How are pensions taxed under the Ireland-Portugal tax treaty?
Under the Ireland-Portugal tax treaty, private pensions are generally taxable only in the country of residence — meaning no withholding tax applies at source (0%). This is favorable for retirees who have moved between the two countries, as their pension income will not be subject to double taxation. Government pensions may have different rules under a separate treaty article. This 0% rate compares to a median of 0% across Ireland's 33 active treaty partners, and 0% across Portugal's 28 active partners.
Network Comparison
Ireland
Rank 27 of 33 active treaties (lowest rate = #1)
Lower rates with: Norway (0%), New Zealand (0%), Poland (0%)
Higher rates with: Romania (0%), Sweden (0%), Singapore (0%)
Portugal
Rank 15 of 28 active treaties (lowest rate = #1)
Lower rates with: Finland (0%), France (0%), United Kingdom (0%)
Higher rates with: Israel (0%), India (0%), Italy (0%)