All about Capital Gains Tax in Portugal

All about Capital Gains Tax in Portugal

Capital gains tax in Portugal is known as “Imposto sobre Mais-Valias.” You are subject to CGT if you sell a Portuguese property bought post-1988 as well as profits on investments.  Luckily, personal items are not subject to this tax and only limited stamp duty needs to be levied on any inheritance.  Capital Gains on Property  … Read more

Residency in Portugal for EU Citizens

Residency in Portugal for EU Citizens

Thanks to the freedom of movement enshrined in European law, gaining residency in Portugal for European Union (EU) citizens is a fairly simple process. However, there are different rules depending on how long you stay. As such, there is no need for travellers from elsewhere in Europe (as long as they have lived in an EU … Read more

Moving to Portugal from USA Destinations

Moving to Portugal from USA

Increasing numbers of people are moving to Portugal from USA. In 2019, before the pandemic, more than 60,000 people relocated to Portugal and 11% percent of them were Americans. It’s not hard to see why. There’s the great climate, beaches, cheap wine and beer and the thriving international community. In Lisbon, it has a buzzing … Read more

Best Wine Tasting Albufeira Tours

Best wine tasting Albufeira tours

The best wine tasting Albufeira tours, are some of the highlights of any trip to the Southern Algarve. A trip to wine country is a great opportunity to get away from sometimes overcrowded and touristy beaches and take a journey into the gentle curves of the surrounding area.  There are a wealth of family-owned vineyards … Read more