Crossing EU borders: the Exit/Entry System (EES) and British expatriates
By tracking everyone who enters and leaves the Schengen area, the system will flag anyone who overstays the 90-day limit, misuses visa-free travel or uses fake identities. Tax authorities will
US investors flock to Portugal’s stable market
Recent studies and house price statistics, both private and public, from Portugal and Brussels have noted that Portugal’s real estate sector has consistently beaten records regarding house price increases over
Portugal Digital Summit 2025: Reinventing business in the age of AI
An AI app dedicated to professional networking was one of many innovations unveiled at this year’s Portugal Digital Summit 2025 – the largest digital economy event of its kind in
NHR 2.0 – is it right for you?
However, the original NHR programme officially closed in early 2024. In its place, Portugal introduced what is commonly known as ‘NHR 2.0’, although its formal title is the Tax Incentive
Indirect taxes in Portugal hit five-year high
What Portugal’s government is giving in tax cuts for companies and families in one hand, it is taking in indirect taxes with the other, as tax revenues from VAT and
Family reunification in the amendments to the Immigration Law
In June 2025, the current government presented three legislative proposals regarding the entry of foreign nationals into Portugal: one amending the Nationality Law, increasing the minimum residence periods; another revising
Taxing times ahead? Seven areas the Chancellor may target in the UK Budget
While the 2024 budget already targeted inheritance tax, further reforms could be implemented, particularly to gifts. The Chancellor could opt to reduce or remove the current gift reliefs. She could
Algarve economy “needs to diversify to grow”
The Algarve is a world-famous tourist destination, recognised across the globe for its pristine beaches, year-round sunshine and delicious food. But for the region to truly thrive, economy experts agree
Is it time to consider downsizing your home?
Larger homes offer ample space for visiting family and friends, but, as the years go by, if you find your property begins to feel too large or demanding to maintain,
Business confederation pushes for bigger tax breaks for SMEs
Portugal’s Confederation of Commerce and Services (CCP) has called on the government to go further in its plans to cut company taxes, proposing a 15% corporate income tax rate for