Your Portuguese tax return, done right the first time.
Handled from start to finish by accountants registered with the Ordem dos Contabilistas Certificados (OCC). For tax residents and non-residents with Portuguese income.
- Direct chat with your dedicated accountant
- Correct classification of foreign income — the part that costs you most when done wrong
- Familiar with how expat income actually arrives — US 1099, UK pensions, dividends
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You probably need to file if any of these match.
Three situations cover most expats. We handle all of them.
You live in Portugal full-time
If you spent more than 183 days in Portugal during 2025, or kept a habitual residence here, you are a Portuguese tax resident. That means you have to declare worldwide income — foreign salary, freelance work, pensions, dividends, rental income, capital gains. Anything you earned, anywhere.
You moved to Portugal partway through the year
If you arrived during 2025 and crossed the residency threshold partway through, you still need to file — for the part of the year you were resident. The split between resident and non-resident periods matters, and getting it right is part of the work.
You don't live here, but you earn Portuguese income
If you have a Portuguese rental property, sold property in Portugal, or earn other Portuguese-source income, you have to declare it here even if you live abroad. This is the segment most people forget.
Two things shape your return: your status and your income.
Portuguese tax classification depends on who you are and what you earn. We handle both sides of that equation — across the statuses and income types expats actually have.
By status
Your residency status, visa type, and how long you've been in Portugal change how the same income is taxed. We handle the full range.
By income type
Each income line lands in a specific Anexo and category on the IRS form. Getting that mapping right is where the whole job sits.
Your status × your income — classified the way the AT expects.
One price. Your tax return, done right.
A certified Portuguese accountant handles everything from start to finish.
Your complete Portuguese tax return
What you get
A complete, accurate return, filed for you by an expert.
A dedicated accountant
One OCC-certified expert handles your entire case. You'll know their name and reach them directly.
The lowest tax legally possible
We apply NHR or IFICI where eligible, claim every deduction you qualify for, and pick the filing strategy that costs you least.
All your income types covered
Salary, pensions, dividends, rental income, freelance, real estate sales, crypto, stocks: whatever applies to you.
Filed and confirmed
We submit through Portal das Finanças and send you the official Autoridade Tributária confirmation as your proof of filing.
Answers in plain English
Chat with your accountant throughout. We explain what you owe, what you'll get back, and why. No jargon.
Peace of mind, on time
No missed deadlines, no penalty risk, no scrambling in late June. Your accountant takes it from here.
What the flat fee covers
The €349 price covers a standard return within these limits. If your situation goes beyond them, you'll need a custom quote. See below.
- ✓One short-term rental (Alojamento Local) property
- ✓One real estate sale in the tax year
- ✓Up to 100 crypto transactions
- ✓Up to 100 stock or securities trades
- ✓Freelance / self-employment under Regime Simplificado (revenue up to €200K)
- ✓Current tax year filing
When you'll need a custom quote
A few situations need individual review. Tell us about yours and we'll send a fixed price within 24 hours, no surprises later.
Get a custom quote- More than one short-term rental property
- More than one property sale in the year
- More than 100 crypto or securities transactions
- Self-employment under Contabilidade Organizada (revenue above €200K)
- Partnerships or multi-member LLCs
- Prior-year returns or amendments
- Trust income reporting
From start to AT confirmation.
From form to AT confirmation, your dedicated OCC-certified accountant handles the things that could cost you money if not applied properly: applying the right tax regime, claiming every eligible deduction, and optimising joint vs separate filings for couples.
Capacity is limited during the May–June window. Reserve your slot now, complete payment, and your case is officially assigned to a dedicated OCC-certified accountant.
You'll fill out our intake form covering your situation: residency status, tax regime (NHR, IFICI, Standard), income types, dependants, foreign accounts. Upload supporting documents for each income source. Takes about 10 minutes. Your accountant reviews and follows up if anything is missing.
Your dedicated OCC-certified accountant takes over. Anexos completed in Portal das Finanças. NHR or IFICI special rates applied. For couples, joint vs separate filings simulated to find the most favourable outcome.
You receive the prepared return with a plain-English summary: what you owe or what you'll get back. Ask questions if anything is unclear. Approve when you're ready.
Your accountant submits through Portal das Finanças. You receive the official confirmation and we remain available via chat to answer any questions until your return is fully processed.
A wrong filing isn't free.
Portuguese tax penalties scale with the type of error and how the Autoridade Tributária notices it. The most common foreigner mistakes carry the heaviest fines.
From €349, your return is filed correctly the first time.
Three ways to file. One that actually works.
How filing with Novomove compares to the alternatives.
Risk of fines and overpayment
Filing through Portal das Finanças yourself.
- ×Forms in Portuguese — Google Translate does not speak tax
- ×Easy to miss Anexo J entirely (foreign accounts: €375–€22,500 fine range)
- ×Manual exchange rate conversion — Portuguese law requires specific Banco de Portugal rates; wrong rates can result in fines
- ×NHR and IFICI reductions often missed, then taxed at 28–48% by default
- ×No one to ask when something looks off
Done right the first time
Handled by accountants registered with the Ordem dos Contabilistas Certificados (OCC), built for expat situations.
- ✓Direct chat with your dedicated accountant
- ✓Foreign income classified into the correct Anexo and category, the first time
- ✓Bank of Portugal exchange rates applied to every line of foreign income
- ✓NHR and IFICI annexes handled by accountants who file them regularly
- ✓One fixed price per tier — no hourly billing surprises
Risk of ghosting and surprise fees
Hiring a local accountant for one-off filing.
