Portugal offers a clear path to EU citizenship after 10 years of legal residency (changed from 5 years in May 2026). The IFICI tax regime (replacing NHR in 2024) provides favorable rates for qualifying professionals, and multiple visa options cater to retirees, remote workers, and tech professionals alike.
10.3M
Population
Lisbon
Capital
Portuguese
Language
EUR (Euro)
Currency
GMT/+1
Timezone
10 years
Path to EU Citizenship
20%
IFICI Flat Tax Rate
2-4 months
Visa Processing
Portugal provides pathways for retirees, remote workers, tech professionals, and those seeking EU residency through qualifying fund contributions.
EUR 760/mo passive income
Processing: 2-4 months
4x Portugal's minimum wage income
Processing: 2-3 months
Job offer from certified company
Processing: 2-4 months
EUR 500,000 fund contribution
Processing: 4-6 months
Incentive for Scientific Research and Innovation (replaced NHR in 2024)
Portugal’s IFICI regime (replacing the NHR in January 2024) offers a flat 20% tax rate on Portuguese-sourced income from qualifying professional activities, with potential exemptions on certain categories of foreign-sourced income for up to 10 years. Applicants must not have been Portuguese tax residents in the previous 5 years. The qualifying activities and rules differ from the original NHR. Our team coordinates with vetted local tax professionals to help you determine eligibility.
Talk to our team about the best visa type for your situation.
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