Family Member of an EU Citizen
If your spouse, parent, or child is an EU/EEA citizen, you may have the right to live in Portugal under EU free-movement rules — a simpler, faster route than a standard national visa.
Price
€225
Duration
1 hour
Format
Live video call
Expert
Tax Advisor
Portugal Tax Consultation
Everything you need to know about tax before moving to Portugal
A one-hour live video consultation with a Portuguese tax expert covering Portuguese income tax, NHR / IFICI, double-taxation treaties, foreign income and assets, capital gains, VAT and corporate tax.
✅ This consultation is for you if you…
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You're moving to Portugal from abroadUnderstand how Portuguese tax interacts with the tax system in your home country.
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You have foreign income or assetsGet guidance on pensions, overseas rental income, investments, shares and other foreign assets.
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You want to understand NHR / IFICICheck whether you may qualify and understand the application timing and potential tax treatment.
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You're a freelancer or business ownerDiscuss Portuguese corporate tax, VAT, social security and suitable business structures.
⚠️ A different service may be better if…
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You only need a tax return preparedThe consultation is for advice and planning, not tax-return preparation.
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Your question is mainly about immigrationVisa routes, residence requirements and applications are covered by the Immigration Consultation.
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You need ongoing accounting or bookkeepingA one-hour consultation is designed for advice rather than continuing accounting administration.
Pricing
Choose the right level of support
No hidden fees. No surprises. Every package includes your NIF and bank account setup, with a 50% discount for the second person and a 70% discount for dependants.
★ Most Popular
EU Family Plus
€2810
Everything in the Complete Package, with three powerful additions
- Everything in the Complete Visa Package
- Consultation with Tax Lawyer
- Property Finder
- File and Accompany you for your AIMA Appointment
🗣️ Free Portuguese lessons to A2 included
EU Family Complete
€1595
Your full Portugal move, start to finish — one package.
- Determine the most suitable visa for you
- NIF & Bank account assistance included
- Document checking and guidance before submission
- Unlimited email support for all your inquiries
- Video consultations with immigration lawyer
- VFS/Consulate Appointment Assistance
- A1/A2 Portuguese Language Course included
🗣️ Free Portuguese lessons to A2 included
Portuguese Income Tax
How does income tax work in Portugal?
The consultation explains how Portuguese personal income tax applies to your circumstances, including income bands, deductions and foreign-income treatment under current rules.
Portuguese IRS
Understand how Portuguese personal income tax applies to your income and residency position.
Income Categories
Discuss employment, pension, rental, investment and other income relevant to your situation.
Deductions & Reliefs
Understand the deductions and tax reliefs that may apply under the current rules.
Foreign Income
Discuss how foreign-source income is treated after becoming Portuguese tax resident.
NHR / IFICI
Can I qualify for NHR or IFICI in Portugal?
The consultation can assess your eligibility and explain the relevant regime. The current page describes NHR as updated through IFICI and highlights the importance of applying in the year of first tax residency.
⭐ Key points
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Timing mattersThe current page states that the application should be made in the year of first Portuguese tax residency.
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Eligibility is not automaticYou must satisfy the applicable criteria before benefiting from the regime.
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Up to 10 yearsThe current page describes the regime as offering benefits for up to 10 years.
💶 Current Page Figures
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Qualifying Portuguese-source incomeThe page describes a flat 20% rate for qualifying income.
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Foreign income treatmentPotential exemptions or reduced rates may apply depending on the income and applicable rules.
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Application supportThe page lists NHR / IFICI application support as an add-on.
Important: NHR / IFICI eligibility and the tax treatment of particular income depend on the applicable rules and your individual circumstances.
Double Taxation
Will I pay tax twice if I move to Portugal?
Not necessarily. Portugal has tax treaties with many countries, and the applicable treaty and domestic rules determine how foreign income is treated.
Tax Treaty Analysis
Understand how the treaty between Portugal and your home country may affect your foreign income.
Foreign Pensions
Discuss the Portuguese and treaty treatment of pension income from abroad.
Foreign Rental Income
Assess how rental income from property outside Portugal may be treated.
Foreign Investments
Discuss the treatment of shares and investment income under the relevant rules.
Capital Gains
How does Portugal tax capital gains?
The consultation covers capital gains on property, shares and other assets, including the differences that can arise between EU and non-EU assets.
