Setting up your company in Portugal

A quick and easy procedure

Why choose Portugal to set up your company?

Why open your business in Porto

Setting up your company in Portugal offers many strategic advantages. With its favorable economic climate, skilled workforce and attractive tax system, Portugal is an ideal destination. Its innovation ecosystem and investment opportunities make it an environment conducive to growth. Opening a company under Portuguese law opens up promising prospects for your business.

We know how crucial it is to make informed decisions when setting up a business. That's why our pack Business Premier PT offers a detailed and transparent estimate of associated costs, including registration fees, professional fees and much more. No more guesswork or unpleasant surprises. You'll have a clear and complete picture of what to expect.

But that's not all! When you contact us, you gain access to a team of dedicated experts, ready to answer all your questions and guide you through the process of setting up your business. We're here to help you choose the type of legal entity best suited to your project, understand the specific legal requirements, and take advantage of the country's attractive tax benefits.

Don't wait any longer to take action! Contact us today and find out how we can support you in your entrepreneurial adventure. Simplify your procedures, benefit from precise, personalized information, and give life to your company in a business-friendly environment. Your success starts here, with our support every step of the way!

Corporate taxation

What are the advantages

Opening a business in Portugal offers an attractive tax rate, rapid start-up and direct access to international markets.

Income tax if you make less than €50,000 profit

17%

Income tax on profits over €50,000

21%

VAT

23%

Dividend tax

28%

Our turnkey package

Your business in 3 weeks: Fast, Simple, Reliable

Our formula guarantees you a business start-up fast, simple and high-quality. Thanks to our expertise, we can offer you a turnkey, efficient and transparent service, so that you can start your business with complete peace of mind.

Please note that this service is exclusively reserved for individuals. For all requests to set up a company on behalf of legal entities, please contact us at e-mail. We will be happy to answer your request as soon as possible.

2,300.00 INCL. VAT*

Premier PT Business Pack

Turnkey remote service

Constitution in 3 weeks
NIF request for the manager
Customized trade name
Personalized social object
Incorporation and registration procedure
Domiciliation service
Bank account
A French-speaking contact
Optional additional services

*Prices for setting up a one-person company. Our fees include VAT, as well as commercial register and notary fees.

** National bank account reserved for companies with a minimum of 2 shareholders. For companies with one partner, open an online account.

Offer reserved for residents of the European Union

1,700.00 INCL. VAT*

Starter Pack

Turnkey remote service

Constitution in 1 to 2 weeks
Pre-approved** trade name
Incorporation and registration procedure
Bank account
A French-speaking contact
Optional additional services

*Prices for setting up a one-person company. Our fees include VAT, as well as commercial register and notary fees.

**It is possible to register your own trade name. The cost of this optional procedure is €300.00, including registration fees.

*** National bank account reserved for companies with a minimum of 2 shareholders. For companies with one partner, online account opening.

Why choose Portugal vs. the UK?

Comparative tax, administrative and commercial advantages for setting up your company

Portugal

England

Income tax

If sales under €50,000.00: 17% / If sales over €50,001.00: 21%

Social burden

For the employee: 11% / For the company: 34%. For employees above the minimum wage (€820.00 gross), the employer must pay the employee's income tax.

Legal VAT rate: 23%

Quarterly VAT return, principle of input and output VAT

Dividends

Taxes on dividends: 28 %

Other

Bureaucracy and administration similar to France or Belgium or Spain. - Minimum capital requirement 500.00 euros - 15 days to declare the start of business after the KBIS extract has been issued by the commercial register (accountant's work). - Company based in Europe and governed by European laws and decrees (which can be an advantage) - Time required to set up a company under Portuguese law: approx. 3 weeks - Crypto-friendly country

Income tax

20% whatever the bénéﬁce, can be further reduced to around 5% by proﬁtant of the Agency Agreement Law, which allows between 80 and 90% to be remitted to an Offshore parent company.

Social burden

In the UK, below £702 per month, neither the employee nor the employer is liable for contributions. Above £702, employer contributions amount to 13,80%. With regard to employee contributions, the current rate is 12% for salaries between £702 and £3,863 per month. For wages over £3,863, the 12% is replaced by 2%.

Legal VAT rate: 20%

Monthly / quarterly / half-yearly or annual VAT return Principle of input and output VAT

Dividends

Taxes on dividends: 0 %

Other

- No capital requirement - Solutions for ﬁscale optimization (in combination with offshore companies or non-dom statuses, for example) while benefiting from the image of Great Britain, which is not categorized as a ﬁscal paradise - Ultra-simplified accounting - The ﬂexibility and deductibility rules for business expenses - Time required to open an English company: approx. 48 hours - Possibility of providing a pre-incorporated company (on quotation and according to arrangement)

Expansion opportunities in the UK

Are you thinking of diversifying or expanding your business internationally? After exploring the advantages of incorporating a Portuguese company, find out why England could also be a strategic choice for your business. We offer a comprehensive service to help you set up your company in the UK, a dynamic and attractive market.

Setting up your company in Portugal

A quick and easy procedure

Why choose Portugal to set up your company?

Why open your business in Porto

Corporate taxation

What are the advantages

Our turnkey package

Your business in 3 weeks: Fast, Simple, Reliable

2,300.00 INCL. VAT*

Premier PT Business Pack

1,700.00 INCL. VAT*

Starter Pack

Why choose Portugal vs. the UK?

Portugal

England

Income tax

Social burden

Legal VAT rate: 23%

Dividends

Other

Income tax

Social burden

Legal VAT rate: 20%

Dividends

Other

Expansion opportunities in the UK

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Customer service

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