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Researched Updated Oct 31, 2026 Last changed Oct 31, 2026 About guide entries

Essentials

City
Comporta, Alcácer do Sal, Setúbal District, Portugal 1
Population
The parish had 1,094 residents at the 2021 census. Alcácer do Sal municipality had 11,961 residents at the end of 2025. 1 2
Internet Speed
Average 100-200 Mbps via fiber optics (MEO/NOS) in the main village
Currency & Banking
Euro. On 19 October 2026 the ECB reference rate was 1 EUR = 1.1225 USD, so 1 USD = 0.8909 EUR. 3 4
Tap Water
Drinkable and safe 4
Power
230 V, 50 Hz, Type C and Type F (Europlug and Schuko). 4
SIM Card
NOS Tarifário Like is €10 a month for 55 GB, with 1,000 minutes and SMS and 5G included. An eSIM can be activated online immediately. 5
Banking for Expats
Revolut, Wise, and Millennium BCP for local accounts
Accommodation
Boutique hotels, luxury villas, and Eco-lodges (Spacious/Pricey)
Cashless Friendly
Cards are widely accepted; cash is still used in smaller venues and markets. 4
Short Term Rentals
Airbnb, Booking.com, and Alma da Comporta
Budget Accommodation
Comporta Guest House (approx. €80/night off-season)
Best Area to Stay for Tourists
Comporta Village or Pego for beach access
Best Area to Stay for Digital Nomads
Carrasqueira (more authentic, slightly lower prices) or Alcácer do Sal (30 mins inland for better infrastructure)

Working and Networking

Best Coworking Space
No dedicated coworking space showed up in Comporta. Upper Business Center (Rua Torcato José Clavine 9, Almada) is the nearest desk checked: a shared place is €105 a month before VAT. 6
Best Cafe for Work
Colmo Bar (Village center, good Wi-Fi and outdoor seating)
Networking Events
Occasional pop-ups at Quinta da Comporta; regular digital nomad meetups in nearby Lisbon (1h 15m away)
Social Events for Expats
Wine tastings at Herdade da Comporta; 'Expats in Portugal' Facebook groups

Transportation

Best Taxi/Ride App
Uber/Bolt (Limited availability), call 'Táxis de Alcácer' (+351 265 622 173)
Bike/Scooter Rental
Comporta Bikes (Rua do Secador, approx. €15/day)
Best Beach Nearby
Praia da Comporta (5 mins) and Praia do Carvalhal (15 mins) 10
Top Regional Airline
TAP Air Portugal
Top International Airline
TAP Air Portugal, Lufthansa, Emirates (via Lisbon Airport)
Highway Access
N253 connect to A2 (Autoestrada do Sul) to Lisbon or Algarve
Main Train/Transit Hub
Grândola Train Station (25 mins away, Alfa Pendular service)
Public Transport Passes
Rodoviária do Alentejo passes (limited utility; car rental is highly recommended) 7
Regional Travel
Atlantic Ferries from Troia to Setúbal (€5.50 for passengers) 7

Health and Wellness

Best Hospital
Hospital do Litoral Alentejano (Santiago do Cacém, 45 mins away) 8 20
Yoga & Wellness Centers
Yoga Shala Comporta (Praia do Pego, seasonal classes approx. €20)
Gyms & Fitness Centers
Quinta da Comporta Wellness Center (High-end spa and fitness)
Laundry Services
Lavandaria Comporta (Rua do Comércio)

Food and Drink

Best Food Delivery App
Very limited; local restaurants offer 'Take Away' (e.g., Restaurante São João)
Best Local Dish to Try
Arroz de Lingueirão (Razor clam rice) at Dona Bia (€25)
Vegan/Vegetarian Options
Be Comporta (Smoothie bowls and plant-based lunches)
Best Dessert Spots
Eucalyptus (Village square, famous for artisanal ice cream)
Affordable Shopping Spots
Minipreço Comporta (Budget groceries)
E-commerce/Online Store
Amazon.es (Ships to Portugal), Worten.pt
Grocery Delivery
Continente Online (Delivers from Grândola)
Bar/Nightlife Area
Comporta Village (Quiet bars) or Troia (Casino and beach clubs)
Local Brewery
Cerveja Musa (Craft beer found at local beach clubs)
Wine Bars
Gomes Casa de Vinhos & Iguarias (Excellent local Alentejo selection)
Street Food Stalls
Seasonal food trucks near Comporta Beach parking
Popular International Cuisine
Salicórnia (Modern European with local ingredients)