- ×Often unreachable mid-process — long email turnaround is common
- ×Hourly billing without upfront caps — complex cases run €800–€2,000+
- ×Most are generalists handling Portuguese-source income, not expat situations
- ×NHR and IFICI annexes get "I will look into it" — not "I know what I do"
- ×Often filed in the last week of June, no draft review sent in advance
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Questions people ask before ordering.
Who needs to file a Portuguese tax return?
Tax residents (anyone living in Portugal more than 183 days, or with their permanent home here) declare their worldwide income. Non-residents only declare Portuguese-source income: rental from a Portuguese property, capital gains on Portuguese assets, dividends from Portuguese companies. If you're unsure of your status, our free 15-minute call will pin it down.
When is the filing deadline?
The Portuguese tax year is the calendar year. Filing season runs 1 April to 30 June for the previous year's income. We recommend reserving a slot before mid-May. Later in the season our specialist accountants fill up.
I have NHR / IFICI status. Is that included?
Yes, in every package. We track which of your income types qualify for the special rates under your regime and apply them on Anexo L.
What about US citizens?
We file your Portuguese return. The Portuguese tax you've paid is documented in the filing. Your US preparer claims it as a foreign tax credit on Form 1116 of your 1040 to avoid double taxation. If you're a US citizen with foreign accounts, you may also have FBAR obligations (FinCEN Form 114, required if your aggregate foreign account balances crossed USD 10,000 at any point during the year). That's filed separately from your 1040, and your US preparer or a US-licensed tax pro handles it. We don't file US returns or coordinate directly with US CPAs.
How does pricing work for couples?
Right now, couples file as two individual returns, one for each person, at €349 each. We're introducing a dedicated couples package next season that will model joint and separate taxation and file whichever costs less. If either return goes beyond the standard scope above, we'll send you a custom quote within 24 hours.
I haven't filed in previous years. Can you help?
Yes, book the paid consultation first. Late or amended returns are handled case by case, depending on which years and whether AT has already contacted you. We'll quote each year's filing after the call.
Do I need to give you my Portal das Finanças password?
Yes. Our accountant uses your Portal das Finanças access to prepare your return, run the simulation for your review, and submit once you approve. You share your password with us when you order. Once your order is complete, we delete it along with all your details and documents.
It also helps if you can switch off two-factor authentication on Portal das Finanças while we work on your return, so we can coordinate with your accountant efficiently rather than waiting on a verification code at every step. If that isn't possible for you, let us know and we'll find a solution.
What if I owe tax? When and how do I pay?
If your return shows tax owed, AT issues a payment slip with a reference number and deadline (typically end of August). You pay through your Portuguese bank, ATM, or Multibanco using the reference. We don't handle the payment. We just make sure the assessment is right.
What if I'm getting a refund?
AT pays refunds directly to the Portuguese bank account (IBAN) registered on your Portal. Most refunds land in July or August. We'll show you the expected amount before submission.
Can you also do my company tax return (IRC)?
Yes. Annual IRC filing for an LDA or Unipessoal LDA is handled by a certified accountant (TOC) from our network, quoted separately based on activity volume. Book a free call and mention the company.
What if AT has follow-up questions after we submit?
AT correspondence lands in your Portal das Finanças account, so check it periodically after filing. If they ask for clarification or supporting documents on something we filed, forward the message to your order chat thread, and your accountant will respond within the scope of the return we prepared. If AT issues a corrected liquidação or starts a formal review (inspeção tributária), that's outside the standard filing scope but we'll point you to the right next step.
What if I miss the 30 June deadline?
Late filings are still accepted. If you file voluntarily within about a month of the deadline and owe no tax, the fine is small, around €25. It goes up the longer you leave it, or if AT contacts you first. We can still file. Order as soon as you can, and we treat late filings with priority in the period right after the deadline.
Is Novomove a law or accounting firm?
No. Novomove is a technology platform that coordinates your filing through a network of OCC-certified Portuguese accountants who handle the regulated tax work. During onboarding, you'll receive an engagement letter, a letter of responsibility, directly between you and the certified accountant assigned to your case.
Want to talk first?
Two ways in. A free 15-minute call to confirm which package fits, or a paid 45-minute session with a Portuguese tax expert for advice on your specific situation — billed separately, available year-round.
15-minute call.
Walk through your situation, confirm which package fits, ask about timeline and documents. With a Novomove team member, not the accountant.
- Confirm the right package
- Walk through the document list
- Discuss timing and the filing window
Paid tax consultation.
Talk to a Portuguese tax expert. One-on-one session with a Portuguese accountant — a separate service, billed independently of any tax-filing package.
- One-on-one with an OCC-certified accountant
- Tailored answers to your specific situation
- Written summary after the call
- Independent of filing — book any time of year
Need answers on taxes in Portugal?
We can help. Below are the most common situations our experts advise on — let us make your tax-related questions a thing of the distant past.
- Could I be more tax-efficient?
- I’m selling an asset — how can I do it tax-efficiently?
- Should I set up as a sole trader or LDA company?
- What can I expense for my business?
- I live in Portugal but earn money abroad
- I’ve not paid Portuguese tax before
- What do I declare from selling shares or property?
- Do I owe capital gains or income tax?
- When do I declare tax from selling or exchanging crypto?
- Is my activity taxable?
- How does tax work for my short-term rentals?
- What expenses can I deduct?
- What do I need to know about VAT in Portugal?
- How can I optimise VAT for my business?
- Optimising social security contributions
- Your obligations and benefits in Portugal
Don’t see your situation? Book a call — our experts cover the full Portuguese tax landscape.
Limited spots this filing season.
Filing window: 1 April – 30 June 2026. We accept 120 filings total to keep turnaround under 10 business days. Once spots are gone, we close intake until next year.