Main incentives to invest in Portugal

For quite some time now, Portugal has recognized that entrepreneurship deserves to be promoted and supported for the sake of national economic revitalization, particularly in terms of promoting innovation and regional development.

1. Financial Incentives for Investment

Financial incentives for business investment are public-support mechanisms in the form of grants or repayable subsidies.

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2. Tax Incentives for Investment

In addition to financial incentives, certain tax incentives may also be granted to companies that invest in Portugal. These incentives typically involve lower taxes or tax exemptions.

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3. Incentives for Job Creation, Training and Skills

Along with the financial and tax incentives for investment, companies that invest in Portugal may benefit from financial and tax incentives for job creation, training and skills.

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4. Venture Capital

The venture capital market is duly established in Portugal and is capable of financing companies that bet on emerging sectors; that have a high level of development risk; or that do not have direct access to capital markets

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5. Mutual Guarantee

The National Mutual Guarantee System (SNGM) is a private mutual system to support SMEs by providing financial guarantees in order to facilitate access to credit and state financial support.

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