Portuguese telecommunications giants Meo and Vodafone are set to raise service prices for many customers in 2026, citing ongoing investment needs and anticipated inflation.
Meo, one of the country’s major operators, confirmed it would proceed with contractually stipulated price updates next year. The company stated these increases are necessary to maintain high service quality and fund investments in its mobile and fiber optic networks. Meo’s digital brand Uzo and youth segment brand Moche will be exempt from these adjustments.
Vodafone Portugal will implement its price adjustments on January 9, 2026. Its increases will be capped at the maximum value of Portugal’s projected inflation rate for 2025, according to official sources.
Vodafone also indicated that the changes would allow it to continue investing in its networks, products, and services. It highlighted rising costs for network maintenance, innovation, and service quality.
The price updates stem from conditions outlined in customer contracts, both companies confirmed to Lusa news agency.
Vodafone outlined specific exemptions for certain customer groups. New contracts or renewals for private customers made from November 11 onwards will not be subject to the 2026 price update.
Additionally, pre-paid services and recent tariffs, including RED All In, Yorn Chill, and Net+, will be excluded for private customers. Business clients with new subscriptions, re-loyalties, or service upgrades will also be exempt from the price increase for the first six months, until July 8, 2026.