Tax authorities clarify IRS benefit for employee share plans in Portugal
The Portuguese Tax Authority has acknowledged that certain employee share plans may qualify for favourable IRS tax treatment, although it has also made clear that access to the benefit depends on strict documentary evidence and compliance with the legal conditions...
Tax deadlines in Portugal for 2026 for Freelancers and Companies
Understanding tax deadlines in Portugal is essential for both self-employed individuals and companies operating in the country. Missing reporting or payment deadlines may result in penalties, interest charges and unnecessary administrative complications. For...
Digitalisation and automation in accounting for international businesses
Digitalisation and automation are reshaping the accounting landscape, offering international businesses unprecedented opportunities to streamline operations, reduce costs, and improve accuracy. For companies operating in Portugal, these technologies are not just a...
Government Incentives in Portugal: What businesses should consider before applying
Portugal offers a wide range of government incentives designed to support business growth, innovation, and internationalisation. These incentives, including tax credits, grants, and funding programs, can significantly reduce costs and improve competitiveness. However,...
Change is accelerating in companies and increasing the need for structured management
The pace of change inside companies has accelerated significantly over the past year, according to the study Leading without a landing, conducted by the strategic consultancy H Advisors in partnership with the research company YouGov. The report analyses how...
EUIPO SME Fund for intellectual property registration
EUIPO SME Fund 2026 supports small and medium-sized enterprises in reducing the cost of protecting intellectual property, through reimbursement of eligible fees related to trademarks, designs, patents and other IP rights. The programme is managed by the European Union...
Accounting reporting requirements in Portugal for companies
Companies operating in Portugal must comply with a set of accounting and reporting obligations that go beyond basic bookkeeping. In addition to tax compliance, businesses are required to maintain organised accounting records and prepare periodic financial reports that...
PRR “Reindustrializar” funding call opens €150 million to support storm-affected companies
Portugal’s Recovery and Resilience Plan (PRR) has launched a new funding call designed to support companies affected by recent storms, floods and extreme weather events. The measure, published under Notice No. 06/C05-i14.01/2026, allocates €150 million to support...
Reindustrializar programme for companies affected by storms and floods
Reindustrializar programme (for regions affected by storms and floods) supports productive investment projects aimed at reinforcing the resilience and recovery of business infrastructure and productive capacity in municipalities affected by severe weather events. In...
STEP Business R&D&I Energy (co-promotion)
STEP Business R&D&I for Energy supports integrated research, development and productive innovation projects focused on the development, manufacturing and scale-up of critical clean and energy-efficient technologies. Through collaborative projects led by...
