Building Global Pathways for Portuguese Music.

WHY PORTUGAL acts as the leading export office, fostering connections, funding, and resources to globalize the nation's diverse music scene.

EVENTS

Discover the next generation of Portuguese music

Wed, Oct 21 2026

WOMEX

Las Palmas, Espanha

Thu, Oct 8 2026

MIL Lisboa

Lisboa, Portugal

Wed, Sep 16 2026

Reeperbahn – The Portuguese Discovery

Hamburg, Germany

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About Us

Connecting artists, industry, and global opportunities.

WHY Portugal is the country’s export office for music, founded in 2016 by AMAEI and working on behalf of all Portuguese music sectors. It is a registered non-profit association supported by AUDIOGEST and Fundação GDA through their neighbouring rights cultural funds.

For selected missions and projects, WHY Portugal also collaborates with AICEP Portugal Global and DGArtes – the Portuguese Arts Council. The office is a member of EMEE – European Music Exporters Exchange – and ESNS Exchange.

Opportunities

Unlock your music’s potential beyond borders

Connecting Portuguese talent with world-class opportunities. Whether you are looking for your next big stage, financial backing for a tour, or expert industry guides, our mission is to provide the bridge to your international success.

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