We are US Citizens, considering obtaining GV through either investment or donation options. We are also home owners in PT, but do not have NHR status. We are not tax residents in PT and have limited our stays to 90/180 days. My husband works full-time in US, I do not work, but we both have investment income. My questions are:
- Can we file married but separate in PT so I avoid paying taxes on his salary? In the US we file jointly. We will both apply for GV, but he will not be in PT more than 90/180 days.
- Regarding investment income- all my research indicates it is taxed at a flat rate of 28%. If we are paying at a higher level in the US, will we get a full credit in Portugal to avoid double taxation? That seems way too easy. We are researching tax attorneys to consult with, but Iām just trying to get some preliminary answers.
Thank you for any insight.