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SIFIDE II 2026: Support for direct investment in R&D

SAPO15 September 2026 at 07:03

In 2026, SIFIDE II will continue to be available to Portuguese companies that carry out research and development (R&D) activities. The program maintains its objective of supporting direct investment in R&D by companies.

The operation of the system is provided for in Decree-Law No. 170/2026, of August 21, which establishes the applicable regulations for this fiscal incentive. SIFIDE II is a mechanism that allows companies to deduct research and development expenses from their income tax, thereby encouraging innovation in the business sector.

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