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Portugal’s Housing Package: Where Domestic Policy Meets EU Law

05/06/2026
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Portugal’s new housing measures are reshaping the landscape for international real estate investors.

In a recent article published by International Tax Review (ITR), Samuel Fernandes de Almeida, assesses whether the new 7.5% IMT rate targeted at non-resident buyers aligns with the EU’s fundamental principle of the free movement of capital.

As Portugal navigates these challenges, the intersection of national tax strategy and European law will undoubtedly remain a key focus for investors and legal practitioners alike.