Share capital
increase

We take care of the entire share capital increase process, providing legal support from the initial resolution right through to final registration, so you can grow your business with confidence.

Step-by-step

Step-by-step

01

Obtaining a Portuguese Tax ID
Number for new members/shareholders

02

Preparing the members'/shareholders' resolution regarding the share capital increase

03

Preparing an updated version of the articles of association and the list of shareholders

01

Obtaining a Portuguese Tax ID
Number for new members/shareholders

02

Preparing the members'/shareholders' resolution regarding the share capital increase

03

Preparing an updated version of the articles of association and the list of shareholders

04

Organising and submitting the documentation required to update the company registration

05

Submitting an updated Beneficial Owner Central Register declaration

04

Organising and submitting the documentation required to update the company registration

05

Submitting an updated Beneficial Owner Central Register declaration

FAQs

Why should I consider increasing my company’s share capital?

A share capital increase may be necessary to finance business growth, strengthen your company’s financial position, or attract new investors.

How can I increase my company’s share capital?

Share capital can be increased by issuing new shares (for joint stock companies (sociedades anónimas)) or new shares (quotas) (for limited liability companies (sociedades por quotas)), through cash contributions from existing members/shareholders or new investors.

How long does the share capital increase process take?

It can vary, but the process usually takes between 3 and 5 weeks, depending on how quickly the required documents can be obtained and the complexity of the case.

What is the deadline to register the share capital increase?

The share capital increase must be registered as soon as feasible and no later than two months after the relevant resolution is passed.

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