Portugal
NHR 2.0 tax regime (IFICI)
Guidance on Portugal's special tax regime for qualified professionals.
Timeframe
Registration has strict yearly deadlines
Remote
Wherever the law allows
Price
Free personal quote
1What it is
The IFICI regime, often called "NHR 2.0", replaced the old Non-Habitual Resident (NHR) regime for most new residents. It offers a reduced tax rate on qualifying income for eligible professions and activities. We check your eligibility and help you apply before the deadline, working with certified tax professionals.
2Who needs it
- Qualified professionals moving to Portugal
- Researchers, tech and start-up workers
- People who became tax resident in Portugal recently
3Documents usually required
We confirm the exact list for your situation with your quote. You can upload documents with your request.
- Portuguese NIF
- Employment contract or proof of qualifying activity
- Proof of qualifications
- Proof of tax residence history
4How the process works
- 1Tell us about your job and move to Portugal
- 2We confirm the price and review your eligibility
- 3Your application is prepared and submitted
- 4You receive confirmation once registered
Typical timeframe: Registration has strict yearly deadlines. Contact us as early as possible.
5Good to know
In short
IFICI (Incentivo Fiscal à Investigação Científica e Inovação) offers a reduced tax rate on qualifying Portuguese income for a limited number of years. It targets qualified professionals, researchers and people working in innovation and start-ups.
Eligibility at a glance
- You become tax resident in Portugal and were not resident in recent years
- Your job or activity is on the list of qualifying activities
- You apply within the yearly deadline after becoming resident
Why timing matters
Deadlines are strict and missing one usually means losing the benefit for that year. Talk to us as soon as you know your move date, ideally together with your NIF and Digital Nomad Visa plans.
Eligibility and tax advice are given with certified tax professionals. See also the older NHR regime.
6Frequently asked questions
Can I still apply for the old NHR?
Only in limited transitional cases. Most new residents should look at IFICI instead. We check which applies to you.
Who gives the tax advice?
Eligibility and tax advice are provided with certified tax professionals in Portugal.
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