Portugal Taxes 2026: Complete Guide for Expats and Residents
Everything you need to know about Portuguese taxes — income tax brackets, property taxes, VAT, capital gains, and self-employment.
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Tax policy, fiscal changes, and financial planning for residents of Portugal.
Socialist Party Proposes Full Capital Gains Tax Exemption for Primary Residence Sales—But Only for Residents
José Luís Carneiro, secretary-general of Portugal's Socialist Party (PS), used his closing speech at the party's 25th national congress on Sunday to propose a sweeping change to capital gains tax policy: full exemption on profits from the sale of a...
Spain Slashes Fuel and Energy Taxes in Crisis Package: What It Means for Portugal
Spain has unveiled an emergency economic relief package that slashes VAT on fuel from 21 per cent to 10 per cent and eliminates extra taxes on electricity and gas, a dramatic intervention that highlights the growing divergence in how Iberian...
ECB Holds Interest Rates Steady but Warns Inflation Risks Could Force Further Hikes
The European Central Bank held its benchmark interest rates unchanged on Thursday but delivered a notably hawkish message, warning that persistent inflationary pressures driven by the Middle East energy crisis could force policymakers to consider...
Tax Scam Alert: Fake Emails and SMS Messages Target Portuguese Taxpayers During IRS Season
Portugal's Tax and Customs Authority (AT) has issued an urgent warning about fraudulent email and SMS campaigns targeting taxpayers during the current IRS filing period. The scams impersonate official tax communications, demanding payments for...
Portugal's Tax-Free Shopping Threshold Debate: Should the €61.50 Limit Be Raised?
A quiet debate is brewing in Portuguese retail circles: should the country raise its tax-free shopping threshold for tourists? Currently set at €61.50 per purchase, Portugal's minimum is one of the lowest in Europe—and retailers argue it's costing...
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...