How might the global lockdown affect your tax residency?
With coronavirus quarantine measures and travel restrictions across the world, the ability to move freely between countries has been greatly reduced. While some people have been able to choose where
Should you emigrate to Portugal from South Africa?
Despite all the positive noise coming from the government in the wake of the most recent South African budget, there are legitimate fears, voiced by NKC African Economics Senior Political
The lessons Portugal could learn from Singapore in the fight against corruption
A few years back, I was travelling on a long bus ride through northern Vietnam when, just before reaching our destination, the driver pulled over, got out and, during a
Preparing your finances for the unexpected
We can all agree that these are highly unusual times. A year ago, no-one would have predicted the state of disorder that people, governments, businesses and markets find themselves in
IRS 2019 – Taxation of Income nº 8: Pensions (Category H)
Income is reported in different categories: A) Salaries, B) Sole Traders, E) Capital, F) Property, G) Capital Gains and H) Pensions and is taxable in Portugal regardless of its origin.
Why taking stock now could prove rewarding in the long term
A few years ago, I attended an investment conference at which a fund manager outlined the investment opportunities thrown up by the global financial crisis of 2008. He said it
Portugal’s non-habitual resident regime still offers tax appeal
Despite upcoming reform, Britons moving to Portugal can still enjoy 10 years of tax benefits under the special NHR scheme. Many people move to the Algarve for a lifestyle change
Golden, Green or D7? What’s your visa of choice as a South African expat?
Over the past few years, South African citizens have become increasingly attracted to life in Portugal. A favourable investment and residency environment, the Mediterranean climate, Schengen area membership, political stability,
IRS 2019 – Taxation of Income nº7: Capital Gains – Investment Portfolios (Category G)
Income is reported in different categories: A) Salaries, B) Sole Traders, E) Capital, F) Property, G) Capital Gains and H) Pensions and is taxable in Portugal regardless of its origin.
What can UK expatriates in Portugal expect from Brexit?
What do you need to know to secure residence benefits, currency flexibility and avoid higher taxation on UK assets and pensions when Brexit takes full effect? At last we have