Explore the vibrant innovation landscape driving entrepreneurship in Portugal
20% of startups (940+)
€480M investment in 2024
15% of startups (700+)
€375M investment in 2024
10% of startups (470+)
€250M investment in 2024
10% of startups (470+)
€225M investment in 2024
12% of startups (560+)
€300M investment in 2024
8% of startups (380+)
€190M investment in 2024
148% increase in 2024 (€2.5B), with 65% from foreign investors. Top countries include US, UK, Germany, and Spain.
80% of startups target EU, US, and Portuguese-speaking markets. 35% have opened international offices within 3 years of founding.
140,000+ tech professionals, 15% annual growth, 1,000+ via Tech Visa. Remote talent programs attracting global workforce.
9,500+ STEM graduates annually, 40% in tech fields. Strong university-industry partnerships driving innovation.
Zero crypto tax, Startup Visa, and competitive stock options tax regime. €200M Venture Capital funds supported by Portugal 2030.
Access to 300M Portuguese-speaking and 500M EU markets. Gateway between Europe, Americas, and Africa.
Web Summit (80,000+ attendees), Portugal Tech Week (300+ events), and 50+ regular tech meetups across the country.
Recent funding rounds: Bloop (€1.3M), DOJO AI (€816K), Storming Universe (€690K). Unicorns include Farfetch, Feedzai, and Talkdesk.
Join the ecosystem via Startup Portugal or IAPMEI to access support programs and funding opportunities.
Data sources: Startup Portugal, IAPMEI, Web Summit, Armilar Venture Partners, Portugal Fintech Report 2024/2025.