Considered one of the world’s most attractive cities to live and invest in, Lisbon has been named the ‘Best City Break Destination’ by the World Travel Awards for three years in a row since 2017. Host to the largest technology conference in the world, Web Summit, since 2016, the city will see an additional €2bn being added to the economy over the next decade. Offering many incentives and opportunities for entrepreneurs, Lisbon is also widely known for its unbeatable quality of life.

One of the most beautiful cities in the world, Lisbon elegantly mixes tradition with modernity. With great infrastructure, easy access and affordable prices, plus amazing beaches and an average 300 days of sunshine per year, Lisbon is the perfect place to enjoy life outdoors.

​The Portuguese economy has grown steadily since the crisis in 2008 and the real estate market has followed this rhythm. The combination of tax incentives for investors, policies to support new businesses and the wave of regeneration throughout the city has been changing the urban landscape and cultural environment for the better.

Prices are rising in Lisbon, yet well-located properties still have enormous potential for capital gain. When compared to values in other major European capitals, the average price per sqm in Lisbon is still low, especially considering the continued public and private investment pouring into everything from infrastructure to businesses.

The Portuguese government offers various incentive programmes for new businesses. Added to the low cost of living in Lisbon, it’s no wonder that the city has been attracting more and more young entrepreneurs, generating a new wave of startups and businesses, stimulated by the Non Habitual Resident (NHR) fiscal incentives programme, one of the most interesting in Europe.

The removal of inheritance tax in 2004, plus fiscal benefits for retirees and low or even no taxation on profits and dividends generated outside of Portugal has brought a new type of immigration to the country. The new wave of “Lisboetas” are qualified professionals looking to have a fantastic quality of life whilst investing wisely and securely.

The Portuguese Golden Visa programme allows its subscribers work and obtain temporary residence permits, as well as permitting full usage of the public health and education systems in all countries within the Schengen area. It’s a fast track to a European passport via investment in real estate (it takes five years) and today over €5bn has been invested in the country through the programme since its launch in 2012, attracting a wave of smart and visionary international investors to Portugal.

With tourism having risen by over 50% between 2012 and 2019, the demand for short and long-term rentals keeps rising, with major new business centres being added to the city.

With Lisbon set to benefit from over €9bn in public and private investment by 2030, the city is well on its way to boosting entrepreneurship, improving its environment and generally elevating the quality of life here.

With a thriving economy and one of the lowest unemployment rates in Europe, Lisbon is the future home of what will be the world’s largest startup hub - the 100,000 sqm Hub Criativo Beato. Other major business hubs include the Alcântara Complex, Exeo Campus and the forthcoming K-Tower. Together, these will create 100,000 jobs for the city. Plus, major international companies such as Google and Amazon have opened offices in Lisbon.

Ranked as Europe’s 13th best healthcare system in 2018, ahead of the United Kingdom and Spain, Portugal is investing heavily in new medical facilities. Lisbon will see two new hospitals and a major cancer research centre, worth over €480m.

After over a decade of research and planning, Lisbon will construct a new airport in Montijo. Expected by 2023, this project is worth over €1bn and will double the city’s capacity to 43 million passengers per year.

Named the European Green Capital of 2020, Lisbon is planning ahead and improving its public transport. Two new subway stations, two new train stations and several bus and tram services will be added in the upcoming years. Lisbon also has 1,500 shared bicycles and a flourishing network of cycle paths which will soon span 200km.

Lisbon’s arts and culture scene continues to evolve too and the city hall has announced an investment of over €80m in new arts facilities. Meanwhile, the Cultural Centre of Belém (CCB) and the International Exhibit Lisbon Centre (FIL) are undergoing expansion.