How much can a landlord raise rent in Portugal? The short answer: 2% hard cap, with 120 days notice required. Here's the full breakdown of Portugal's rent increase rules for 2026.
Get RentFlow — free Get it on Google Play| Maximum rent increase | 2% hard cap |
| Benchmark / index | Coeficiente de atualização |
| Notice required | 120 days |
| How often increases are allowed | Once every 12 months |
| Rent control | Yes |
ℹ️ Values are approximate and index rates change frequently. Always verify the current figure with the official source before applying an increase. (Data: 2026-Q3.)
Annual rent increase capped at ~2.5% for 2026. 120 days written notice required.
Lei 56/2023
2026 coefficient ~2.5% (was 6.94% in 2024). Check INE annually for updated coefficient.
In Portugal, the rent increase limit is: 2% hard cap. Annual rent increase capped at ~2.5% for 2026. 120 days written notice required.
Portugal requires 120 days written notice before a rent increase takes effect. Increases are generally allowed once every 12 months.
Yes — Portugal has rent control measures. 2026 coefficient ~2.5% (was 6.94% in 2024). Check INE annually for updated coefficient.
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