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What is the Best Place to Live in Portugal in 2022? Our Recommendation
The best place to live in Portugal is the Autonomous Region of Madeira (Madeira and Porto Santo islands). Do you ever ponder what life is like in Madeira? Let’s begin at the beginning: World Travel Awards has named Madeira Island, Portugal, the “World’s Leading Island...
Is Portugal Tax Free? Learn how to live tax free in Portugal with NHR
Is Portugal tax-free? Does the NHR scheme exempt one from paying taxes in Portugal? The NHR is the unique personal income tax system applied to the foreign income of natural persons in Portugal. This program is developed specifically for those who aspire to relocate...
Aggressive Tax Planning
Although tax planning can be legitimate under Portuguese law, the distinction between legitimate and illegitimate tax planning is blurred and depends on the interpretation and/or discretion of the tax administration. As a legitimate action, tax planning is the...
Accountant in Madeira: Top 4 Reasons for Having one
If one is considering settling in Madeira Island, or already settling as a resident, then one must hire an accountant in Madeira. Did you know that you might be liable to tax reporting obligations and potentially tax patients as a legal resident? 1. Obtaining tax...
5 Things you Need to Know About Portugal Non-Habitual Resident Tax
Portugal, and the Autonomous Region of Madeira, are popular destinations among expats due to the Non-Habitual Resident Tax scheme. Access to the 10-year tax holiday entails fulfilling certain requirements from an immigration and income structure standpoint. 1. You...
Avoid Capital-Gains Tax in Portugal
When selling real estate property in Portugal, including Madeira Island, it is possible to avoid capital gains tax, provided some conditions are met. The most common route to avoid capital-gains tax Gains arising from the transfer of real estate destined for the...
Ultimate Guide on How to Move to Madeira
How to move to Madeira (Portugal), the Pearl of the Atlantic? In this blog article, you will find the main steps you will need to take to ensure a smooth transition into island life. Below, we have compiled a list curated by our professionals for you to use as a...
What are the Property Taxes in Portugal?
In Portugal (including the Autonomous Region of Madeira), there are several expenditures associated with purchasing a real estate property, such as lawyer, notary and administrative fees; additionally, one will also face property taxes in Portugal, namely: municipal...
Do Expats Pay Taxes in Portugal? Learn Why you Should Care!
Do Expats Pay Taxes in Portugal? This is a question many expats moving to the country ask themselves and their tax advisors when relocating to the country or its Autonomous Region of Madeira. The answer to the question "Do Expats Pay Taxes in Portugal?", couldn't be...