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Portugal

The old NHR regime is closed to newcomers. Its replacement, IFICI ("NHR 2.0"), still gives 10 years of 20% tax on qualifying Portuguese work income and exempts most foreign dividends, interest and gains. But you only get it if you do a qualifying skilled job or innovation activity, so a passive investor or retiree does not qualify. Without it, Portugal taxes investment income at 28% and salaries at up to 48% plus a surcharge, so for most UK movers the question is whether IFICI applies to them.

Latitax verdict

The old NHR regime has closed; its replacement (IFICI) suits only certain professions.

Ideal for: Scientists, tech and research professionals who qualify for IFICI.

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At a glance

Headline figures. Conditions, thresholds and every note are in the full file.

Income tax, top rate

Secondary

48% (+2.5%/5% solidarity surcharge)

Capital gains

Secondary

28%

Inheritance / estate

Unverified

0% for children

Wealth tax

Unverified

None

Corporate tax

Secondary

19%

Tax system

Secondary

Worldwide, with IFICI exemption for qualifying newcomers

Research, not advice. Rates change; confirm with a qualified professional before acting. 8 official sources, reviewed 2026-09-29.