Portugal Tax Regime 2025: NHR Is Gone. Here’s What Replaced It

Portugal tax regime 2025 planning has changed significantly. The original Non-Habitual Resident regime, known as NHR, closed to new applicants at the end of 2023, and IFICI is now the main route for qualifying newcomers. IFICI stands for Incentivo Fiscal à Investigação Científica e Inovação. Many people call it NHR 2.0, but the two regimes are not […]
D7 and D8 Visas in Portugal: 2026 Comparison Guide

D7 and D8 Visas in Portugal have become two of the most relevant residency options for Americans, British, Canadians, and other non-EU nationals planning a long-term move in 2026. Although both visas can lead to Portuguese residency, they are designed for very different income profiles, tax situations, and lifestyle goals. However, the immigration and tax […]
IFICI Portugal: Real Success Cases for Tech Founders and Digital Nomads

One Year In — What We Know Now: When Portugal closed the original Non-Habitual Resident (NHR) regime to new applicants at the end of 2023, a wave of uncertainty followed. Would the replacement — IFICI (Incentivo Fiscal a Investigação Cientifica e Inovação) — be as good? Would it actually work for tech professionals, founders, and […]
New Portugal tax benefits for digital nomads in 2025

Discover how the new Portugal tax benefits for digital nomads can reduce your tax burden in 2025 and make the country even more attractive for remote workers seeking stability and quality of life. Even before Portugal created a specific visa for digital nomads, the country was already one of the world’s favorite destinations for remote […]
New Government Promises Tax Incentives for Foreign Investors: What You Need to Know

Portugal is actively reshaping its foreign investment strategy. In the newly released 2025 Government Program, presented in June, the government outlined bold plans to revitalise the country’s business landscape and re-establish Portugal as a competitive destination for international investors. The proposed measures include tax incentives, streamlined administrative procedures, and targeted support for strategic sectors such […]