Culture and Attractions

Must-See Landmarks
Cais Palafítico da Carrasqueira (Stilted fisherman's pier) 1 9
Museums & Art Venues
Museu do Arroz (Rice Museum, approx. €5 entry)
Historical Sites
Roman Ruins of Troia (15 mins north)
Religious Sites
Igreja Matriz de Comporta 1
Annual Events
Festas de São João (June), Rice Harvest Festival (September)
Cultural Districts
Carrasqueira Fishing Village
Theater Venues
Teatro Bernardim Ribeiro (Estremoz - Regional hub 1h+ away)
Local Markets
Bairro das Antiguidades (Antique shopping and lifestyle shops)
Music Scene
Sunset DJ sets at Sublime Comporta Beach Club
Street Art
Occasional murals in 'The Pestana' area
Cooking Classes
Cooking workshops at Herdade da Comporta
Art Galleries
Galeria de Arte da Comporta
Historic Buildings
Herdade da Comporta Rice Mills
Local Heritage
Traditional thatch-roofed 'Cabanas'

Nature and Outdoor Activities

Nearby Nature Escapes
Reserva Natural do Estuário do Sado, between Alcácer do Sal, Comporta and Setúbal, managed by ICNF. 11
National Parks Nearby
Parque Natural do Sudoeste Alentejano e Costa Vicentina
Cycling/Walking Paths
Rice Paddy Trails (Miles of flat dirt paths for biking)
Scenic Viewpoints
Troia Peninsula tip looking toward Arrábida Mountains
Birdwatching Locations
Comporta Rice Fields (Flamingos and Storks)
Bonfire-Friendly Spots
Strictly regulated; only permitted in designated pits at lodges like Sublime Comporta

Other Services and Amenities

Parcel Delivery Service
CTT Comporta (Post Office, Rua do Secador)
Tech Repair Services
PC Clinic (Setúbal, requires ferry or drive)
Table Tennis Spots
Found in private villa rentals and luxury estates
Language Classes
Online tutors; private sessions via 'Learn Portuguese' in Lisbon
Libraries & Study Spots
Biblioteca Municipal de Alcácer do Sal (30 mins drive)
Community Centers
Junta de Freguesia de Comporta
Gaming Lounges
None; nearest is in Setúbal or Lisbon
Casino & Gaming Halls
Casino de Tróia, Alameda do Zambujeiro, Marina de Tróia, Carvalhal, Grândola. 12

Business

Studio Purchase Price (City Center)
Approx. €7,500 per m² (e.g., 40 m² = €300,000) - Extremely high due to exclusivity
Studio Purchase Price (Outside City)
Approx. €4,500 per m² in Alcácer do Sal village (e.g., 40 m² = €180,000)
1-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center)
Approx. €7,000 per m² (e.g., 60 m² = €420,000)
1-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City)
Approx. €4,000 per m² (e.g., 60 m² = €240,000)
2-Bedroom Purchase Price (City Center)
Approx. €6,500 per m² (e.g., 80 m² = €520,000)
2-Bedroom Purchase Price (Outside City)
Approx. €3,800 per m² (e.g., 80 m² = €304,000)
Corporate Tax
The general corporation-tax rate for periods starting in 2026 is 19 percent on the mainland. A small or mid-cap company pays 15 percent on the first €50,000 of taxable profit. A 17 percent headline rate in the statute applies from 2028. 13
Dividend Withholding Tax
28% (Personal income tax rate on dividends) 14
Tax System
Residents are taxed on worldwide income. Non-residents are taxed on Portuguese-source income. Tax residence is more than 183 days in any 12-month period, or a home kept as the habitual residence. 14 15 16
Highest Income Tax Bracket
48% on taxable income above €86,634 in 2026. A solidarity surcharge adds 2.5% above €80,000 and 5% above €250,000; the effective top rate is 53%. 14 15
VAT
23% (Standard rate in Portugal) 17
Controlled Foreign Company (CFC) Rules
Yes, Portugal applies anti-tax avoidance directives 18
Property Tax
IMI (Imposto Municipal sobre Imóveis) between 0.3% and 0.45% annually 17
Property Transaction Tax
IMT (up to 7.5%) plus 0.8% Stamp Duty 17
Attractive Tax System for Digital Nomads
Many passports get 90 days in any 180-day period in the Schengen area. A longer stay needs a national visa. IFICI, if you qualify, taxes eligible Portuguese employment and self-employment at 20 percent and generally exempts foreign income. The visa does not by itself give that regime. The non-habitual resident regime is closed to ordinary new entrants. 19 14

About these guide entries

Method
Researched
Last updated
Oct 31, 2026
Last changed
Oct 31, 2026

Checked against the sources below and compared with similar cities. Numbers in the list point to these sources.

