For tax residents in Portugal, filing your personal tax return isn’t just an obligation. It’s also an opportunity to make a difference. Thanks to a process called income tax consignment, you can choose to donate 0.5% of your payable tax to a charitable organisation, rather than letting the Government keep it. This year, our team have collated a selection of 10 amazing charities that you can support directly through this initiative.
Not only does this provide vital funds for charitable causes, but it also allows you to play an active role in supporting communities and initiatives that truly matter. And with our teams’ expert guidance, navigating this process has never been easier.
Why income tax consignment is a game-changer
Income tax consignment is a unique and impactful way to give back to society without requiring you to make an additional monetary contribution. Here’s how it works in Portugal:
- 0.5% for good: taxpayers can assign 0.5% of their payable Income Tax (IRS) to a non-profit organisation.
- Optional but valuable: it’s entirely your choice. If you don’t wish to make a charitable donation, that 0.5% will stay with the Tax Authority.
- No extra cost: this donation doesn’t affect the amount of tax you owe or any potential refund you’re entitled to.
- Even with zero tax owed: even if your tax bill amounts to zero, you can still donate from other taxable sources.
By making a small decision while filing your tax return, you’re contributing to a larger impact for your chosen cause.
Our teams’ handpicked charities
This year, our team carefully selected 10 charities to ensure there’s something for everyone to feel passionately about. These organisations cover a range of causes, from animal welfare to health, community well-being, and more.
Here are the incredible organisations you can choose to support through your income tax consignment:
- Associação Humanitária de Bombeiros Voluntários de Arrifana; support the brave volunteer firefighters who protect and serve local communities in Arrifana.
- Associação Portuguesa Apoio à VÃtima; help provide support to victims of violence and promote advocacy for safer communities.
- Acreditar – Associação de Pais e Amigos das Crianças com Cancro; stand with children battling cancer and their families by aiding this organisation’s vital work.
- Centro Paroquial e Social de S.Martinho do Campo; assist in funding community programmes focusing on social welfare and education.
- Coração Azul – Associação Juvenil de Apoio aos Animais; help provide care, rescue, and rehoming for animals in need while promoting animal rights.
- Eu C̣osigo РInterven̵̤es Assistidas por Animais; support animal-assisted therapy programmes that change lives, from improving mental health to aiding individuals with trauma.
- Liga Nacional Contra a Fome (LNCF); contribute to the fight against hunger and aid efforts to eradicate food poverty across Portugal.
- Senhores Bichinhos – Associação de Protecção aos Animais; donate to an organisation dedicated to rescuing and protecting stray animals.
- Voluntariado do Hospital de São João (VHSJ); help fund volunteer-led initiatives that support patients and families at São João Hospital.
- XXS РAssocia̤̣o Portuguesa de Apoio ao Beb̩ Prematuro; provide crucial assistance to premature babies and their families, helping them thrive against the odds.
Each of these organisations works tirelessly to uplift communities, and your 0.5% of tax consignment could make a meaningful difference to their efforts.
Why choose to donate?
By choosing a charity to support, you’re not only helping to fund invaluable programmes but also encouraging social responsibility and connecting with a greater purpose. It’s a simple yet powerful way to contribute to society without any extra financial burden on you.
Assistance with filing a tax return
Navigating the tax return process in Portugal can feel complex, especially for first-timers. That’s where our team steps in. We’re always accepting requests to assist with personal tax returns, as long as you get in touch at least 3-weeks before the official deadline of 30th June.
Our services include:
- Helping you understand and comply with Portuguese tax regulations
- Guiding you through the income tax consignment process seamlessly
- Ensuring accurate and timely submissions on the AT Portal
- Providing tailored recommendations on optimising your tax strategy
Frequently asked questions
What happens if I don’t choose a charity?
If you don’t select a charity for your tax donation, the Tax Authority will retain the 0.5% of your paid taxes. Your tax submission will still be processed as usual.
Can I split my donation between multiple charities?
Unfortunately, no. You can only select one organisation per year for your income tax consignment.
Can you handle my tax return if I’m not physically located in Portugal?
Yes! Whether you’re in Portugal or abroad, our experienced team is equipped to manage your tax return on your behalf.
Make a positive change today
Taxes may not be optional, but how you allocate a portion of them can be. Joining this initiative each year doesn’t just keep your tax affairs in order; it also fuels change in the areas of society where it’s needed the most.
