Portugal

Portugal, a member of the European Union, offers a strategic location, skilled workforce, and a favorable climate for business operations. In 2025, the country continues to enhance its economic environment, making it an attractive destination for companies seeking to expand in Southern Europe.
Contractor Management
EOR
Payroll
Contractor of Record
Currency
Euro (EUR)
Payroll Frequency
Monthly
Employer Taxes
26.50%

Overview

Population
~10.3 million
Language
Portuguese
Capital
Lisbon
Currency
Euro (EUR)
Country code
+351
Min wage
870 EUR / month
Working hours
8
Weekdays
Monday to Friday
Work hours per week
40 hours

Payroll

Salaried Employees
Time-Based Employees
13th Salary
  • Mandatory; paid in June and December
Avg employer tax

26.50%

Tax Breakdown

Personal Income Tax (IRS):

Up to €8,059
13%
€8,060 – €12,160
16.5%
€12,161 – €20,300
26.5%
€20,301 – €25,000
35%
€25,001 – €36,800
37%
€36,801 – €80,000
45%
Over €80,000
48%

Corporate Income Tax (IRC):

Standard Rate
20%
Reduced Rate
16% on the first €50,000 of taxable income for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs)

Social Security Contributions:

Employee Contribution
11%
Employer Contribution
23.75%
Total Contribution
34.75%

VAT

VAT
  • 23%

Tax Calculation for Portugal
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Employer cost
Total monthly cost of employment
GBP 9,633
Gross monthly salary costs
GBP 8,334
Estimated taxes and contributions
GBP 8,334
Employee cost
Net monthly salary
GBP 5,137
Gross monthly salary
GBP 8,334
Estimated taxes & social security
GBP 8,334
Employer cost
Total yearly cost of employment
GBP 9,633
Gross yearly salary costs
GBP 8,334
Estimated taxes and contributions
GBP 8,334
Employee cost
Net yearly salary
GBP 5,137
Gross yearly salary
GBP 8,334
Estimated taxes & social security
GBP 8,334
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How it works

Onboarding Process

Onboarding in Portugal typically includes the following steps to ensure a smooth transition for new hires:

Employment Contract

Must be in writing; include job title, duties, salary, working hours, leave entitlements, and termination conditions

Registration with Authorities

Register the employee with the Social Security Institute (Segurança Social)

Payroll Setup

Ensure accurate calculation and withholding of taxes and social security contributions

Employee Documentation

Collect personal identification, bank account details, and tax information

Workplace Policies

Provide access to company policies, health and safety guidelines, and any applicable collective agreements

Pre-boarding

Pre-boarding

Pre-boarding

Key Elements of an Employment Contract in Portugal
When drafting an employment contract for employees in Portugal, the following key elements should be included:

Personal Details

Name, contact information, and role of the employee.

Employee Leave Policies

Sick days
  • Paid by employer for the first 30 days; thereafter, by Social Security
Maternity leave
  • 120 days (fully paid)

Paternity leave
  • 20 days (fully paid)

Parental Leave:

  • Up to 180 days; can be shared between parents
Annual Leave
  •  22 working days per year

12 Public holidays in Portugal

Note: Some holidays may be observed regionally or on different dates.

1st
New Year's Day
18th
Good Friday
20th
Easter Sunday
25th
Freedom Day
1st
Labor Day
10th
Portugal Day
19th
Corpus Christi
15th
Assumption Day
5th
Republic Day
1st
All Saints' Day
1st
Restoration of Independence
8th
Immaculate Conception
  • 1 Jan: Friday, New Year's Day
  • 2 Apr: Friday, Good Friday
  • 4 Apr: Sunday, Easter Sunday
  • 25 Apr: Sunday, Liberty Day
  • 1 May: Saturday, Labor Day / May Day
  • 3 Jun: Thursday, Corpus Christi
  • 10 Jun: Thursday, Portugal Day
  • 15 Aug: Sunday, Assumption of Mary
  • 5 Oct: Tuesday, Republic Implantation
  • 1 Nov: Monday, All Saints' Day
  • 1 Dec: Wednesday, Restoration of Independence
  • 8 Dec: Wednesday, Feast of the Immaculate Conception
  • 25 Dec: Saturday, Christmas Day

Termination Process

Notice Period

  • Employee-Initiated: 30 days
  • Employer-Initiated: 30 days

Severance Pay

Not mandatory; subject to employment agreements

Probation Period

  • Duration: Up to 180 days
  • Extension: Permitted if agreed upon by both parties

Personal Details

Name, contact information, and role of the employee.

