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Vila Nova de Cerveira: property tax (IMI) and income tax refund
| Vila Nova de Cerveira | Value |
|---|---|
| IMI on urban property (2025, paid in 2026) | 0.3% |
| IMI on urban property (2026, paid in 2027) | not yet set |
| IMI on rural property | 0.8% |
| Family IMI discount (1 / 2 / 3+ dependants) | €30 / €70 / €140 |
| IRS refunded by the council (2025 income) | 2% |
| IRS refunded by the council (2026 income) | 2% |
How much IMI will I pay in Vila Nova de Cerveira?
IMI is charged on the property's taxable value (VPT), shown on the property record (caderneta predial): IMI = VPT × municipal rate.
Example (illustrative): a home in Vila Nova de Cerveira with a VPT of €100,000.00 pays €100,000.00 × 0.3% = €300.00 a year.
It is paid in May (up to €100), May and November (up to €500) or May, August and November (over €500). Owner-occupied homes and low-income households may be exempt.
Does Vila Nova de Cerveira council refund income tax?
Every council is entitled to up to 5% of residents' income tax (IRS) and decides how much to give back. In Vila Nova de Cerveira, on 2025 income, residents get back 2%: with €2,000 of IRS assessed, that is €40.00. It applies to people whose tax address is in the municipality. See how to file in the IRS tax return guide.
Other municipalities in Viana do Castelo
| Municipality | IMI 2025 | IRS refunded |
|---|---|---|
| Arcos de Valdevez | 0.34% | 2% |
| Caminha | 0.39% | 0.5% |
| Melgaço | 0.32% | 0% |
| Monção | 0.3% | 3% |
| Paredes de Coura | 0.3% | 2% |
| Ponte da Barca | 0.34% | 1% |
| Ponte de Lima | 0.32% | 5% |
| Valença | 0.3% | 5% |
| Viana do Castelo | 0.35% | 0% |
| Vila Nova de Cerveira | 0.3% | 2% |
Frequently asked questions
What is the IMI rate in Vila Nova de Cerveira?
For 2025 IMI, paid in 2026, the rate on urban property in Vila Nova de Cerveira is 0.3% of the taxable property value (VPT). Rural property pays 0.8%.
Does Vila Nova de Cerveira council refund income tax?
Yes. On 2025 income (tax return filed in 2026), the council refunds 2% of the IRS assessed to residents. It is applied automatically in your tax assessment.