Latest news and stories about court costs in Portugal for expats and residents.
Judges at the Palácio Ratton have prohibited the charging of court fees to anyone whose income falls below the national minimum wage as a result of that charge.
In 2025, the Portuguese state received almost 232 million euros in court costs, 1,435,305 euros more than in 2024, according to data from the Directorate-General for Justice Policy. This figure represents an increase of nearly 1% compared to the previous year. Over the last 20 years, the highest value was recorded in 2018.
Hefesto, BCP, and Intrum lead the podium of 82 companies that filed the most lawsuits in Portugal in 2025. Large litigants pay an increased fee, but the number remains constant. The government is reviewing court costs.
