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OE2027. Tax expenditure with exemptions for life insurance increases 180 million

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Briefings

Portuguese fiscal policy increased life insurance premiums tax by 180 million euros in 2027, raising total state expenditure by 524.4 million euros compared to 2026 projections. This measure, introduced in 2000, exempts premium and commission payments from the Stamp Duty, targeting long-term savings and financial protection. The 2027 figure reflects actual 2025 expenditure rather than a new transfer, representing a 5.6% increase over the previous year's recorded level.

Key points

• The Stamp Duty exemption on life insurance premiums and commissions will generate 524.4 million euros in state expenditure for 2027.
• This represents an increase of 180 million euros from the 2026 budget estimate, calculated against actual 2025 expenditure figures.

Context

The Stamp Duty exemption on life insurance premiums and commissions was introduced in 2000 to favor financial protection and long-term savings. It applies to all life insurance operations, including risk insurance, savings products, and investment-linked funds. The 2027 figure reflects actual 2025 expenditure rather than a new transfer, representing a 5.6% increase over the previous year's recorded level.

Limitations

The evidence covers fiscal expenditure estimates for 2027 only. It does not include future budget allocations, implementation timelines, or specific operational details of the exemption mechanism. The 2025 expenditure figure used for comparison is an estimate, not a finalized audit result.

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