Incentives

At UHY, we have a specialized incentives consulting team ready to support companies in identifying, applying for, and managing EU funds and national support. Our experience spans sectors such as research and development, internationalization, technology, medical and physical sciences, agriculture, agribusiness, industrial production, and public and private infrastructure.

 

The incentives framework is complex and requires in-depth knowledge of the regulatory and procedural framework, as well as an integrated approach that combines financial, fiscal, and sustainability components. We work with companies to structure robust applications, prepare detailed business plans, and align projects with ESG criteria, increasing credibility and the likelihood of approval.

 

Our methodology covers every stage of the process, from identifying financing opportunities to submitting applications and managing reimbursement requests. The goal is to ensure that each investment accesses the best support conditions and that companies fully leverage the available incentives to boost their growth and competitiveness.

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Portugal 2030

Portugal 2030 is the new Community Support Framework that mobilizes European funds to boost Portugal’s economic, social, and territorial development until the end of the decade.

 

Through various regional and thematic programs, Portugal 2030 supports companies in the fields of innovation, qualification, internationalization, digital and climate transition, as well as in strengthening competitiveness and territorial cohesion.

 

At UHY, we support companies from all sectors in identifying the most suitable financing opportunities, as well as in the preparation, submission, and management of applications for Portugal 2030, including:

 

  • Analysis of eligibility and strategic framework;
 
  • Identification of the most suitable programs and calls for proposals;
 
  • Preparation of technical and financial applications;
 
  • Support during project evaluation and negotiation;
 
  • Support in the execution, monitoring, and reporting of the approved project;
 
  • Ensuring compliance with audit and control rules for Community funds.

PRR – Recovery and resilience plan

The RRP is a national investment program, funded by the European Union, that aims to promote a robust, sustainable, and resilient economic recovery.

 

 

The RRP focuses on three strategic dimensions:

 

 

  • Resilience
  • Climate Transition
  • Digital Transition
 

The plan covers multiple areas of support for companies, including innovation and technology, decarbonization, human resource training, process digitalization, energy efficiency, sustainable mobility, and much more.

 

 

At UHY, we offer specialized and comprehensive support so that your company can benefit from RRP support effectively and with full compliance, including:

 

 

  • Identification of available financing opportunities;
 
  • Analysis of project eligibility and eligibility;
 
  • Preparation and submission of the application;
 
  • Monitoring the physical and financial execution of the project;
 
  • Support for compliance with reporting, auditing, and control obligations;
 
  • Mitigation of non-compliance risks.

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RAFI – Support regime for the restructuring and reconversion of economic activities

RAFI is a financial support scheme created to promote the restructuring, conversion, and revitalization of companies, especially in economically disadvantaged areas or those affected by sectoral, environmental, or technological transitions.

 

This mechanism aims to promote economic diversification, productive innovation, and the creation of sustainable jobs by supporting the transformation of business models and the adaptation of companies to new market contexts.

 

Companies can benefit from support for:

 

  • Restructuring and modernization of production processes;
  • Reconversion of industrial and commercial units;
  • Investment in new areas of activity or products/services;
  • Human resource training and qualification initiatives;
  • Energy and digital transition projects;
  • Strategic repositioning in value chains.
 

Companies of any size are eligible to apply, with emphasis on those located in areas affected by economic conversion, industrial decarbonization, or the closure of structural activities, such as coal-fired power plants or declining traditional industries.

 

UHY supports your company throughout all phases of the application and implementation process, focusing on maximizing support and mitigating risks:

 

  • Strategic diagnosis and eligibility analysis;
  • Structuring the conversion or restructuring project;
  • Preparation and submission of the application;
  • Technical and financial monitoring of project execution;
  • Audit preparation and compliance with regulatory obligations.

SIFIDE – System of tax incentives for business research and development

SIFIDE is a tax benefit created to support companies that carry out research and development (R&D) activities within Brazil.

 

This incentive allows a significant portion of R&D costs to be deducted from corporate income tax (IRC), promoting innovation and business competitiveness. In some cases, the investment recovery can reach up to 82.5%.

 

All companies, regardless of size or sector, that carry out R&D activities that qualify under SIFIDE, such as:

 

  • Development of new products, processes, or services;
  • Significant improvements to existing technologies;
  • R&D projects in partnership with entities in the scientific and technological system.
 

UHY supports your company in maximizing the tax benefit, with full technical and fiscal compliance:

 

  • Analysis of eligibility of activities and expenses;
  • Inventory and classification of R&D costs;
  • Preparation of the supporting technical and fiscal dossier;
  • Submission of the application to ANI – National Innovation Agency;
  • Monitoring the validation process and, if necessary, support in audits or requests for clarification.

CFEI II – Extraordinary tax credit for investment II

CFEI II is an extraordinary tax incentive created to stimulate business investment in Portugal, promoting economic recovery and strengthening corporate competitiveness.

 

This regime allows companies to deduct up to 20% of their investments from their corporate income tax (IRC) collection, provided they meet certain eligibility conditions.

 

Companies eligible for CFEI II are:

 

  • Those with income taxable for corporate income tax purposes;
  • Those that make significant investments in tangible or intangible fixed assets between the dates established by the regime (e.g., between July 1, 2023, and December 31, 2024, according to the most recent version);
  • Those that maintain jobs for a specified period after the investment.
  • Eligible expenses may include:
  • Acquisition of machinery and production equipment;
  • Acquisition of software and digital technologies;
  • Construction or renovation of facilities directly related to the activity;
  • Investments in innovation or energy efficiency.
  • Benefit limit: up to 70% of IRPJ revenue collected in each tax period.
 

UHY provides a comprehensive technical, tax, and accounting approach so your company can maximize the CFEI II benefit with complete security and compliance:

 

  • Investment eligibility assessment;
  • Tax and accounting planning for the benefit;
  • Support with documentation and expense recording;
  • Preparation of supporting tax dossiers;
  • Assistance with inspections and requests for clarification.

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