YOU NEED to KNOW ABOUT INVESTING in PORTUGAL the Property Handbook
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ALL YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT INVESTING IN PORTUGAL The Property Handbook THIRD EDITION The INTRO Property DUCTION Handbook Introduction At a Glance ANA MENDES GODINHO Secretary of State of Tourism 1 Macroeconomic Picture 2 Territorial Division and Demographics ALL YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT Today Portugal is enjoying unique conditions and we are one of the most attractive destinations in the world for those looking to travel, live, INVESTING IN PORTUGAL 3 Investment Market Overview invest or work abroad. The world is taking a close look at us: hospitality, cuisine, wine, innovation, light, culture, climate and cities with “good vibes”. 4 Occupiers Market Overview The international media never tires of “discovering” this Portugal that surprises visitors: either because of its political, social and economic stability or because of its ability to find alternative paths to an austerity that has proved to be ineffective, or because of what they have heard 5 Property Title of other people’s unforgettable experiences of the broad range of things on offer in Portugal. What Portugal offers matches today’s definition of luxury: authenticity, innovation and creativity. 6 Lease Tourism has made a decisive contribution to this dynamism. In 2017 the provisional figures point to new records, with over 20,6 million tourists, 57,5 million overnight stays and 15,200 million euros in revenue, representing an annual increase of 19.5%, the highest in absolute terms in the last two decades. 7 Real Estate Transactions Tourism also plays a crucial role in creating jobs as a result of the tourist trade spreading across the year and the decrease in the VAT rate on 8 Financing catering services. In fact, 2016 saw a reversal of the downward trend in employment recorded from 2011 to2015. The reduction of VAT in restaurant services 9 Planning and Licensing also contributed to the numbers: creation of more than 57.000 jobs since the beginning of 2016. We are perfectly aware of the importance of tourism to conveying Portugal’s image, and we have use it to promote Portugal as a must-see 10 Renovation Regime destination not only somewhere to visit but also to work, live and invest. Real estate is undoubtedly one of the investment anchors. ‘11 Foreign Investment We have sought to attract foreign investment, particularly through international promotional campaigns as well as the digital channel “livinginportugal” which has had over a million visitors, at a monthly rate of around 29,000. 12 Golden Visa The property market is showing the green shoots of a recovery. In 2017 house sales were up 25%, and stood at 152,000. Of these 25% were purchased by foreigners, especially Brazilian, French and British citizens, following the trends in tourist demand. 13 Non Habitual Residents Tax Portugal is increasingly seen as a safe place, either because of the political and economic stability or the tax edge established in 2009, or Regime because of the climate, the cost of living, the cuisine, the ability to integrate people, safety, and the health and education systems. We are a safe, sunny, hospitable and multicultural country that has ever better air links to various continents, all year round. From 2016 till now Portugal secured over 150 new air routes to various key investor markets, namely the USA, China, Brazil, Canada, France, Italy and Scandinavia. Contacts This has clear implications for foreign investment. 2 The last two years (from January 2016 to December 2017) were responsible for 48% of total residence permits for investors (ARI) were issued The out of all such permits issued since they were created in 2012. Property Portugal has earned a growing reputation that has also led to an increase in the number of international awards and prizes received. We have gone from 150 prizes in 2015 to 2115 in 2017. The international notoriety also continues to increase. In 2016 were published about 15.900 Handbook articles and in 2017 more than 27.000. This year Portugal was voted the: • 3rd safest country in the world Introduction • No.1 destination worldwide for retired persons • Europe’s no.1 country in terms of expat quality of life At a Glance • Best European Destination • Best Destination of the World • The world’s premier destination for young expats The duty of ensuring these fine results continue rests in all our hands. We will continue the work we have been doing, focusing on the critical factors for attracting investment: 1 Macroeconomic Picture • Political, economic and social stability 2 Territorial Division and • Simplification Demographics • Skilled human resources • Availability of financial instruments ALL YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT INVESTING IN PORTUGAL 3 Investment Market Overview • Competitive air services • Promoting Portugal as a place to visit, live, invest and work • Market diversification 4 Occupiers Market Overview Working together, taking advantage of people’s synergies, because we have common goals. 