Emprego Interior MAIS
Published 5 November 2026, 03:36
Emprego Interior MAIS — Mobilidade Apoiada para Um Interior Sustentável (support for moving to the interior)
A one-off payment from the IEFP employment service for anyone who moves both their home and their job to the country's interior. In 2026 the base amount is €3,759.91 for a permanent contract or your own business and €2,685.65 for a fixed-term contract of 12 months or more, plus 20% for each family member who moves with you and €805.70 towards moving your belongings. The money is paid in two instalments: 60% straight after you sign the agreement and 40% in the 13th month.
Where you come across it. Plans to move inland for cheaper housing, working remotely from a small town, a new job or your own business in districts such as Guarda and Castelo Branco.
It can only be received once in a lifetime, and you must live in the new place for at least 12 months: leave earlier and you will be asked to pay it back with interest. You must apply no later than 180 days after you start work or open your business.
Official website: iefp.pt/apoio-mobilidade-geografica