  1. Alcácer do Sal council page for the Comporta parishOfficial
  2. Pordata resident population for Alcácer do SalOfficial
  3. ECB euro reference rates, 90-day fileOfficial
  4. Wikivoyage PortugalSecondary
  5. NOS Like prepaid plans and online eSIM activationOfficial
  6. Upper Business Center in AlmadaOfficial
  7. Atlantic Ferries fares between Setúbal and TroiaOfficial
  8. National health service page for the Litoral Alentejano unitOfficial
  9. OpenStreetMap, Carrasqueira stilt pierSecondary
  10. OpenStreetMap, Comporta beachSecondary
  11. Sado Estuary Natural ReserveSecondary
  12. Gaming regulator list of casinosOfficial
  13. Corporation tax rates, article 87Official
  14. PwC Portugal income tax guide for 2026Secondary
  15. PwC summary of personal income taxSecondary
  16. PwC summary of tax residenceSecondary
  17. PwC summary of VAT and property taxesSecondary
  18. PwC summary of controlled foreign company rulesSecondary
  19. UK foreign office entry rules for PortugalOfficial
  20. Hospital do Litoral Alentejano contactsOfficial

Change history

    • Method Generated Researched
    • Attractive Tax System for Digital Nomads Portugal Digital Nomad Visa (D8) allows for 1-year residency with tax optimization options… Many passports get 90 days in any 180-day period in the Schengen area. A longer stay needs…
    • Best Coworking Space The Office Comporta (Seasonal/Private, approx. €30/day) No dedicated coworking space showed up in Comporta. Upper Business Center (Rua Torcato…
    • Cashless Friendly Yes, cards widely accepted; small cafes may require €5 minimum Cards are widely accepted; cash is still used in smaller venues and markets.
    • Casino & Gaming Halls Casino Troia (15 mins drive) Casino de Tróia, Alameda do Zambujeiro, Marina de Tróia, Carvalhal, Grândola.
    • Corporate Tax 21% (Standard Portuguese rate; lower 14.7% in Azores/Madeira but not here) The general corporation-tax rate for periods starting in 2026 is 19 percent on the…
    7 more changes
    • Currency & Banking 1 EUR ≈ 1.09 USD. Major banks available in Alcácer do Sal (CGD, Millennium BCP) Euro. On 19 October 2026 the ECB reference rate was 1 EUR = 1.1225 USD, so 1 USD = 0.8909…
    • Highest Income Tax Bracket 48% (plus solidarity surtax for top earners) 48% on taxable income above €86,634 in 2026. A solidarity surcharge adds 2.5% above…
    • Nearby Nature Escapes Reserva Natural do Estuário do Sado (Dolphin watching) Reserva Natural do Estuário do Sado, between Alcácer do Sal, Comporta and Setúbal, managed…
    • Population Approximately 1,200 (Village), 12,000 (Municipality) The parish had 1,094 residents at the 2021 census. Alcácer do Sal municipality had 11,961…
    • Power 230V, 50Hz, 🔌 Type C/F sockets 230 V, 50 Hz, Type C and Type F (Europlug and Schuko).
    • SIM Card MEO, NOS, Vodafone; 10GB for approx €15 at shops in nearby Grândola NOS Tarifário Like is €10 a month for 55 GB, with 1,000 minutes and SMS and 5G included…
    • Tax System Worldwide income for residents; NHR (Non-Habitual Resident) 2.0 rules may apply for… Residents are taxed on worldwide income. Non-residents are taxed on Portuguese-source…

    fix pass updated Currency & Banking to the prep’s full exchange-rate precision; Power to plain country-standard socket wording; SIM Card to cite the prep’s prepaid page and remove the physical delivery promise; Cashless Friendly to the prep’s national card-and-cash guidance, removing the unsupported cafe minimum; Tax System to the prep’s resident and non-resident distinction; and Highest Income Tax Bracket to the prep’s 53 percent effective top with the published thresholds. Refreshed research attribution and date. Rechecked the coworking address and price and the ferry fare; recorded unsupported details for Best Coworking Space, Best Beach Nearby, Casino & Gaming Halls and Public Transport Passes under Not verified.

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