{"id":36,"date":"2024-04-30T10:42:29","date_gmt":"2024-04-30T13:42:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/phadvogados.pt\/?post_type=servico&#038;p=36"},"modified":"2025-03-31T20:13:48","modified_gmt":"2025-03-31T19:13:48","slug":"golden-visa-e-regime-fiscal-para-novos-residentes-em-portugal","status":"publish","type":"servico","link":"https:\/\/phadvogados.pt\/en\/servico\/golden-visa-and-tax-regime-for-new-residents-in-portugal\/","title":{"rendered":"Golden Visa and Tax Regime for New Residents in Portugal"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Our law firm offers a comprehensive and personalized service for international investors interested in the program <\/span><b>Golden Visa<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in Portugal. With a team specialized in Immigration Law, Tax Law, Corporate Law, and Real Estate Law, we are prepared to guide each client in choosing the best investment options.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><b>What is the Golden Visa?<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The <\/span><b>Golden Visa<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is a residence authorization program for citizens outside the European Union who make qualified investments in Portugal. This program allows for obtaining a residence permit and, eventually, Portuguese nationality.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><\/h3>\n<h3><b>Golden Visa Benefits<\/b><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Residency in Portugal<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2013 Right to live and work in the country, extending this benefit to direct family members;<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Free movement within the Schengen Area<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2013 Possibility to travel without the need for an additional visa;<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Path to citizenship<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2013 After five years, upon meeting the legal requirements, it is possible to apply for Portuguese nationality;<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Access to a secure and attractive economic environment<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2013 Portugal offers a stable environment for investment and business.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><b>Eligible Investment Options<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Golden Visa program includes several investment options, including:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Investment in Venture Capital Funds<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2013 Minimum application of \u20ac500,000 in investment funds directed towards the development of small and medium-sized Portuguese businesses;<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Support for Scientific and Technological Research<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2013 Transfer of capital of at least \u20ac500,000 to public or private research institutions;<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Preservation of Cultural Heritage<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2013 Minimum contribution of \u20ac250,000 for projects focused on the conservation and enhancement of national cultural heritage;<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Job Creation<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2013 Creation of at least 10 permanent jobs.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><b>Personalized Support for Your Investment<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Our team supports every step of the process, ensuring that your investment choice is secure and advantageous. Our commitment is to provide a hassle-free experience, ensuring that all decisions are made with complete confidence.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><b>Tax Regime for New Residents<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The previous <\/span><b>Non-Habitual Resident (NHR) Regime<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> was revoked on January 1, 2024. However, a new one was introduced. <\/span><b>Tax Incentive for the Attraction of Initiatives (IFICI+)<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, also known as <\/span><b>Incentivised Tax Status Program (ITS)<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, which offers specific tax benefits for highly qualified professionals.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>What is the Incentivised Tax Status Program (ITS)?<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The ITS replaces the NHR and is aimed at attracting talent and innovation to Portugal, granting tax advantages to professionals in strategic areas.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>Benefits of the ITS<\/b><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>A fixed rate of 20% on income from certain professional activities<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, including self-employed workers;<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Tax exemption on most income earned abroad<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, except pensions;<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>50% exemption on tax for professional income for five years<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, up to a maximum of \u20ac250,000;<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Exemption from property tax<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for assets located outside of Portugal.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><\/h2>\n<h2><b>How We Can Help<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Our team of specialists offers personalized support for those who wish to benefit from the <\/span><b>Golden Visa<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or from <\/span><b>Tax Regime for New Residents<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in Portugal. Our services include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Complete Legal Advisory<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2013 Guidance through all stages of the process;<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Tax and Structural Planning<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2013 Strategies for optimizing tax benefits and ensuring compliance with legal requirements;<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Investment Management<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2013 Identification and execution of the best investment options;<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Family Reunification Processes<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2013 Assistance in extending benefits to direct family members.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><\/h3>\n<h3><b>Get in Touch with Us<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you are considering investing in Portugal and benefiting from <\/span><b>Golden Visa<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or from <\/span><b>Tax Regime for New Residents<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">we invite you to schedule a consultation with us. We are available to answer all your questions and help you take the first steps towards a new opportunity for residency and investment.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><b>Our Team<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Led by Dr. Helena Castro, our legal team is ready to advise you on how and which institutions to contact in order to invest safely in Portugal.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><br style=\"font-weight: 400;\" \/><br style=\"font-weight: 400;\" \/><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>A nossa sociedade de advogados oferece um servi\u00e7o completo e personalizado para investidores internacionais interessados no programa Golden Visa em Portugal. Com uma equipa especializada em Direito da Imigra\u00e7\u00e3o, Direito Fiscal, Direito Societ\u00e1rio e Direito Imobili\u00e1rio, estamos preparados para orientar cada cliente na escolha das melhores op\u00e7\u00f5es de investimento. O que \u00e9 o Golden Visa? 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