What is the income tax rate in Portugal for expats?

Portugal uses a progressive tax system with rates from 13% to 48%. On a €60,000 salary (single filer), the effective rate is 38.6% with a net take-home of €36,860. Tax year: 2026.

How much tax will I pay on €100,000 in Portugal?

A single filer earning €100,000 in Portugal pays approximately €34,695 in income tax plus €11,000 in social contributions, for a total effective rate of 45.7%. Net take-home: €54,305.

Are there special tax regimes for expats in Portugal?

IFICI regime (20% flat rate for 10 years, replaced NHR).

What child tax benefits are available in Portugal?

Portugal offers a child allowance of €726 per child per year, which reduces your taxable income.

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Portugal — Income Tax 2026

Progressive brackets, social contributions, deductions, and expat-specific regimes. Source: Autoridade Tributária e Aduaneira / inlis.pt / mcs.pt

Effective Rate

38.6%

Net Take-Home

€36,860

Marginal Rate

45%

Rank (of 20)

#15

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Annual Gross Income

€60,000

Filing Status

Children

Income Split

Bracket-by-Bracket

Range	Rate	Tax
€0 – €8,342	12.5%	€1,043
€8,342 – €12,587	15.7%	€666
€12,587 – €17,838	21.2%	€1,113
€17,838 – €23,089	24.1%	€1,265
€23,089 – €29,397	31.1%	€1,962
€29,397 – €43,090	34.9%	€4,779
€43,090 – €86,634	44.6%	€5,711
Total Income Tax		€16,540
+ Social Contributions	11.0%	€6,600

Deductions Applied

Standard deduction: €4,104

Special Tax Regimes for Expats

IFICI regime (20% flat rate for 10 years, replaced NHR)

Country-Specific Notes

Married couples can file jointly — income is split between spouses.
NHR (Non-Habitual Resident) regime ended for new applicants in 2024.
New IFICI regime (2024+): 20% flat rate on qualifying employment income for 10 years. Narrower eligibility than NHR.
Solidarity surcharge: 2.5% on income €80k-€250k, 5% above €250k.
2026 State Budget: brackets shifted up 3.51%, rates dropped 0.3pp in brackets 2-5.
Minimum wage raised to €920/month (from €870 in 2025).

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Source: Autoridade Tributária e Aduaneira / inlis.pt / mcs.pt · Last updated: 2026-04 · Tax year: 2026. Estimates only — consult a tax professional for your specific situation.