Talent Pipeline & Skills Base
Portugal boasts a robust STEM talent pool, with approximately 90,000 engineering and STEM graduates annually and many pursued degrees in computer science and engineering—representing 28% of university graduates
The ICT sector contributes nearly 10% to GDP, employs 80,000+ people, and is expected to generate over €900 million in software development turnover.
As of 2024, Portugal supports around 230,000 ICT specialists, equating to roughly 4.5% of the national workforce.
Policy Framework & Quality of Life
- Portugal's Startup Visa offers a fast-track, under-30-day pathway to residency for entrepreneurs—often without heavy investment requirements—and includes family provisions
- Tax perks like the Non-Habitual Resident (NHR) regime, R&D tax credits, and patent box incentives provide strong fiscal appeal
- Quality of life amplifies Portugal’s draw: fourth safest country, a pleasant climate, lower living costs, and an inclusive culture make it ideal for international migrants and remote workers
If you're considering hiring tech talent in Portugal, join us for an informative webinar dedicated to hiring tech talent in Portugal on September 11th at 7pm Lisbon time.
We will receive the team at Innovaira, specializing in providing elite Portuguese software developers to global clients.
This is an free event that will take place through Zoom. We will provide you with the link and password to access the virtual meeting room after you complete the registration process.
