Non-Repayable Grants – Portugal 2030

The Portugal 2030 Programme results from the Partnership Agreement between the Portuguese State and the European Commission, providing for the allocation of approximately €23 billion in European funds to stimulate the Portuguese economy between 2021 and 2027, supporting innovation, competitiveness, sustainability, and territorial cohesion.

The implementation of Portugal 2030 is carried out through specific programmes and calls for applications, which establish the criteria, objectives, and conditions for financing projects in areas such as the digital economy, energy efficiency, sustainable tourism, urban regeneration, and more.

How Is the Funding Allocated?

Portugal 2030 funds are distributed through competitive calls and funding notices, each with specific objectives, its own financial allocation, and defined eligibility rules. Each call specifies:

• The total funding available;

• Investment objectives (e.g. sustainable tourism, business innovation, energy transition);

• Technical and administrative eligibility criteria;

• Application submission deadlines.

To consult active calls and identify available funding opportunities, the official Portugal 2030 portal centralises all open calls.

Who Can Benefit from Portugal 2030?

Portugal 2030 supports a wide range of entities, including:

• Individuals and sole entrepreneurs;

• Companies (SMEs and large enterprises);

• Municipalities and public-sector entities;

• Cooperatives, associations, and non-profit private institutions.

Each call may have specific requirements, and it is essential to analyse the eligibility criteria of each funding notice before submitting an application.

Portugal 2030 Application Deadlines

Application deadlines vary according to each call, in line with the schedule published on the Balcão dos Fundos and the Portugal 2030 portal. The programme entered into force in 2021 and runs until the end of 2027.

Key Considerations Before Applying

Strategic Preparation

Before proceeding with an application, it is essential to:

• Review open calls on the Portugal 2030 portal;

• Identify calls aligned with the objectives of your project or company;

• Verify eligibility requirements and required documentation for each programme.

Eligibility Criteria

Requirements vary depending on the sector and type of support. For example:

• In sectors such as tourism, prior approval of architectural projects or licensing may be required;

• In industrial projects, registration of initiatives or technical plans with public authorities may be necessary.

Eligibility conditions depend on the incentive system and the specific rules of each call; therefore, detailed consultation of the relevant notice is always mandatory.

This guidance does not replace the obligation to consult the applicable legislation and regulations governing each call.

Portugal 2030 and Tourism

Within the scope of Portugal 2030, the tourism sector plays a strategic role in strengthening economic competitiveness, enhancing territorial value, and supporting the transition towards more sustainable models. The programme provides financial support for hospitality projects that contribute to the qualification of the national tourism offering and the creation of distinctive experiences.

Eligible Hospitality Project Types

Portugal 2030 supports a wide range of hospitality investments, including:

• Development of new tourism ventures, such as hotels, aparthotels, and resorts;

• Rehabilitation, expansion, and modernisation of existing units, with particular emphasis on functional and energy efficiency;

• Conversion of existing buildings, including built heritage, for tourism use;

• Projects with strong integration of environmental sustainability, energy efficiency, and circular economy principles;

• Distinctive hospitality concepts linked to territory, cultural identity, and user experience.

Support may take the form of non-repayable grants, often combined with repayable components. Funding rates vary according to region, promoter company size, and the economic, social, and environmental impact of the project.

Covered Tourism Establishment Typologies

Applications under Portugal 2030 may fall within several tourism establishment typologies, including:

• Hotels;

• Tourist villages;

• Tourist apartments;

• Integrated tourism developments and resorts;

• Guesthouse tourism;

• Rural tourism;

• Camping and caravan parks.

Environmental, economic, and socio-cultural sustainability is a transversal principle across all typologies and is essential to ensure the long-term viability and positive impact of supported projects.

In Portugal 2030 applications, sustainability, differentiation, and innovation play a decisive role in evaluation criteria. Projects distinguished by unique experiences, strong territorial integration, and sustainable architectural solutions tend to achieve higher relevance and competitiveness.

MJARC Arquitetos has extensive experience in the development of sustainable and innovative hospitality projects, integrating these principles across all phases of the process—from concept to execution. Landscape integration, energy efficiency, and architectural identity are central pillars of our approach.

A notable example of this vision is the Hotel Vínico Douro, a finalist in leading international competitions such as Architizer and the World Architecture Festival, clearly demonstrating the alignment between innovation, sustainability, and differentiation. Other outstanding MJARC hospitality projects include Cicioso Boutique Hotel, winner of the Architecture MasterPrize 2025,  Forte da Barra and the Hotel Termas de Fonte Santa.

Cicioso Boutique Hotel, Évora

Hotel Vínico Douro, Vale do Douro

Hotel Termas de Fonte Santa, Termas de Fonte Santa

Hotel Forte da Barra, Aveiro

How to Access Further Information

For full details on deadlines, calls, and requirements:

• Visit the official Portugal 2030 portal and review open funding calls;

• Consult the Balcão dos Fundos for application submission and monitoring.

By preparing your application strategically and with adequate information, you can maximise your chances of securing funding and advancing the development of your project or business.

Do You Need Support with Your Application?

MJARC Arquitetos is available to guide and support your project, from strategic definition through to application preparation.
There is still time. Contact us and discover how to make the most of Portugal 2030.

Reference and Framework:
https://portugal2030.pt/
https://portugal2030.pt/programas/