Portugal Wins "Europe's Leading Destination 2020" Award

In Portugal, the annual income tax return for the 2024 tax year – IRS Modelo 3 – must be submitted between 1 April and 30 June 2025. Even though, you may request an extension of the filing deadline until 31 December of the same year by submitting Modelo 49 of the Portuguese Personal Income Tax system in certain circumstances.

A nova legislação veio transformar o regime das Autorizações de Residência para cidadãos da CPLP. Entre as principais mudanças, destaca-se a introdução de um cartão físico com validade de 2 anos, a necessidade de visto consular prévio, e o acesso à livre circulação no Espaço Schengen – algo até agora inacessível com este tipo de autorização.

Bought a new or recently renovated home in Portugal, only to find leaks, cracks, or other defects? You may be entitled to legal protection under Portuguese law, with warranty periods ranging from five to ten years. Learn how to identify defects, notify the responsible party, and take action. This article explains your rights and the steps to protect your investment.

A branch is not a separate legal entity. It operates as an extension of the parent company and is fully dependent on it, both legally and financially.

To maximise these benefits, property buyers should assess eligibility before purchasing a property, ensuring it meets the criteria for IMT exemption.

Acquiring Portuguese citizenship through marriage or a civil partnership with a Portuguese national may appear to be a straightforward legal process.

The D2 Visa allows non-EU, EEA, and Swiss nationals to legally start a business, invest, or engage in entrepreneurial activities in Portugal.

A “green lane” will be established to streamline the work visa process for foreign nationals being recruited by Portuguese companies.

The income earned in 2024 must be declared between 1 April and 30 June 2025 by submitting the IRS Model 3 declaration.