Last updated: By E-Residence Legal Team
Buy a Ready-Made Company
in Madeira, Portugal
Fast • EU-Compliant • 100% Remote
Purchase a ready-made company in Madeira and start operating in the European Union immediately — without waiting for incorporation. Clean corporate history, fully registered, ready for ownership transfer.
Why Buy a Ready-Made Company in Madeira
Madeira combines EU credibility, tax efficiency, and operational flexibility — making it one of the most attractive jurisdictions for international business.
Madeira Company Options: LDA vs IBCM
Madeira offers two main company types for international business. Choose based on your operations and tax optimisation goals.
| Tax Category |
Standard LDA Local & EU-focused operations |
IBCM Licensed Company
★ Recommended International trading, IT, consulting, holding |
|---|---|---|
| Corporate Income Tax (CIT) | 14.7% standard 11.9% SME rate on first €50,000 |
5% CIT on eligible profits Subject to licensing & substance requirements |
| Value Added Tax (VAT) | 22% (may be reduced) | 22% (may be reduced) Same VAT rates apply |
| Capital Gains Tax | Taxed at 14.7% corporate rate | Taxed at 5% IBCM rate If qualifying under IBCM regime |
| Royalty Withholding Tax | 25% May reduce to 0–15% under treaties |
0–10% Depending on EU directives or treaties |
| Dividend Withholding Tax | 28% standard May reduce to 0–15% under EU directives |
0% on dividends To non-resident shareholders (subject to rules) |
| Interest Withholding Tax | 25% May reduce to 0–15% under treaties |
0–10% Depending on EU directives or treaty relief |
11.9% SME on first €50k
On eligible profits
May reduce 0–15%
May reduce 0–15%
Non-resident shareholders
May reduce 0–15%
What's Included in the Ready-Made IBCM Package
Everything you need to start operating in the EU — delivered digitally, no travel required.
IBCM Licensed Company — clean history, never traded, no debts
Certidão Permanente — official live extract from the Commercial Registry
Portuguese Corporate Tax Number (NIPC)
Transfer of shares to the new owner
Appointment of new directors or managers
Registration of authorised share capital and contribution after acquisition
Registration with Portuguese Tax Authorities and Social Security (if required)
Ready to Start?
Get your custom quote and see available IBCM companies — personally matched to your business goals.
- Only your passport copy needed to start
- Full document package delivered digitally
- One partner for registration & compliance
Free consultation · No commitment
Extra Optional Services
Need more than the base package? We cover everything — from banking to legal support — so you never need a second partner.
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know before buying a ready-made company in Madeira.
Ready to Own Your EU Company
in Madeira?
Take advantage of Madeira's unique tax and business opportunities. Get a personally matched ready-made company — fully remote, no hidden fees.