Are there English-speaking personal assistants in Lisbon?

Yes, and more do as the expat community grows. The hard part is knowing who is reliable before you book, so every one we list is reviewed by other expats who have actually used them.

What should I check before hiring personal assistants in Lisbon?

Read recent reviews, be clear about exactly what you need, and agree the scope and an estimate in writing before any work starts. For anything regulated, check they hold the right credentials for the job.

What is the most important thing to know before booking?

Be clear about what you want and get the price and scope agreed up front, so there are no surprises. Reading other expats' reviews is the quickest way to find someone who does the job well and communicates clearly.

What should I avoid when hiring personal assistants in Lisbon?

Avoid paying the full amount up front (a deposit can be fair), anyone who will not give a clear quote, and unusually cheap prices that get padded with extras later.

How do I explain what I need if my Portuguese is limited?

A photo, a short video or a written list does most of the talking, and the professionals we list are used to international clients. Booking an English-speaking one takes the stress out of it entirely.

How do you say personal assistants in Portuguese?

In Portuguese, personal assistants are usually called assistentes pessoais. That is the word to search for or to ask a neighbour, though many professionals here are used to the English term too.

How do I find personal assistants I can trust in Lisbon?

Check the reviews and any credentials before you book. On Locallista the reviews are phone-verified and the ranking is based on real expat experience, not who paid the most.

English-Speaking Personal assistants in Lisbon

Updated September 2026

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Reviewed by Lau, Community Manager

Covering Lisbon and nearby areas

Lisbon
Cascais
Estoril
Oeiras
Ericeira
Sintra

Latest reviews for personal assistants in Lisbon

Real, phone-verified reviews from the expat community.

8.5

Anonymous

Lisbon, Sep 2026

Kassy has been doing lots of things for me, personal shopping, dealing with utilities and administrative stuff like changing the name on bills, getting my SNS registered, and handling other official documents I need. She also coordinates deliveries, orders from IKEA, and sets things up in the house. At this point she is basically managing the house and a lot of my personal life, and the communication has been really good. The price feels fair, and overall I have had a good experience.

Moses

Lisbon, Sep 2026

Filipa was awesome! I hired her to cover for me at my condo meeting while I was away on holiday. She handled everything perfectly and gave me total peace of mind. Super professional and easy to work with, highly recommend!

Danielle

Review of Sofia, Sep 2026

Sofia helped us make the transition from living in the US to moving to Portugal, and she made things a lot easier for us. She got our utilities connected in our names, helped set up our mobile phones, did shopping for mattresses, pillows, and basic household supplies, and had everything ready when we arrived from the airport, even arranging a driver with a van for us and all our luggage. She has also helped us navigate local government offices and get our utente numbers, fiscal numbers, and bank accounts set up. We have worked with her in the last couple of months and are using her again because the experience has been really good.

How much do personal assistants cost in Lisbon?

Real price ranges from the jobs our vetted personal assistants actually do. Prices updated August 2026

Personal assistant for appointments and bookings

Also covers: Virtual and executive assistant

How much does a personal assistant cost in Lisbon?

A personal assistant in Lisbon is usually a monthly retainer of €50 to €1,200, averaging near €250, with ad-hoc hours €10 to €25.

Monthly retainer: €50 to €1,200
Average retainer: around €250

Waiting in for deliveries and trades

Also covers: Personal assistant for errands and shopping, Accompanying to appointments, Setting up utilities

How much does waiting in for a delivery cost in Lisbon?

Billed by the hour, and the cheapest thing on this list to outsource.

Per hour: €10 to €25

Personal assistant for travel arrangements

Also covers: Household management, Personal assistant for bill payments, Personal assistant for email and correspondence, Personal assistant for scheduling and diary

How much does travel planning cost in Lisbon?

Part of a retainer; a travel agent is a different service with a different fee.

Monthly retainer: €50 to €1,200

Personal assistant for paperwork and filing

How much does paperwork help cost in Lisbon?

Hourly for a one-off backlog, retainer if it keeps arriving.

Per hour: €10 to €25
Monthly retainer: €50 to €1,200

Help with local admin

How much does local admin help cost in Lisbon?

Overlaps with bureaucratic services, where hourly rates run €5 to €45.

Per hour: €5 to €45

Home setup for new arrivals

How much does home setup cost in Lisbon?

Sold as a package rather than by the hour.

Package: quoted by scope
Monthly retainer: €50 to €1,200

Translation and interpreting

How much does an interpreter cost in Lisbon?

Charged by the hour, and a certified translator is a separate, pricier service.

Per hour: €20 to €45

Frequently Asked Questions

What expats want to know before hiring personal assistants in Lisbon.