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Why Invest In Portugal
Your next home in Portugal
European Union Golden Visa
Portugal provides international investors with the opportunity to gain temporary resident status and a five-year expedited path to permanent residence via a “Golden Visa” since 2012. However, legislation about how to get the golden visa is currently being debated in Parliament, we will update you with the latest changes. Golden Visas already issued will be honored.
Financial incentives for investors
There are various advantages for foreign investors to invest in Portugal in addition to the aforementioned program. The non-habitual residency program offers investors a 10-year exemption on all international income and a flat 20% tax rate in Portugal.
European Union Visa for Entrepreneurs
Entrepreneurs can apply for a Startup Visa, which offers a residence and work visa, If they start a company that offers novel products and services and create jobs.
Taxes
Unless you spend 183 days or more a year in Portugal, you will only be taxed on your Portuguese income if you are a non-resident. Your net rental revenue is subject to a 15% flat tax rate in Portugal.
There are no property taxes in Portugal, however you must additionally pay a wealth tax of 0.7% if your property exceeds €600,000, or 1%, if your property is worth more than €1 million.
If you later sell the property, you will have to pay capital gains tax at a fixed rate of 28% on the proceeds of the sale as a non-Portuguese resident.
A peaceful country full of history
Portugal is a popular location for investment for many reasons other than just the pleasant climate and stunning beaches. The ancient Castelo dos Mouros in Lisbon, as well as palaces and gothic monasteries, are just a few of the historical sites that make this one of the oldest nations in Europe popular with travelers.
Safe place to invest and live
Portugal has a low crime rate and long-standing political stability, which contribute to the country’s current status as a tranquil and exciting place to live, as seen by its placement of 6 in the 2022 Global Peace Index.
Excellent place for vacation rentals
Portugal won the title of “Best Tourist Destination in Europe” at the renowned World Travel Awards 2022 for the fifth time in six years, while Lisbon and Porto received the honors of “Best City Break” and “Best City Destination,” respectively. In the Quality of Life Index, the nation came in at number twelve worldwide.