Europe's regulatory landscape continues to evolve at pace, and 2026 brings with it a set of new obligations that Portuguese companies need to understand and put into practice. Falling short can mean substantial fines and lasting reputational damage.
GDPR: Tougher Enforcement
The CNPD (Comissão Nacional de Proteção de Dados, Portugal's data protection authority) has stepped up its enforcement activity, with particular scrutiny of how employee and customer data is processed. Companies should make sure their consent processes and retention policies are fully up to date.
Sustainability Reporting (CSRD)
The Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) is progressively widening its scope. From 2026, companies with more than 250 employees are required to publish audited sustainability reports.
What to Report
- Environmental impact and carbon footprint
- Corporate governance practices
- Diversity and inclusion policies
- Value chain and due diligence
Compliance is no longer a cost — it has become a competitive advantage. Compliant companies attract more investment and command greater trust in the market.
Anti-Money Laundering
Anti-money laundering obligations have been tightened, most notably around the identification of beneficial owners and the duty to report suspicious transactions.
Your 2026 Compliance Checklist
- Audit your personal data processing activities
- Assess which ESG reporting obligations apply to you
- Update your anti-money laundering policies
- Review contracts with suppliers and service providers
- Train staff on the new obligations
- Appoint a compliance officer (where applicable)
Ravina Promissora provides compliance audits and hands-on support in implementing compliance programmes tailored to the realities of each business.