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Each company must make their own decisions about how they meet their tax obligations.
An employer in Portugal can reimburse employees for using a personal vehicle for business journeys. An example of a business journey is a client visit.
There is a maximum mileage allowance per kilometre that the employer can reimburse tax free. This maximum amount depends on the type of vehicle and is defined by the Decree-Law no. 106/98 of 24 April, Ordinance no. 1553-D/2008, of 31 December, article 4, no. 4 of Decree-Law no. 137/2010, of 28 December and Circular DGCI 19/93, of 20 August.
| Type of transport | **Per kilometre allowance As of 2024 ** | **Per kilometre allowance Before 2024 ** |
|---|---|---|
| Own car | €0,40 | €0,36 |
The employer can decide to pay a higher rate per kilometre. However, the part exceeding the defined rates will be considered part of the employee’s taxable income.
Last changed 2026-01-26