How taxes work in Portugal
A plain map of the taxes you pay living in Portugal, from income tax rates and special regimes to property, investment, and social security.
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Portugal's IRS Filing Season Opens Today with Expanded Automatic Returns — What You Need to Know
Portugal's annual tax filing season officially opened on April 1, giving residents three months to settle their accounts with the Tax Authority for the 2025 fiscal year. This year's campaign runs through June 30, and officials say a growing number...
IRS Automático Now Includes IRS Jovem Starting This Year—What Young Workers Need to Know
Portugal's automatic tax filing system now covers the IRS Jovem benefit for workers under 35, simplifying the process for thousands of young taxpayers ahead of the April 1 filing deadline.
IRS 2026: March 16-31 Is Your Last Chance to Check Tax Deductions—Here's What Expats Need to Know
If you filed Portuguese taxes last year, the clock is ticking. Between March 16 and 31, 2026, you must review your e-Fatura deductions for 2025 income—or risk losing money. This is the official window to verify health, education, housing, and...
Portugal's IRS Reform 2026: Lower Rates, New Brackets, What Changes for Residents and Expats
Portugal's State Budget 2026 cut income tax rates across all brackets and adjusted the structure for lower earners. Here's what changed and whether you'll pay less.