IRS Jovem 2025/2026 — Portugal Youth Tax Exemption: New Rules and Limits

By Hugo Ribeiro, Certified Accountant · HVR Business Consulting

IRS Jovem Expanded in 2025

The 2025 Budget raised the age limit to 35 and extended the benefit period to 10 years. Progressive exemption: 100% (year 1), 75% (years 2–4), 50% (years 5–7), 25% (years 8–10). Annual income limit: €28,737.50.

Who Qualifies

  • Ages 18–35, not a tax dependent
  • Category A or B income
  • First employment or eligible freelance income

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