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Why Portugal Remains an Attractive Destination for Americans
Why Portugal Remains an Attractive Destination for Americans Despite Recent Tax Changes In recent years, Portugal has become an increasingly popular destination for American expatriates looking to enjoy the benefits of European living. From the stunning landscapes to...
New NHR tax regime: IFICI
The new NHR tax regime: Fiscal Incentive for Scientific Research and Innovation (IFICI) Program The new NHR tax regime (IFICI) is a tax regime designed for highly qualified professionals relocating to Portugal for both residence and employment purposes. ...
Tax Advantages for Americans in Portugal
Tax Advantages for Americans: Navigating the NHR Scheme Discover how American expats can benefit from Portugal's Non-Habitual Resident (NHR) scheme, a tax initiative designed to attract residents by offering reduced rates or exemptions on foreign-sourced...
The EU’s tax schemes are still available
The EU’s tax schemes are still available with Portugal’s regime expected to drastically change Article By Inês Marques Dias & Raquel de Matos Esteves for Uglobal "Portugal’s recent announcement that it was ending its non-habitual resident (NHR) tax...
Immigration
Retiring in Portugal: Visa Options and Processes
Retiring in Portugal: Visa Options and Processes Retiring in Portugal has become an increasingly attractive option for many foreigners looking to enjoy a peaceful, affordable, and culturally rich lifestyle. Portugal offers several visa options for retirees, each...
New Rules for Portuguese Citizenship: Simplifying the Path for Applicants
New Rules for Portuguese Citizenship Electronic Submission and New Citizenship Law Amendments On November 10th, 2023, a pivotal step was taken to modernize the Portuguese nationality process. With the publication of Ministerial Order No. 344/2023, the...
Overview of Portugal’s Golden Visa Program: Key Changes in 2024
Portugal’s Golden Visa Program has been a cornerstone for investors seeking residency in Portugal. However, recent reforms have introduced significant changes to the investment routes available within the program.
Golden Visa Eligible Investments
The options that will remain available as Golden Visa Eligible Investments are Funds, Job creation and specific investments/cultural activity
Real Estate
Property Purchase: what you need to know
Interest in Portugal real estate investment has been steadily increasing over recent years. Get to know more about the legal procedure, taxes and mortgages.
Amendments to the horizontal property regime
Law 8/2022, published on 10 January, amends the horizontal property regime, introducing relevant changes concerning future transactions on units.
Notarial acts performed by videoconference
Decree-Law 126/2021, published on 23 December 2021, which establishes the temporary legal regime applicable to videoconference acts