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News in Portugal
Portugal introduces new measures before Christmas
The government of António Costa has just announced the early implementation of some measures originally planned for the first week of January and other measures have been announced
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.
Portuguese minimum wage to rise to 705 euros in January
The Portuguese government today approved an increase in the country's minimum wage to 705 euros, with effect from January 1, 2022. The government also approved support for companies to carry out these increases, the executive told... Read More "Portuguese minimum wage to rise to 705 euros in January
Portugal is one of the most dangerous EU countries for foreign retirees
Portugal's regime for foreign pensioners, which allows a personal income tax (PIT) rate of 10 %, is one of the most damaging to tax competition in the European Union (EU), reveals a... Read More "Portugal is one of the most dangerous EU countries 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 elections for January 30, 2022.
Marcelo addresses the nation today at 8pm
issolution of Parliament and the date of early parliamentary elections, after hearing 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.
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 State Budget proposal for 2022 introduces 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 government budget 2022 in 10 points
The Portuguese economy should 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 for all students attending 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 biggest since 1993 and the highest in 10 years.
Costa invites young people to return to Portugal
António Costa during a visit to Vila Real as part of next month's mayoral elections. To invite young people to return to Portugal, stressing that they "are welcome" and will have "more support" if they return inland.
Growth in Portugal up 5% in 2021
The Minister of State, Economy and Digital Transition has indicated that Portugal could see economic growth of 5% 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. For more than a year now, we've had to make an appointment in advance to access the various public services in Portugal, which meant that some procedures took longer than others. Under the covid-19 decontamination plan approved by the Council of Ministers, access to the various state services will now be without appointment.
Authentication of documents in Portugal by videoconference
On July 22, 2021, the Council of Ministers approved a diploma that establishes the legal regime applicable to the performance, by videoconference, of authentic acts, terms of authentication of private acts and acknowledgments ("Diploma").
The support to companies in Portugal is maintained
Companies with billing losses equal to or greater than 25 % can continue to access recovery assistance until the end of the month in which pandemic-related activity restrictions apply.
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 new developments, with the entry into force of measures already announced. These include electricity, which will be more expensive for some households, changes to 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 finance department's computer system meant that values declared by Category B taxpayers with organized accounting were not taken into account, reports the [Jornal de Negócios].
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'll need to report it to the IRS, so the tax authorities can determine whether 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
Secretary of State for Tax Affairs António Mendonça Mendes said in an interview with Lusa that it is "expected" that IRS refunds will begin 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]).
Applying for commercial rental assistance
Applications for non-refundable assistance for commercial rents will open this Thursday, February 4, and payments should start reaching 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 , 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.
Portugal ready to finance a minimum wage increase
The government is considering the possibility of covering part of the increase in the minimum wage through the state budget. This measure, which involves covering part of the single social tax (ISU), corresponding to the increase in charges linked to the 30 euro increase in the national minimum wage, will be financed by the state budget.
Aveiro laboratory city for new technologies
Aveiro, also known as [Little Venice], is a city loved by tourists, but it's also home to a digital test park.
Budget 2021, what the Portuguese government plans
If the 2021 budget passes in state, next year could bring new social support, wage and pension increases, and relief from the IRS.
Self-employed in Portugal, how to start your business
You are about to start your new activity as an auto-entrepreneur in Portugal, however, before you can invoice your clients, there is a mandatory step that must be done in order to be in compliance with the law and the financial services.
Registering with the Portuguese social security system
One of the priorities when you settle in Portugal for tax purposes is to register with the Portuguese social security system. This operation must be carried out whether you are retired or active.
Self-employed, social security extends support
Social Security announced to open an extraordinary period for applications for support related to Covid -19 for self-employed and members of statutory bodies.
The principles of double taxation
International double taxation is one of the main obstacles to cross-border trade and investment, and to the free movement of people, goods, services and capital within the European Union.
Self-employed workers without social protection can apply for assistance
Self-employed workers in Portugal without social protection can now apply for support under the government's Covid-19 measures.
The government is preparing for a second wave
The Council of Ministers announced last Thursday that the whole of mainland Portugal would return to an emergency situation from September 15.
Portuguese government to launch StayAway
It's official: the Portuguese government will soon be launching its StayAway Covid application, designed to enable citizens to find out if there are any infected people around them.
The real estate market in Portugal takes 8%
The real estate market in Portugal enjoyed a first-half 2020 virtually unchanged from last year, despite the pandemic. Despite the covid-19 crisis, real estate activity remained virtually unchanged from the first half of 2019.
Self-employed contractor the quarterly declaration is to be made
Self-employed entrepreneurs, must proceed by the end of the month to their tax return related to the month of April, May and June of this year.
