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Portugal Cash Rebate

Portugal rebates 25–30% of eligible spend, with the higher rate for low-density regions, subject to an annual fund and per-project caps.

Administered by
ICA — Instituto do Cinema e do Audiovisual
Statute
Last verified
2026-06-09

How the program works


Base & uplifts
  • 25% on qualified in-jurisdiction spend
  • • +5% — Low-density / cultural bonus: 30% for filming in low-density interior regions or for qualifying cultural content.
  • Max effective rate: 30%
Qualifying & thresholds
  • • Minimum qualified spend: €0
  • Researched estimate — confirm exact rates, caps, and qualifying-spend rules with the film office before relying on these numbers.
  • • CPA / state audit required

How it becomes cash


cash rebate

This is a cash rebate. After a CPA audit and compliance sign-off, the state pays you directly — the headline figure is the cash.

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This is an estimate, not advice.

Every number here is an estimate generated from published program rules and your inputs. Programs change with each legislative session, and qualification depends on details a calculator can't see. This is not tax, legal, or financial advice. Before you make a financing decision, confirm everything with the state film office and a qualified CPA and entertainment attorney.