Portugal 2030 represents the most significant package of European funding available to Portuguese businesses this decade. With an overall allocation of more than 23 billion euros, this EU funding framework opens up unprecedented opportunities for SMEs looking to invest in modernisation, innovation and internationalisation.
The Main Incentive Programmes
PT2030 is structured around several incentive schemes, each directed at specific business development objectives.
SI Inovação Produtiva (Productive Innovation Incentive)
Designed for productive innovation investment projects, this programme supports the introduction of new products, processes or business models. Incentive rates can reach 65% for micro and small enterprises in less developed regions.
SI Qualificação e Internacionalização (Qualification and Internationalisation Incentive)
This scheme focuses on strengthening business capabilities, including digitalisation, workforce training, quality certification and internationalisation strategies. It is particularly relevant for SMEs seeking to expand into new markets.
SI I&D Empresarial (Business R&D Incentive)
It supports research and development projects, encouraging the creation of new products and services grounded in scientific and technological knowledge.
The success of an application depends as much on the quality of the project as on the ability to demonstrate its impact on the company's growth and competitiveness.
Eligibility Criteria
To access PT2030 incentives, companies must meet a set of fundamental requirements:
- Be legally incorporated and registered in Portugal
- Be in good standing with the Portuguese Tax Authority and Social Security
- Operate under the organised accounting regime (contabilidade organizada)
- Demonstrate economic and financial viability
- Show the capacity to self-fund their share of the project
Tips for a Successful Application
Approval rates vary considerably depending on the quality of preparation. At Ravina Promissora, we have identified the following critical factors:
- Early planning: begin preparations at least six months before the call for applications opens
- Robust feasibility studies: demonstrate the financial sustainability of the investment
- Clear metrics: define measurable, realistic impact indicators
- Specialist advice: engage professionals with proven experience in structuring applications
Our team has a proven track record in securing approvals, with a success rate of over 85% across the projects we support.