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The cashflow and operation restrictions imposed by the Covid19 outbreak imperil the financial health of companies and their ability to perform. We have produced this overview for companies to [...]

The Portuguese Government approved a new framework for companies to operate in during the Covid-19 outbreak. Flexibility in the payment of taxes and Social Security contributions have been [...]

The Portuguese Government has just announced the introduction of border controls as an additional measure to prevent the spread of the Covid-19 virus. This measure intends to safeguard Portuguese [...]

The European Commission is proposing a ban on all non-essential travel from and to the Schengen Area, in an attempt to contain the spread of the Covid-19 virus. EU countries not belonging to the [...]

Due to the spread of Coronavirus Covid-19, GFDL has started implementing contingency measures last week. Considering the recent Portuguese Government recommendations and the shutting down of [...]

In the wake of increasing coronavirus Covid19 related cases in Portugal, the Portuguese Superior Council of Magistracy has enacted exceptional measures regarding court operations. Judicial Courts [...]

This article covers the basic rules of VAT taxation in Portugal. Foreign businesses importing or trading goods or services in Portugal may be required to comply with Portuguese VAT rules, [...]

The European Union’s list of non-cooperative tax jurisdictions has been amended. On February 18, 2020, the Council adopted revised conclusions on the EU list of non-cooperative jurisdictions for [...]

This article provides an overview of the legal framework applicable to the acquisition of Portuguese companies. The Portuguese economy continues to show positive signs of continuous growth with [...]

This is an ongoing matter. Updates are expected. When the State Budget for 2020 is enacted, the Portuguese Government will be authorized to amend the regime framework of the ARI – Autorização de [...]