Your property needs renovation to compete
Offer upgrading support funds the refurbishment of tourism properties, new services and a better guest experience. We assess your renovation project with no obligation.
- Refurbishment of facilities and creation of new services
- Better financing terms than ordinary bank credit
- Higher rates for inland projects and off-peak operation
Turismo de Portugal calls in phases — confirmed in the diagnosis
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Funding
Calculated for your project
Programmes
Portugal 2030, RRP and others
Region
Portugal, depending on the call
Eligible businesses
Hotels and tourism developments, Rural and heritage accommodation, Restaurants with a refurbishment project, Tourism activities and leisure facilities
The opportunity
Why this funding is worth exploring
The incentive reduces the financial burden of the investment and accelerates projects already planned by the business.
Renovate without draining cash
Favourable financing frees up capital for operations.
More value per stay
Refurbished facilities support higher average rates and occupancy.
Guest experience
New services and comfort show directly in online reviews.
Who can apply
- Tourism companies with registered activity
- Property with a valid licence or licensing under way
- Tax and social security compliance
- Investment not started at the application date
- Financial capacity for the own-funds share
What it can fund
- Refurbishment and extension works
- Equipment and furniture
- Digitalisation of management and the guest experience
- New services and spaces
- Design, licensing and technical assistance
Not sure whether your project qualifies? Receive an answer within 24 business hours.
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Other funding linked to this project
Many companies combine more than one incentive. Check the related pages before deciding.
How Start PME works
From assessment to payment, with support at every stage
We work through clear stages so you always know what happens next.
- 1
Free assessment
We review the business profile, investment and region to confirm eligibility and the applicable rate.
- 2
Strategy and eligibility
We select the right call, structure the project and maximise the available uplifts.
- 3
Application submitted
We prepare the project description, investment plan and forecasts, and submit everything on time.
- 4
Delivery and payments
We support procurement, payment claims and reports through to project completion.
5,000+
Applications submitted
€50M+
Approved eligible expenditure
€27M+
Approved non-repayable funding
82%
Approval rate
Experience and trust
Trusted by the clients we have supported
Proven results and genuine feedback from Start PME clients.
Frequently asked questions
Clear answers to the questions holding back your decision
Find out in two minutes whether funding is available for your business
Free assessment, reply within 24 business hours and no obligation.

