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Economy · Funchal · 11 October 2026

Madeira to Maintain 4% VAT on Housing Construction, Lower Corporate Tax

The Regional Government of Madeira announced the continuation of the reduced VAT rate of 4% for housing construction and a decrease in corporate tax to 12.6%.

Madeira to Maintain 4% VAT on Housing Construction, Lower Corporate Tax

The President of the Regional Government, Miguel Albuquerque, announced that Madeira will maintain its fiscal reduction policy, notably the 4% VAT rate for controlled-cost housing construction.

These measures, aimed at supporting housing access and economic competitiveness, are expected to be included in the Region's 2027 Budget. Albuquerque reiterated economic growth as a priority, underpinned by private investment and business support.

Furthermore, Corporate Income Tax (IRC) will be lowered to 12.6%, with a goal of reaching 10% by the end of the legislative term, enhancing the island's fiscal attractiveness and job creation.

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