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Portugal

Portugal, a member of the European Union, offers a strategic location, skilled workforce, and a favorable climate for business operations. In 2025, the country continues to enhance its economic environment, making it an attractive destination for companies seeking to expand in Southern Europe.
Contractor Management
EOR
Payroll
Contractor of Record
العملة
Euro (EUR)
تردد الرواتب
Monthly
ضرائب أصحاب العمل
26.50%

نظرة عامة

التركيبة السكانية
~10.3 million
اللغة
Portuguese
العاصمة
Lisbon
العملة
Euro (EUR)
رمز الاتصال الدولي
+351
الحد الأدنى للأجور
870 EUR / month
ساعات العمل
8
أيام الأسبوع
Monday to Friday
ساعات العمل اسبوعيا
40 hours

الرواتب

الموظفون برواتب ثابتة
الموظفون بنظام الأجر الزمني
13th Salary
  • Mandatory; paid in June and December
متوسط ​​ضريبة صاحب العمل

26.50%

تحصيل الضرائب

Personal Income Tax (IRS):

Up to €8,059
13%
€8,060 – €12,160
16.5%
€12,161 – €20,300
26.5%
€20,301 – €25,000
35%
€25,001 – €36,800
37%
€36,801 – €80,000
45%
Over €80,000
48%

Corporate Income Tax (IRC):

Standard Rate
20%
Reduced Rate
16% on the first €50,000 of taxable income for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs)

Social Security Contributions:

Employee Contribution
11%
Employer Contribution
23.75%
Total Contribution
34.75%

ضريبة القيمة المضافة

ضريبة القيمة المضافة
  • 23%

حساب الضريبة في Portugal
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تكلفة صاحب العمل
إجمالي تكلفة التوظيف الشهرية
GBP 9,633
إجمالي تكاليف الراتب الشهري
GBP 8,334
الضرائب والمساهمات المقدرة
GBP 8,334
تكلفة الموظف
صافي الراتب الشهري

GBP 5,137
الراتب الشهري الإجمالي
GBP 8,334
الضرائب المقدرة والضمان الاجتماعي
GBP 8,334
تكلفة صاحب العمل
إجمالي تكلفة التوظيف السنوية
GBP 9,633
إجمالي تكاليف الرواتب السنوية
GBP 8,334
الضرائب والمساهمات المقدرة
GBP 8,334
تكلفة الموظف
صافي الراتب السنوي

GBP 5,137
الراتب السنوي الإجمالي
GBP 8,334
الضرائب المقدرة والضمان الاجتماعي
GBP 8,334
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عملية الانضمام

تشمل عملية التوظيف في Portugal عادة الخطوات التالية لضمان انتقال سلس للموظفين الجدد:

Employment Contract

Must be in writing; include job title, duties, salary, working hours, leave entitlements, and termination conditions

Registration with Authorities

Register the employee with the Social Security Institute (Segurança Social)

Payroll Setup

Ensure accurate calculation and withholding of taxes and social security contributions

Employee Documentation

Collect personal identification, bank account details, and tax information

Workplace Policies

Provide access to company policies, health and safety guidelines, and any applicable collective agreements

Pre-boarding

Pre-boarding

Pre-boarding

العناصر الأساسية في عقد العمل في Portugal
عند إعداد عقد عمل للموظفين في Portugal يجب تضمين العناصر الأساسية التالية:

Personal Details

Name, contact information, and role of the employee.

سياسات إجازات الموظفين

الإجازات المرضية
  • Paid by employer for the first 30 days; thereafter, by Social Security
إجازة الأمومة
  • 120 days (fully paid)

إجازة الأبوة
  • 20 days (fully paid)

Parental Leave:

  • Up to 180 days; can be shared between parents
الإجازة السنوية
  •  22 working days per year

12 عطلات رسمية في Portugal

Note: Some holidays may be observed regionally or on different dates.

1st
New Year's Day
18th
Good Friday
20th
Easter Sunday
25th
Freedom Day
1st
Labor Day
10th
Portugal Day
19th
Corpus Christi
15th
Assumption Day
5th
Republic Day
1st
All Saints' Day
1st
Restoration of Independence
8th
Immaculate Conception
  • 1 Jan: Friday, New Year's Day
  • 2 Apr: Friday, Good Friday
  • 4 Apr: Sunday, Easter Sunday
  • 25 Apr: Sunday, Liberty Day
  • 1 May: Saturday, Labor Day / May Day
  • 3 Jun: Thursday, Corpus Christi
  • 10 Jun: Thursday, Portugal Day
  • 15 Aug: Sunday, Assumption of Mary
  • 5 Oct: Tuesday, Republic Implantation
  • 1 Nov: Monday, All Saints' Day
  • 1 Dec: Wednesday, Restoration of Independence
  • 8 Dec: Wednesday, Feast of the Immaculate Conception
  • 25 Dec: Saturday, Christmas Day

عملية إنهاء العقود

Notice Period

  • Employee-Initiated: 30 days
  • Employer-Initiated: 30 days

Severance Pay

Not mandatory; subject to employment agreements

Probation Period

  • Duration: Up to 180 days
  • Extension: Permitted if agreed upon by both parties

Personal Details

Name, contact information, and role of the employee.

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Challenges of Remote Hiring in _

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نمِّ فريقك في Portugal
مع ريموت باس

Portugal offers a stable and attractive environment for businesses seeking to expand in Southern Europe. RemotePass simplifies the process of hiring and managing employees in Portugal, ensuring compliance with local laws, handling payroll and benefits, and providing a seamless experience for both employers and employees.

يصبح بناء فريق عالمي وتوسيعه مهمة سهلة مع ريموت باس. منصتنا تبسّط تعقيدات التوظيف والرواتب والامتثال القانوني في أكثر من 150 دولة، بما في ذلك Portugal.

مع ريموت باس، يمكنك ضم الموظفين الدوليين بسرعة، وإدارة الرواتب، وضمان الامتثال القانوني، وتقديم مزايا تنافسية — كل ذلك من مكان واحد. ركّز على تنمية أعمالك، ودع المهام الإدارية والقانونية علينا.

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