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Portuguese Socialists' Abstention Unlocks Toll Cuts, VAT Relief & Tuition Freeze


Fake News: Israelis Queued to Receive Portuguese Citizenship

Portugal Replaces NHR with 20% Flat Tax for Qualified Innovators
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Discover how Portugal’s tax cuts and 10-year stability pact aim to unlock empty flats, tame rent hikes and ease Portugal’s housing and rental market.

Portugal's GDP is set to grow 2.2% in 2026 on wage hikes and tax cuts, then cool to 1.8% in 2027. Discover how the forecast affects residents and expats.

From 11 Dec, Portugal reopens a €60.8 M energy-subsidy fund, giving households up to €1,683 to replace gas appliances with efficient electric models. Apply early.

Portugal’s electricity use hit record highs in 2025, driving up household bills. Learn how new E-LAR grants, tariffs and efficiency tips can help families save.

December Euribor brings mixed news for Portuguese mortgages: short-term rates dip while 12-month highs may hike payments—discover how to protect your budget.

Portugal will transpose EU MiCA, placing crypto-asset providers under Banco de Portugal and CMVM oversight. Firms must secure new licences by 1 July 2026.

In 2026, Portimão will dredge the Arade River and widen quays so 220-metre cruise ships can berth, adding 100+ calls and pumping revenue into Algarve tourism.

Lisbon Metro slows this afternoon; full 11 Dec strike could halt service all day. Allow extra travel time, use park-and-ride options, and follow CP app alerts for updates.

Five Alentejo councils in Portugal battle EDP’s 70 MW floating solar project at Alqueva, warning of tourism and landscape damage. Learn what’s at stake.

Portugal hosts the 2028 Women’s U-19 Euro: €22 M upgrades, 2,500 new jobs and tourism boost—see how your city can benefit.

Portugal chooses to stay in Eurovision 2026 as Israel is officially confirmed to compete, despite multiple European boycotts.

Half of Portugal’s workforce will strike on 11 December, disrupting metros, hospitals and schools nationwide. Residents: see which services run and prepare now.
Immigration News

Did Israelis really queue for Portuguese citizenship? The truth behind the viral lines, the Sephardic law, and why most dual nationals were just renewing documents.

Portugal scraps its Non-Habitual Resident (NHR) regime, launching a 20% flat tax for qualified innovators and researchers—discover if the 2024 rules make you eligible.

Portuguese court jails 3 over Alentejo trafficking; 2 officers freed after phone-tap void. Harvest season at risk—discover Portugal’s fight against exploitation.

Portugal’s security sweep screened 5,000 people, incl. 2,228 foreigners. What expats in Portugal need to know.
Economy News

PS abstention cleared Portugal's 2026 State Budget, delivering toll cuts, a 6% VAT rate on electricity and a tuition freeze. Discover what this means for you.

Portugal scraps its Non-Habitual Resident (NHR) regime, launching a 20% flat tax for qualified innovators and researchers—discover if the 2024 rules make you eligible.

Listings under €200k have fallen 73% in Portugal, squeezing buyers. Learn what’s driving prices, how officials plan to act, and why Vila Real bucks the trend.

Half of Portugal’s workforce will strike on 11 December, disrupting metros, hospitals and schools nationwide. Residents: see which services run and prepare now.

See how Portugal housing tax cuts, 6% VAT and fast online permits could lower home costs, expand rentals and ease the market for families nationwide by 2029.

Portugal will lift the full pension age to 66 years and 11 months by 2027. See who can retire earlier, how penalties work and what it means for salaries.

From 11 Dec, Portugal reopens a €60.8 M energy-subsidy fund, giving households up to €1,683 to replace gas appliances with efficient electric models. Apply early.

Portugal’s two-year fuel tax discount is being phased out, adding about €0.02/L. Drivers should budget now for rising pump prices through 2026.