📈 Assets Covered
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Property gainsDiscuss how gains on Portuguese or foreign property may be treated.
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Shares & investmentsUnderstand the relevant treatment for shares and other investment assets.
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EU vs non-EU assetsThe current page specifically highlights differences in treatment.
🧮 Planning Questions
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TimingDiscuss the tax implications of the timing of a sale or move.
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Exemptions & reliefsIdentify potentially relevant exemptions and reliefs under current rules.
Business, VAT & Social Security
What tax questions should freelancers and business owners ask?
The consultation covers Portuguese corporate tax, VAT registration, social security and choosing an appropriate legal structure.
Corporate Tax
Understand the Portuguese corporate-tax considerations relevant to your business.
VAT
Discuss VAT registration and the obligations relevant to your activity.
Freelancer Taxation
Discuss how your independent professional activity may be structured and taxed.
Social Security
Understand the social-security obligations associated with working or operating a business in Portugal.
Pensions & Foreign Assets
How are foreign pensions, investments and property taxed in Portugal?
The answer depends on the type of income or asset, your tax-residence position and any applicable tax treaty or special regime.
Foreign Pensions
Assess how pension income from your home country may be treated after becoming Portuguese tax resident.
Overseas Rental Property
Discuss the Portuguese treatment of rental income generated by property outside Portugal.
Stocks & Shares
Review the potential treatment of investment income and capital gains.
Multiple Countries
Where several countries are involved, the consultation can focus on the relevant treaty and domestic tax interactions.
Tax Planning
Can a tax consultation help me plan the timing of my move to Portugal?
Yes. Personalised tax planning is one of the areas covered and can include the timing of your move, income structuring and legitimate deductions or reliefs.
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Review Your Current Position
Discuss your current country of residence, income sources, assets and planned move.
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Identify Cross-Border Issues
Consider foreign income, pensions, investments, property and relevant tax treaties.
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Consider Timing & Structure
Discuss legitimate tax-planning opportunities and the timing of your move or transactions.
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Leave With a Clearer Plan
Understand the next tax steps and whether further professional work is needed.
Online Consultation
Can I speak to a Portuguese tax expert from abroad?
Yes. The service is a one-hour live video call, allowing you to discuss your Portuguese tax position before moving to Portugal.
Live Video Call
The consultation takes place online for one hour.
Intake Questionnaire
Your situation is reviewed based on the information you provide before the consultation.
Tax Expert
The current page describes the expert as a Portuguese tax advisor.
€225
The current standalone consultation price is €225.
What You Get
What should I expect from the Tax Consultation?
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Complete Your Intake Information
Provide the information needed to focus the consultation on your income, assets, business and move to Portugal.
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One-Hour Live Video Consultation
Discuss the tax issues most relevant to your circumstances with the Portuguese tax expert.
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Clarify Your Tax Position
Work through income tax, treaties, NHR / IFICI, capital gains, VAT or corporate-tax questions as applicable.
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Identify Next Steps
Leave with a clearer understanding of your tax position and whether you need additional tax or accounting services.
Pricing & Packages
How much does a Portugal Tax Consultation cost?
Standalone Tax Consultation — €225
One hour with a Portuguese tax expert by live video call.
Complete Visa Package Plus — €2,810
The current page states that the Tax Consultation is included in the Plus package.
NHR / IFICI Add-on — €395
The current page lists NHR / IFICI application support as a +€395 add-on.
Immigration Consultation — €125
For visa, residency and immigration questions, the current page directs clients to the €125 Immigration Consultation.
FAQ
Questions about our Family Member of an EU Citizen
The EU Family Member route allows eligible non-EU family members of an EU/EEA citizen to accompany or join that citizen in Portugal under EU free-movement rules. It is different from applying for a standard Portuguese national residence visa.
Qualifying family members can include a spouse, certain descendants and dependent ascendants. The exact eligibility depends on the family relationship and the circumstances of the EU citizen and applicant.
Yes. A non-EU spouse of an EU citizen can generally benefit from EU free-movement residence rights when the EU citizen is exercising those rights in Portugal and the family relationship is properly established.
A qualifying partner may be able to join an EU citizen in Portugal, but the evidence and legal conditions depend on the type of partnership and the applicable Portuguese rules. The relationship should be assessed before applying.