5 Property Title We are aware of the many challenges ahead, but we are confident that the path we are all following will lead to clear successes and place Portugal on investors’ maps. 6 Lease 7 Real Estate Transactions 8 Financing 9 Planning and Licensing 10 Renovation Regime ‘11 Foreign Investment 12 Golden Visa 13 Non Habitual Residents Tax Regime Contacts 3 The Property Handbook Logistics Total Stock Occupiers Market Prime Yield (Q4 2017) Introduction Investment Turnover (2017) Office (Gross) High Street (Gross) Gross Take-Up (2017) 10 yr Average Take-Up (2008-2017) At a Glance €2.2 2.1 billion Vacancy Rate (Q4 2017) Gross Take-Up (2017) 10 yr Average Investment Turnover (2008-2017) Shopping Centre (Net) Logistics (Gross) 14% 10 yr Average Take-Up (2008-2017) Prime Rent (Q4 2017) 4.75% Vacancy Rate (Q4 2017) 1 Macroeconomic Picture 5% Prime Rent (Q4 2017) 2 Territorial Division and Demographics ALL YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT INVESTING IN PORTUGAL 3 Investment Market Overview Gross Take-Up (2017) 10 yr Average Take-Up (2008-2017) 4 Occupiers Market Overview 5 Property Title Vacancy Rate (Q4 2017) Gross Take-Up (2017) 10 yr Average Take-Up (2008-2017) 8.6% Annual Average Growth (2007-2016) Overnight Stays (2017) Occupancy Rate Per Room (2017) 6 Lease Beds Supply Overnight Stays CBD Prime Rent (Q4 2017) CBD Prime Rent (Q4 2017) 2.3% 3.4% 57 7 Real Estate Transactions €14 66.7% 8 Financing 9 Planning and Licensing 10 Renovation Regime Total Stock in Retail Schemes (Q4 2017) Lisbon High Street Prime Rent (Q4 2017) Lisbon Prime Locations Chiado Average Sales Price of New Homes ‘11 Foreign Investment Av. Liberdade 3.7 (in 2000) 12 Golden Visa Rua Augusta sq m 13 Non Habitual Residents Tax Total Stock in Shopping Centres (Q4 2017) Sales Contracts (2017)* Regime 2.9 Porto High Street Prime Rent (Q4 2017) Porto Prime Locations (in 2002) R. de Santa Catarina sq m New houses concluded (2017)* Housing Price Change (2016-2017)* Shopping Centre Prime Rent (Q4 2017) CLERIGOS 9% Contacts 4 *CBRE estimate The Property Handbook Logistics Total Stock Occupiers Market Prime Yield (Q4 2017) Investment Turnover (2017) Office (Gross) IntroductionHigh Street (Gross) Gross Take-Up (2017) 10 yr Average Take-Up (2008-2017) €2.2 At a Glance 2.1 billion Vacancy Rate (Q4 2017) Gross Take-Up (2017) 10 yr Average Investment Turnover (2008-2017) Shopping Centre (Net) Logistics (Gross) 14% 10 yr Average Take-Up (2008-2017) Prime Rent (Q4 2017) 4.75% Vacancy Rate (Q4 2017) 1 Macroeconomic Picture 5% (Q4 2017) 2 Territorial Division and Prime Rent Demographics ALL YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT INVESTING IN PORTUGAL 3 Investment Market Overview Gross Take-Up (2017) 10 yr Average Take-Up (2008-2017) 4 Occupiers Market Overview Vacancy Rate (Q4 20175) Property TitleGross Take-Up (2017) 10 yr Average Take-Up (2008-2017) 8.6% Annual Average Growth (2007-2016) Overnight Stays (2017) Occupancy Rate Per Room (2017) 6 Lease Beds Supply Overnight Stays CBD Prime Rent (Q4 2017) 7 Real EstateC BDTransactions Prime Rent (Q4 2017) 2.3% 3.4% 57 €14 66.7% 8 Financing 9 Planning and Licensing 10 Renovation Regime Total Stock in Retail Schemes (Q4 2017) Lisbon High Street Prime Rent (Q4 2017) Lisbon Prime Locations Chiado Average Sales Price of New Homes ‘11 Foreign Investment Av. Liberdade 3.7 (in 2000) 12 Golden Visa Rua Augusta sq m Total Stock in Shopping Centres (Q4 2017) 13 Non Habitual Residents Tax Sales Contracts (2017)* 2.9 Porto High Street PrimeRegime Rent (Q4 2017) Porto Prime Locations (in 2002) R. de Santa Catarina sq m New houses concluded (2017)* Housing Price Change (2016-2017)* Shopping Centre Prime Rent (Q4 2017) CLERIGOS 9% Contacts *CBRE estimate 5 The financing of real estate projects in Portugal is typically secured against the relevant real Foreign Financing estate assets and/or the shares of the property owning company and/or the property There are no limitations to foreign direct investment in real estate in Portugal. LEGAL generated income. Investment The Nevertheless, investors may need to comply with certain tax formalities, particularly in what A mortgage is the most common security provided. In case of breach of repayment obligations regards obtaining a Portuguese taxpayer number, being that investors with tax residence in a non-EU country need to appoint a Portuguese tax representative (either individual or legal Property Full ownership (direito de propriedade) is the most common and the strongest ownership title under a financing arrangement, a mortgage grants the creditor the right to be paid entity) mainly for the purposes of receiving notifications from the Portuguese tax authorities. Property over real estate in Portugal. The full owner of a property is entitled, within the limits of the law, preferentially towards other non-secured creditors, from the proceeds of the sale of the Handbook Title to exclusive rights of use, fruition and disposal of the property, such ownership being unlimited mortgaged property (provided other creditors do not benefit from special privileges, which in time (full ownership would be equivalent to a “freehold” in common law systems and to the would be the case, for instance, of the tax authorities, in respect of property taxes).