Who this service may suit
Founders and self-employed professionals who need a genuine activity structure and compliant Portuguese setup.
Important considerations
- Eligibility depends on nationality, residence history and individual circumstances.
- Requirements may change and the competent authority may ask for additional evidence.
- The correct administrative, legal, tax or accounting scope is confirmed before engagement.
Documents typically requested
This list is indicative. Requirements can vary by nationality, authority and circumstances.
- Founder, ownership and activity information
- Beneficial-owner and company-structure records
- Portuguese NIF and address status
- Genuine business rationale and expected operations
How the process is usually organized
- 1Initial routing and scope
- 2Document-readiness map
- 3Administrative or qualified professional review
- 4Authority-facing step and settlement follow-up
How we can help
We can organize information, requirements, appointments and follow-up within a clear written scope.
Professional responsibilities
Lawyer or solicitor, certified accountant and tax specialist must handle regulated work; AML review may apply.
What is not included
The service excludes authority approval, guaranteed appointments, official charges and professional work not stated in the scope.
Risks and limitations
Company formation does not guarantee a visa, residence, bank account or tax outcome. Official, company and professional fees must remain separate.
Official sources
Legal information last reviewed: 2026-08-24