Get Your Portuguese NIF Online From €49.99
Apply from anywhere. No trip to Portugal. NIF Express prepares your documents, checks your file and submits it to the Portuguese Tax Authority under an authorised power of attorney.
From €49.99 · final price for adults
Applying for a child under 18? €74.99: both parents' documents handled, parental consent declarations included. Start my application
- Typical issue time 5–14 business days
- 12 months fiscal representation included
- Secure Stripe payment
Supervised by Ícaro Couto, lawyer (Ordem dos Advogados, licence 67883F)
Timeframes are measured in business days and depend on the Portuguese Tax Authority. Some applications can take longer because the final decision and issue time belong to the State.
NIF Express is a private service of BOCEAN IMMIGRATION PORTUGAL, LDA (NIPC 519043731). It is not a government entity and is not affiliated with the Portuguese Tax Authority (Autoridade Tributária).
One application. Everything required for your first year.
The NIF number itself is issued free of charge by the Portuguese Tax Authority. The €49.99 pays for the complete remote professional service that gets you from an online form to a NIF ready to use — without leaving home.
- Adult NIF application and submission
- Power of Attorney (lawyer-supervised)
- Fiscal Representation Declaration
- Bilingual Service Agreement
- Passport and proof-of-address review
- Submission to the Portuguese Tax Authority
- NIF certificate in your client portal
- English-language support
- 12 months of fiscal representation
- Access-password forwarding
Get the tax number you need before your next step in Portugal
A NIF (Número de Identificação Fiscal) is the Portuguese tax number required for almost every formal step in the country. Most people need it before they can:
- Buy property
- Open a Portuguese bank account
- Sign a rental contract
- Apply for a visa or residence permit
- Start a company or work as a freelancer
- Set up utilities, insurance or a mobile contract
Whether fiscal representation applies to you depends on your residence and tax relationship with Portugal, not your nationality.
Four steps. No travel.
Complete the online application
A short guided form — about five minutes, no Portuguese required.
Upload two documents
A valid passport and a proof of address from the last three months.
Sign the prepared documents
E-sign the power of attorney and declaration from your client portal.
Receive your NIF
Your NIF arrives through the client portal once the Tax Authority issues it.
Two documents start your application
You only need two things to begin: a valid passport and a proof of address issued within the last three months (for example a utility bill, bank statement or official letter showing your name and current address). NIF Express reviews both before submission so an avoidable formatting issue does not delay your file. See the full checklist in our guide to the documents required for a Portuguese NIF.
Know exactly what you are paying for
Apply in person
€0 gov. charge
- Travel and process managed by you
- Representation and support not included
- Government charge for the number: €0
NIF Express
€49.99
- Adult remote service — no travel
- Preparation and professional review
- First 12 months of representation included
Always compare the total first-year cost, including fiscal representation, not just the headline price.
A Lisbon company and a named lawyer are responsible for your file
Every NIF Express filing is supervised by Ícaro Couto, Chief Legal Officer, a lawyer registered with the Portuguese Bar Association (Ordem dos Advogados), licence 67883F. Documents are handled through a secure client portal, and payment is processed by Stripe.
NIF Express is a private service of BOCEAN IMMIGRATION PORTUGAL, LDA (NIPC 519043731). It is not a government entity and is not affiliated with the Portuguese Tax Authority (Autoridade Tributária).
NIF Express is the online service of Blue Ocean Immigration, a private immigration consultancy at Avenida da Liberdade 67B, Lisbon — reviewed by clients on Trustpilot.
Twelve months of fiscal representation are included
A fiscal representative is your official Portuguese point of contact with the Tax Authority: it receives official correspondence on your behalf, flags deadlines and keeps you informed. A non-resident can request a NIF without one; the obligation arises when you establish a tax relationship in Portugal, and the Tax Authority can then require the appointment within 15 days.
With NIF Express the first 12 months are already included in the €49.99 adult service. After the first year it renews at €49.99 per year, and you can cancel once you no longer need it. Learn more in our guide to fiscal representation in Portugal.
Typical NIF issue time is 5–14 business days
The clock starts once NIF Express has your correct, signed documents — not before. NIF Express always aims to deliver sooner, but the Portuguese Tax Authority controls the decision and the issue time, so timeframes are typical, not guaranteed. Your Tax Authority portal access password usually arrives separately, around seven business days later. A service commitment is not a guarantee of a State decision or deadline. See our guide on how long a Portuguese NIF takes.
Frequently asked questions
Can I get a NIF without travelling to Portugal?
Yes. The whole service is remote — you apply online, upload your documents and sign electronically, and the file is submitted to the Tax Authority under an authorised power of attorney. No trip to Portugal is required.
How much does a Portuguese NIF cost?
The adult remote service is €49.99; the minor service is €74.99. That is the price of the professional service — the NIF number itself is issued free of charge by the Tax Authority.
Is the NIF itself free?
Yes. The Portuguese Tax Authority issues the number free of charge. The €49.99 pays for document preparation and review, the power of attorney, submission handling, the client portal and the first 12 months of fiscal representation.
How long does it take?
Typically 5–14 business days after NIF Express receives your correct, signed documents. Timeframes depend on the Tax Authority, which controls the final decision and issue time, and some applications take longer.
What documents do I need?
Two: a valid passport and a proof of address issued within the last three months. NIF Express checks both before submission.
What is a fiscal representative, and is it included?
It is your official Portuguese contact point with the Tax Authority. The first 12 months are included in the €49.99 adult service, renewable at €49.99 per year. You can request a NIF without one; it becomes necessary if the Tax Authority requires it once you establish a tax relationship in Portugal.
Do I need a NIF to buy property or open a bank account?
Yes. A NIF is required to buy property, open a Portuguese bank account, sign a rental contract, apply for a visa or residence permit, and set up utilities or a company.
Is NIF Express a government service?
No. NIF Express is a private service of BOCEAN IMMIGRATION PORTUGAL, LDA (NIPC 519043731). It is not a government entity and is not affiliated with the Portuguese Tax Authority.
Replies and opening hours
Support is open Monday to Friday, 10:00 to 17:00 (Lisbon time).
Once you upload your documents, we review them within 1 business day.
- Email[email protected]
- Lisbon+351 21 824 7167
- USA and Canada+1 888 488 8135
Start your Portuguese NIF application
Complete the form in about five minutes. NIF Express prepares the documents and guides the file from signing to delivery.
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