Portuguese Tax Commentary For Journalists
Telmo Ramos is the founder of Taxbordr, an international tax advisory firm in Portugal that advises individuals and companies with Portuguese tax exposure. He is available for on-the-record commentary, background briefings, and data notes on Portuguese residency, the IFICI regime, and cross-border treaty coordination.
Telmo Ramos, Founder And Tax Adviser
Telmo Ramos is the founder of Taxbordr and signs its Tax Position Reviews and advisory memoranda. He is an economist and a member of the Ordem dos Economistas (Cédula n.º 16379). He worked at KPMG Luxembourg, then at EY Portugal.
Taxbordr advises only on Portuguese tax law, Portuguese social security contributions where engaged, and the tax treaties that bind Portugal.
- Ordem dos Economistas · Cédula n.º 16379
- KPMG Luxembourg · Prior employment
- EY Portugal · Prior employment
What Telmo Can Comment On
Commentary on the Portuguese law in force and the tax treaties that bind Portugal, with the statutory source for each point and a note of the date the law was checked.
Portuguese tax residency triggers
The 183-day rule, permanent-home tests, and the residency start date that determines your worldwide exposure in Portugal.
The IFICI regime
Eligibility, qualifying occupations, the 20% flat rate on relevant income, and how the 2024 NHR closure reshaped expat tax planning.
Cross-border treaty coordination
Terminated and renegotiated treaties, including the Swedish and Finnish cases, and how Portugal relieves double taxation for its residents.
Foreign pensions in Portugal
How foreign pension income is taxed once the recipient is resident in Portugal, and how the tax treaties allocate it.
Complex asset reporting
Crypto holdings, foreign companies, trusts, and the Portuguese reporting obligations that catch expats by surprise.
Arrival in Portugal: the first tax year
When Portuguese tax residence starts, what the first Portuguese return must report, and which registrations have deadlines.
Reach Telmo Directly
For a quote, a figure check or a background briefing, email or message us and say it is a press enquiry.