Family support moved up a week
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2021
Portugal introduces new measures before Christmas
The government of AntĂłnio Costa has just announced the early implementation of some measures originally planned for the first week of January and other measures have been announcedÂ
Telework: New rules kick in on eve of lockdown week
In accordance with the December 1 directive, the new rules go into effect on January 1, 2022, just one day before the mandatory containment week, during which telecommuting is mandatory.Â
Portuguese minimum wage to rise to 705 euros in January
The Portuguese government approved today the increase of the Portuguese minimum wage to 705 euros and this from January 1, 2022. As well as the support to the companies for these increases, the executive indicated to... Read More "Portuguese minimum wage to rise to 705 euros in January
Portugal is one of the most dangerous countries in the EU for foreign retirees
Portugal's foreign retiree regime, allowing a personal income tax (PIT) rate of 10 %, is one of the most damaging to tax competition in the European Union (EU), a study reveals. Read More "Portugal is one of the most dangerous countries in the EU for foreign retirees
The President of the Portuguese Republic dissolves the Parliament
A week and a day after the rejection of the 2022 budget, the President of the Portuguese Republic decided to dissolve the Assembly of the Republic and call for elections for January 30, 2022.Â
Marcelo addresses the country today at 20:00
issolution of Parliament and the date of early parliamentary elections, after hearing from the parties and the Council of State.
Portugal's 2022 state budget rejected by opposition
It is a real blow that the government is going through at the moment. Indeed yesterday the state budget 2022 was rejected by the opposition and therefore not voted. The consequences of its heavy and forces the President of the Republic to dissolve the government.Â
Transfer of school records in Portugal, how it works
As a general rule, requests to transfer school records to Portugal can only be made after September 12. Initially, the request must be made electronically, on the portal... Read More "Transfer of school records in Portugal, how it works
OE2022, IRS reform for youth
The 2022 state budget proposal makes several reforms to the IRS for young people (IRS Jovem), providing that it will be granted automatically, that it will cover income from self-employment and that it will be applied for five years instead of the three years initially planned when the measure was launched.
Portuguese state budget 2022 in 10 points
The Portuguese economy is expected to return to pre-pandemic wealth in 2022, with an expansion of 5.5 % helping to reduce the budget deficit to 3.2 % of GDP and the public debt ratio to 122.8 %.
School insurance in Portugal
School insurance in Portugal is free of charge for all students who attend the compulsory school system. In the event of a school accident, it offers protection and support in addition to that provided by the national system... Read More "School insurance in Portugal
The price of student accommodation in Portugal is rising
The covid-19 period saw a flagrant decrease in the price of student housing, allowing Portuguese students, but also foreign students to find easy and cheap housing. Unfortunately for students in Portugal, the price of accommodation has returned to its pre-pandemic level.
Portugal's minimum wage should reach 705 euros
If this information is confirmed, the nominal increase in the Portuguese minimum wage would be the largest since 1993 and the highest in 10 years.
Costa invites young people to return to Portugal
AntĂłnio Costa during a trip to Vila Real in the context of the elections for mayors that will take place next month. To invite the young people to return to Portugal emphasizing that they "are welcome" and that they will have "more support" if they return to the land in Portugal.
Growth in Portugal up 5% in 2021
The Minister of State, Economy and Digital Transition said that Portugal could see 5% economic growth by the end of the year, following strong third quarter results.
The price of medical consultations changes in Portugal
The new price lists of medical consultations change in Portugal (conventional regime ADSE), which define the price to be paid by the health subsystem and beneficiaries to conventional providers come into force today.
End of appointments in public services in Portugal
It's about time, since more than 1 year we had to make an appointment to access the different public services in Portugal, which had as a consequence to lengthen some steps. According to the decontamination plan covid-19 approved by the Council of Ministers the access to the different state services will be without appointment from today.
Authentication of acts in Portugal by videoconference
On July 22, 2021, the Council of Ministers approved a diploma that establishes the legal regime applicable to the realization, by videoconference, of authentic acts, terms of authentication of private acts and recognitions ("Diploma").
The support to companies in Portugal is maintained
Businesses with billing losses equal to or greater than 25 % may continue to access recovery assistance until the end of the month in which there are pandemic-related business restrictions.
Taxation of influencers in Portugal
The development of technologies and social networks in a modern world has given rise to new business models, which escape clear and direct tax regulation. We refer to influencers.
Portugal's interior is depopulating
The figures leave no room for doubt, even after a second reading. It is a sad truth, Portugal is cut in two, on one side in the overpopulated coastal cities and on the other side the interior of the country which is depopulating.
VAT, electricity, tolls in Portugal
The beginning of July brings several novelties with the entry into force of measures already announced. This is the case of electricity, which will be more expensive for some households, changes in VAT on e-commerce and the ban on single-use plastics.
End of mandatory telework in Portugal
Telework is no longer compulsory as of today, but is still recommended in Portugal. Four municipalities with an incidence rate above the limits defined by the Government are required to maintain it.
A bug in the computer system of the financial services concerning the IRS
A bug in the computer system of the Finance Department meant that the values declared by category B taxpayers with organized accounting were not taken into account, reports the [Jornal de NegĂłcios].
How to close your business in Portugal
IF starting a business in Portugal or in any other country is a relatively easy decision to make. Closing a business in Portugal is a difficult decision and requires the completion of a few steps.
How to apply for an SNS User ID
A few months ago, we explained how to get a social security number in Portugal. Today we are going to explain you how to get a user number in SNS.
How to declare the sale of your house in Portugal
If you sold a home in 2020, you will need to report it to the IRS so that the tax authorities can determine if your [capital gain is taxable].
Cryptocurrency in Portugal
More and more of you are interested in the taxation of cryptocurrency in Portugal. Portugal, which has been experiencing a boom in tourism for years, but also of foreign people coming to settle there fiscally to benefit from the status of non-habitual resident (RNH).
IRS refunds to be faster in 2021
The Secretary of State for Tax Affairs, António Mendonça Mendes, said in an interview with Lusa that it is "expected" that the IRS refunds will start to be processed earlier this year.
People who received the Lay-off will have to report it to the IRS
Employees who have been laid off for at least 30 days have received the Lay-off during the lay-off period. They will now have to include it in their annual IRS return.
IRS 2021, remember to validate your invoices
The IRS declaration for people receiving income on Portuguese soil is coming. For this purpose you have until February 25 to validate your invoices in order to benefit from the related tax advantages.
Average wage in Portugal up 3.3%
In 2020, gross monthly earnings per worker rose by 2.9 % to 1,314 euros, according to data published Thursday by the National Statistics Institute ([INE]).
Applications for commercial rental assistance
Applications for non-refundable commercial rental assistance will begin this Thursday, February 4, with payments expected to begin flowing to businesses in the second half of February.
Portugal has no money to pay business aid
At the time of the government's announcement of the containment measures, the Minister of the Economy announced that various measures were being put in place to support companies that would have to close as a result of the containment, except that the state coffers are empty.
Portugal confined, business aid available
Portugal has just been confined for a minimum of 15 days. This will enable the government to monitor the progress of the pandemic and adapt containment measures.
Regressar program, extended to 2023
The regressar program, which aims to bring back to Portugal. People who have ,ïżŒ just been extended.
What changes in Portugal in 2021
The State Budget for 2021 (OE2021) introduces 18 changes from January 1, 2021, ranging from minimum wage increases and pension cuts to the creation of new social assistance and a reduction in VAT on electricity. Let's take a look at what's changing in Portugal in 2021.