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Portugal Tax Information

23% IVA (standard)

IVA is 23% standard (mainland), 13% reduced, 6% super-reduced. Different rates in Azores/Madeira.

Translator Services to Invoice

  • Document translation
  • Website localization
  • Legal translation
  • Medical translation
  • Technical translation
  • Interpretation
  • Proofreading

Invoice Requirements in Portugal

NIF number
Business address
Client NIF
Invoice number
IVA breakdown
Total

Payment Terms

50% upfront for new clients, balance on delivery. Net 30 for agencies.

Pronto pagamento30 dias60 diasFim do mês

Payment Methods in Portugal

Transferência bancáriaMB WayPayPalCartão de crédito

Translator Invoice Tips

  • Specify language pair
  • Include word count
  • Note certification if applicable
  • Reference source documents
  • Document rush fees

Frequently Asked Questions

What tax rate applies to translator invoices in Portugal?

Portugal has 23% IVA (standard). IVA is 23% standard (mainland), 13% reduced, 6% super-reduced. Different rates in Azores/Madeira.

What payment methods are common for translators in Portugal?

Common payment methods in Portugal include: Transferência bancária, MB Way, PayPal, Cartão de crédito. 50% upfront for new clients, balance on delivery. Net 30 for agencies.

What should translator invoices include in Portugal?

Your invoice should include: NIF number, Business address, Client NIF, Invoice number. For translator services specifically, also include: Document translation, Website localization, Legal translation.

How should translators price their work?

Per word, per page, or hourly. Rates vary by language pair and specialization.

What should translation invoices include?

Language pair, word count, document type, certification (if applicable), and turnaround.

What IVA rates apply?

Mainland: 23%, 13%, 6%. Azores: 16%, 9%, 4%. Madeira: 22%, 12%, 5%.