NIF (Portuguese tax ID number)

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Get Your NIF online

What is a NIF?

In Portugal, the Tax Identification Number (NIF) is mandatory for financial and legal transactions. Whether you’re a resident, business owner, or non-resident, having an NIF is essential. Our NIF Online service allows you to obtain it quickly and efficiently, ensuring compliance with Portuguese regulations without unnecessary hassle.

Why Do You Need a NIF?

Securing a resident visa requires meeting specific criteria, with acquiring an NIF being the first step. This foundational element facilitates subsequent requirements, such as opening a bank account or leasing property.

Requirements Based on Residency Status:

For non-EU citizens, having a fiscal representative is often mandatory. This representative acts as an intermediary between you and the Finanças (Tax Authority), ensuring all official communications are properly received and that you’re promptly notified to fulfill your tax responsibilities.

With Portugal Wizard as your fiscal representative, you can obtain your NIF online from the comfort of your home. This streamlined process eliminates one concern from the often complex task of relocating. Our comprehensive services include obtaining the necessary Power of Attorney (POA) and providing access to your personal portal on the Finanças website, enabling you to manage all your fiscal matters digitally. The fiscal representation remains valid until you obtain legal residency, granting you ample time to adjust your tax status accordingly.

Convenience: Complete the process online without visiting Portugal.
Quick: Receive your NIF in 2 working days after signing the POA.
Secure: Documents and signatures are certified by a Portuguese lawyer.

Required Documents:

FAQs

How long will it take to get my NIF?

With Portugal Wizard, you’ll receive your NIF in 2 working days after signing the POA.

What documents are needed to obtain a NIF?

We require a copy of your passport, proof of your current legal address (utility bill, bank statement, etc.), a POA allowing Portugal Wizard to obtain your NIF and act as your representative (provided by us), and a letter addressed to the tax office appointing Portugal Wizard as your fiscal representative (also provided by us).

Is my NIF temporary?

No, your NIF is permanent. It remains valid for life, even if you leave Portugal. Cancellation isn’t possible.

Will Portugal Wizard charge me annually for the fiscal representation?

No. Our fee is a one time payment that includes obtaining your NIF online and your fiscal representation until you are allowed to change your address to your Portuguese one. After that, we will we will update your NIF representation status to yourself.