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21 July, 2025
How Foreigners Can Purchase Residential or Commercial Property in Portugal
Buying residential and commercial real estate in Portugal requires distinct approaches: legal requirements, documentation, and taxes differ depending on the property type. This guide outlines how to prepare for a purchase, navigate the key steps, and ensure your transaction is secure and transparent.
15 July, 2025
What You Need to Know About Dealing with Portuguese Immigration Authorities
Once your visa is approved, and you've made the move, it might seem like the hardest part is behind you. But in reality, this is when interaction with the Portuguese immigration system truly begins.
15 July, 2025
Temporary Protection in Portugal for Ukrainians: Rules and Opportunities
Since the beginning of the full-scale war in Ukraine in 2022, Portugal became one of the first countries to introduce a temporary protection program for those forced to flee danger. The program remains active, allowing Ukrainians to live legally in Portugal, work, and access healthcare and social services.
06 May, 2025
IFICI tax regime in Portugal: a new chance for talent in science, technology and innovation
Portugal has been confidently ranked among the countries actively attracting qualified specialists in the field of science, technology and innovation for several years. Since 2024, the country has a new tax regime — IFICI (Incentivo Fiscal à Investigação Científica e Inovação).
04 April, 2025
IUC Payment in Portugal: Who, When, and How Much to Pay for different Transport
What is IUC?
IUC (Imposto Único de Circulação) is an annual vehicle tax in Portugal, which all owners of registered cars and motorcycles are obliged to pay.
22 January, 2025
Licensed activities in Portugal
Licensing is a necessary process for those planning to do business in certain industries, and it is important to know how to go about it. In this article we will look at what types of business in Portugal require licences, what you need for this, how to get everything right and avoid mistakes.
22 January, 2025
How can a foreigner buy residential and commercial real estate in Portugal
Buying residential and commercial property requires a different approach: legal regulations, documents, and taxes are different for each type. In this article we will consider how to prepare for the purchase, what stages should be passed and what to consider in order to make the purchase in Portugal smooth and safe.
22 January, 2025
Overview: Types of activities, registration, and taxation of individual entrepreneur in Portugal
In Portugal, the registration of individual entrepreneurs is essential for the development of small and medium-sized businesses. Choosing the right economic activity code (CAE) and taxation system (CIRS) determines how your business will be regulated and what tax rates will apply to you.
22 January, 2025
Setting Up a Business in Portugal: Basic Steps
Starting a business in another country requires attention to detail and preparation. Because of Portugal's strategic location and access to European markets, it is increasingly attractive to entrepreneurs in 2024.
10 December, 2024
How a foreigner can buy land in Portugal: what should be considered
Buying land in Portugal is not just a step, but an exciting start to new opportunities: a cozy home in a beautiful location or a successful business. But it's important to consider the details, especially if you're not a resident.