Personal taxes in Portugal: What you need to know but are afraid to ask
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A practical webinar with a tax lawyer — real examples, live Q&A, no jargon
Wednesday, 22 April 2026 | 19:00 – 20:30 (Lisbon time) Format: Live Online Webinar | Language: English | Live Q&A included Free of charge | Register at allportugalevent.com |
Every spring, Portugal enters tax season — and every year, thousands of expats realise they still don’t fully understand how the system works. IRS, NIF, e-fatura, recibos verdes, englobamento, retenção na fonte — terms that intimidate even those who have lived in Portugal for years.
We know this problem from the inside. Tax questions are by far the most common in our community — and the most dangerous when answered by “someone in a Facebook group” rather than a qualified professional. That’s why we’ve organised something that has been long overdue: a direct, no-nonsense conversation with a tax lawyer who works with international clients in Portugal every single day.
Why now?
From 1 April to 30 June 2026, every tax resident in Portugal is required to file their annual IRS declaration. This is not a deadline you can afford to miss. The penalty for late filing starts at €150 and can reach €3,750. But it’s not just about penalties. Not understanding the system costs you money — people overpay their taxes simply because they don’t know about the deductions and benefits they’re entitled to.
Here are just a few of the questions we hear every day:
“I work remotely for a foreign company — do I need to pay taxes in Portugal?”
“I’m a freelancer, I opened recibos verdes — but I have no idea how much to set aside for taxes”
“What is NHR 2.0 / IFICI and can I still apply?”
“I got a letter from Finanças and I’m panicking”
“Should I file jointly or separately? What if my spouse doesn’t work?”
If any of these sound familiar — this webinar is for you.
What you will learn
This webinar isn’t a textbook lecture. It’s a practical, structured conversation with a tax lawyer who deals with exactly these questions every day. Here’s what will be covered:
How the Portuguese IRS system is structured. 9 brackets, 6 income categories, withholding, deductions — explained simply, with examples
What your actual obligations are. Who must file, who can use IRS Automático, and what happens if you don’t
Common mistakes that cost money. Wrong choice of joint vs separate filing, unused deductions, not understanding e-fatura
Deductions and tax benefits. Health, education, rent, PPR, family deductions — and how to actually claim them
What to do right now. A step-by-step plan to prepare for your IRS filing before the deadline
Your speaker:
David Rodrigues Custódio
David Rodrigues Custódio is a tax lawyer at Ana Bruno & Associados, specialising in personal taxation for international clients relocating to Portugal.
He works closely with individuals and high-net-worth clients, helping them navigate the Portuguese tax system and optimise their tax position in a practical and fully compliant way. David has extensive experience with the Portuguese NHR regime and the new IFICI framework (often referred to as “NHR 2.0”), as well as international tax planning and corporate structuring.
He holds a Law degree from the University of Lisbon and a Master’s degree in Tax Law. He has been a member of the Ordem dos Advogados (Portuguese Bar Association) since 2019 and is affiliated with the Portuguese Tax Association and the International Fiscal Association (IFA).
Who is this webinar for?
Expats already living in Portugal who want to finally understand their taxes — instead of just hoping for the best
Those who have recently moved and want to get things right from the start, rather than deal with consequences later
People planning a relocation who want to understand the tax landscape before they arrive
Anyone who is employed, self-employed, or simply wants to better understand their tax situation in Portugal
Format
This is not a recording. This is not a PDF. This is a live session where you can ask your questions directly to a qualified tax lawyer.
Live online webinar — join from anywhere in the world
Lightboard technology — visual explanations on a transparent board, the way the best educational content is made
Real-world examples — not theory, but actual situations expats face
Live Q&A session — ask your question and get an answer in real time
Partners
This webinar is organised in partnership with All Portugal / OpenGate Portugal Association, the law firm Ana Bruno & Associados, and the French and Portuguese Chamber of Commerce and Industry (CCIFP).
Don’t wait. Tax season is already underway. Register for the webinar on 22 April — it’s free. |
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