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For freelancers, self-employed workers, and small businesses in Portugal, staying on top of quarterly VAT (IVA) obligations  is essential to avoid penalties and ensure smooth financial operations. This guide focuses specifically on Q3 2025 . Who Must Submit Quarterly VAT (IVA)? The quarterly IVA regime  is typically used by: Businesses with an annual turnover below €650,000 Freelancers and self-employed workers (recibos verdes) Small enterprises that prefer less frequent repo

If you’re starting your activity or planning to grow your business, understanding the differences between the Simplified Regime  and Organized Accounting (Contabilidade Organizada)  is essential. What Is the Simplified Regime and Organized Accounting? The Simplified Regime  is the default system assigned by the Portuguese Tax Authority for most freelancers when they open an activity. Key Characteristics of Simplified Regime and Organized Accounting: Automatically assigned  up

Are you a freelancer (trabalhador independente) in Portugal and unsure how to declare your Social Security contributions? Navigating the Portuguese Social Security system can be confusing for self-employed professionals, especially when it comes to quarterly declarations and adjusting your contribution amounts. In this guide, we’ll walk you through everything you need to know to declare Social Security in Portugal as a freelancer , step by step. Table of Contents Understandin