Legal Alert - Investing in Portugal: a legal framework for international investor

Portugal continues to establish itself as a destination of choice for foreign investment, benefiting from a stable, transparent legal environment that is fully integrated into the European Union.

The Portuguese legal framework offers agile solutions for setting up companies, such as "Empresa na Hora", as well as a competitive tax regime, which includes mechanisms such as participation exemption and a wide network of conventions to avoid double taxation.

In addition, the labour regime, dispute resolution mechanisms and international mobility instruments such as the Golden Visa programme contribute to an investment-friendly ecosystem.

This guide provides an overview of the main legal and tax aspects that should be considered by international investors wishing to establish themselves in Portugal.