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Portugal's Returning Nationals - Challenges and Opportunities
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Portugal offers a unique incentive to encourage talented professionals to return home — but it’s not widely known outside the tax and legal community.
The Opportunity:
If you’ve been living abroad and decide to re-establish tax residency in Portugal, you may qualify for a 50% income tax deduction for five years.
How It Works:
- 🕒 Eligibility: You must have been a non-resident for at least three of the previous five years.
- 💼 Qualifying Income: Applies to employment (Category A) or self-employment (Category B) income earned from work performed in Portugal.
- 🧠 Type of Role: Must contribute to Portugal’s technical, scientific, artistic, or professional development — but in practice, this is interpreted broadly.
- 💶 Deduction Cap: The total deduction is limited to €250,000 over the five-year period.
The Takeaway:
This incentive can create meaningful tax savings for skilled professionals returning to Portugal — but understanding the qualification rules and timing your move correctly is key.
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