Applying for a NIPC (Portuguese Unified Taxpayer ID and Registration Number) (Companies)
The Portuguese Taxpayer ID Number (NIF) identifies each individual in their dealings with the Autoridade Tributária e Aduaneira (Portuguese Tax and Customs Authority) and is required for any tax or economic transactions in Portugal.
Foreign entities wishing to do business or operate in Portugal are required to apply for a NIPC, including, without limitation, if they wish to create or benefit from security interests over assets subject to registration (real estate, motor vehicles, watercraft) in Portugal, or if they wish to become shareholders of existing or future Portuguese companies.
You must upload a copy of a valid commercial registry certificate issued by the country of incorporation within the last six months. The certificate must be issued in Portuguese, English, French or Spanish. Should the certificate have been issued in any other language, please upload a certified Portuguese or English translation of the document.
Who is required to appoint a tax representative?
Tax representatives must be appointed whenever entities have no registered offices in a country in the European Union or the European Economic Area (EEA).
Who can be appointed as tax representative?
Both individuals and companies can be appointed as tax representatives if they are tax residents in Portugal.
If you don’t know who to appoint as your representative, don’t worry—we can help. Please contact us using the contact details provided below. There is a charge for this service.
As soon as the documentation is submitted to OFFICIA, your NIPC will usually be issued within approximately two business days. If your country of incorporation issued an electronic commercial registry certificate, it can take up to ten business to complete the process.
What is the cost of obtaining a NIPC?
Obtaining a NIPC is free of charge.
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