Expatriate tax ebook - Portugal

This fact sheet has been designed to provide in quick overview, basic information on the Portuguese tax system and planning opportunities. Expatriates taking up employment in Portugal will be subject to our comprehensive rules and in some cases employment visa requirements. Grant Thornton Portugal's expatriate tax team can help expatriates and their employers in dealing with the Portuguese tax and employment visa requirements, namely by identifying Portuguese tax planning opportunities and providing compliance services regarding the Portuguese tax filing requirements.

Below we outline the basic principles on how to become Portuguese tax resident and the main tax consequences arising from such decisions.

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Last updated 20 June 2011

This information has been provided by Grant Thornton Portugal, a member firm within Grant Thornton International Ltd and is for informational purposes only. Neither Grant Thornton Portugal nor Grant Thornton International Ltd can guarantee the accuracy, timeliness or completeness of the data contained herein. As such, you should not act on the information without first seeking professional tax advice.
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For further information on expatriate tax services in Portugal please contact Joaquim L. Mendes.

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