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Registration and Certification of a Startup in Portugal
Certified startups in Portugal benefit from significant tax advantages for both their founders and employees, making Portugal an attractive location for entrepreneurs
Individual Tax Benefits
Fixed 20% tax rate on income in Portugal, replacing the progressive rate
Exemption from tax on foreign income, provided the income does not come from a blacklisted country
The startup does not need to be the sole source of income; it is sufficient for the startup to pay a minimum salary to apply tax benefits to income from all sources
Corporate Tax Benefits
The standard corporate tax rate in mainland Portugal is 21%, but certified startups may qualify to pay only 12.5% corporate tax
To qualify for the reduced corporate tax rate, the startup must meet one of the following conditions
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Be recognised as an innovative company with high growth potential
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Have completed at least one round of venture financing
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Receive investments from Banco Português de Fomento, SA or from funds managed by it
What’s Included
Startup Registration: complete assistance in registering your startup in Portugal
Certification Process: full support in completing all necessary stages of startup certification
Consultations: three 60-minute sessions on tax benefits and startup operations
Chat Support: ongoing chat support for any questions throughout the process
cost
€5500