Yes. Descendants under 21 are among the recognised family categories. Older descendants may also qualify where they are dependent on the EU citizen and the applicable conditions are satisfied.
Yes. Dependent ascendants can qualify under the EU-family-member framework when the required dependency relationship is established with appropriate evidence.
An older descendant may qualify where they are dependent on the EU citizen. Dependency should be demonstrated with appropriate evidence rather than assumed automatically.
The EU citizen generally needs to establish their identity and their residence or exercise of free-movement rights in Portugal. Depending on the circumstances, this can involve registration, employment, self-employment, study or sufficient means and applicable conditions.
The relevant evidence depends on the EU citizen's circumstances. A Portuguese registration certificate or other accepted evidence of the EU citizen's residence or status can be important when the non-EU family member applies for their residence card.
CRUE refers to the Portuguese registration certificate for an EU citizen exercising free-movement rights. It can be important evidence of the EU citizen's status when a non-EU family member applies for residence.
Typical evidence includes the non-EU applicant's valid passport, proof of the family relationship, evidence concerning the EU citizen's status in Portugal and, where applicable, proof of dependency, accommodation or other supporting circumstances.
Foreign civil-status documents may need apostille, legalisation or another recognised certification depending on the issuing country and document. AIMA currently emphasises that documents must be properly certified and legalised where required.
AIMA's recent guidance highlights the importance of an up-to-date marriage certificate or valid online access code for marriage-based applications. The exact document-validity requirements should be checked before the appointment.
Where a foreign birth certificate is required, the document must meet the applicable certification and legalisation requirements. The exact process depends on the country that issued the certificate.
Yes, but the entry requirements depend on the applicant's nationality and the applicable EU visa rules. AIMA states that non-EU family members outside Portugal are admitted subject to the applicable entry and visa requirements.
It depends on the applicant's nationality and applicable EU entry rules. A non-EU family member should check the visa requirement before travelling rather than assuming that the EU-family-member residence right automatically removes an entry-visa requirement.
A non-EU family member staying in Portugal for more than three months should apply for the appropriate residence card. AIMA currently states that the application is made after three months of entry through the applicable appointment procedure.
The residence-card process for non-EU family members is handled through AIMA. AIMA currently directs applicants to the applicable residence-card appointment process and provides specific document requirements.
There is no single guaranteed timeline for every application. Appointment availability, document completeness and administrative processing can affect the overall time. AIMA currently lists three months as the period after the application for the residence-card procedure.
The EU-family-member residence framework provides residence rights connected to the EU citizen's free-movement rights. The specific employment and registration consequences should be checked against the applicant's residence status and current Portuguese rules.
Yes, eligible family members can reside in Portugal under the EU-family-member framework and can generally access education subject to the applicable rules and institution requirements.
Yes. AIMA states that a non-EU family member can request a permanent residence card after five consecutive years of legal residence in Portugal, subject to the applicable conditions.
AIMA states that the permanent residence card for a non-EU family member can be requested after five consecutive years of legal residence in Portugal.
The EU Family Member route is based on the free-movement rights of an EU/EEA citizen. D6 family reunification is a different Portuguese immigration route generally used for eligible family members joining a qualifying legal resident in Portugal.
It can be a more direct legal framework when the applicant genuinely qualifies as a family member of an EU/EEA citizen exercising free-movement rights. However, the correct route depends on the family relationship and the EU citizen's circumstances.
There is not a separate universal income threshold for the non-EU family member in the same way some national visa routes use fixed financial thresholds. However, the EU citizen's qualifying basis for residence can involve employment, self-employment, study or sufficient resources and applicable health coverage.
Health-coverage requirements can depend on the EU citizen's basis of residence and the circumstances of the family member. Where residence is based on sufficient resources or another category requiring health coverage, the appropriate evidence should be prepared.
AIMA states that missing required documents can prevent an application from being received. Documents should therefore be checked for validity, certification, legalisation and completeness before the appointment.
Yes. Minors can qualify when they fall within the applicable descendant category. AIMA's current guidance says applications involving minors may require proof of the family relationship, legal representation and parental responsibility where applicable.
Yes. The current EU Family Complete and EU Family Plus packages provide assistance with route assessment, NIF and bank-account setup, document checking, lawyer consultations and application-related support. The Plus package additionally includes tax-lawyer consultation, Property Finder and AIMA appointment filing/accompaniment.
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