, you'll be well beyond A2 by year 5 - possibly B1 or B2, which helps with integration.
Yes. We offer one free tutor swap if you're not satisfied with your match after the first 2 lessons. If the second tutor also doesn't work, we'll refund unused lesson credits. Our goal is finding the right fit for your learning style.
No - we connect you with vetted Portuguese tutors from our network. We coordinate scheduling, payments, and ensure quality, but the actual teaching is done by qualified native speakers. We take a 15-20% coordination fee on lesson fees.
Most tutors allow pausing for up to 4 weeks (vacation, work travel, etc.) without losing your spot. For longer pauses, you may need to reschedule when you return. We help coordinate this with your tutor.
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