Opening a bank account, obtaining a tax identification number, registering your address, getting a health and social security number, enrol your children to school, receive mail - every single one of these steps is essential for your relocation and, our team can help you get all your affairs in order to make sure your integration runs smoothly. The decision to move is the hardest part - now, it's time to take care of the essentials, with us by your side.
When you finally get to Portugal, it is time to take care of the basics. There are certain steps every expat must go through when moving to a new country, and we are here to help you plan your integration.
Not sure what to do first? Take a look through our list of must do's so that you know exactly which should be your priorities once you land in Portugal.
We'll help you contacting relevant bodies and institutions all throughout the process, making it easier for you to get the documents you need. You don't have to moviinn alone, we're here to help!
Services & Fees · Essential Services
Service
Price
Gov't Fees
Pre-relocation
Tax ID
Service includes: - Drafting a Power of Attorney - Certification of ID documents to obtain a NIF - Getting login credentials to the Tax Authority Portal
Service includes: - Drafting a Power of Attorney - Certification of ID documents to obtain a NIF - Getting login credentials to the Tax Authority Portal
Service includes:
Tax representation for foreign non-EU, Iceland, Lichtenstein or Norway residents is mandatory The tax representative is the interface between the taxpayer and the Tax Authority. This is charged yearly.
Tax representation for foreign non-EU, Iceland, Lichtenstein or Norway residents is mandatory. The tax representative is the interface between the taxpayer and the Tax Authority.
Service includes: - Drafting a Power of Attorney - Certification of ID documents to obtain a NIF - Getting login credentials to the Tax Authority Portal
Banking
Service includes:
Sharing a list of necessary documents, gathering documents and liaising with the bank, so that the necessary forms can be filled in and signed.
Service includes:
Sharing a list of necessary documents, gathering documents and liaising with the bank, so that the necessary forms can be filled in and signed.
Service includes:
Sharing a list of necessary documents, gathering documents and liaising with the bank, so that the necessary forms can be filled in and signed.
Social Security
Social Security registration is mandatory for all work related activities.
Service includes: - Scheduling an appointment - Drafting the necessary application forms
Social Security registration is mandatory for all work related activities.
Service includes:
- Scheduling an appointment - Drafting the necessary application forms
Social Security registration for a minor is optional, unless there's the need to request a subsidy / grant.
Service includes: - Scheduling an appointment - Drafting the necessary application forms
Education
School for Families - Advise & Information
Service includes: - Tailored consultation services that focus on your specific educational needs, such as researching a particular school, area, or solving specific problems.
Note: Travel expenses outside Lisbon and Greater Lisbon will be charged separately.
Service Includes: - A detailed shortlist of 5-10 schools tailored to your child's unique profile, including explanations to assist you in making informed decisions.
Service Includes: - Collecting necessary documents - Liaising with legal teams - Liaising with Schools - Translators - Guiding you through each step of the process
Service Includes: - Educational profiling - School shortlisting - Full application management
Service Includes: - A 1-hour video consultation - Educational profiling - School shortlisting - Full application management for 5 schools
University: Advice and Information
Service Includes: - Tailored consultation services that focus on your specific educational needs such as researching a particular university, program, area, or solving specific admission-related issues.
Note: Travel expenses outside Lisbon and Greater Lisbon will be charged separately.
Service Includes: - A detailed shortlist of universities tailored to your academic and personal profile, including explanations to assist you in making informed decisions.
Service Includes: - Full management of the application process for up to 5 universities. This includes : - Collecting necessary documents - Liaising with legal teams - Liaising with Universities, Translators and guiding you through each step of the process.
Post-relocation
Registrations for EU Citizens
EU citizens when becoming residents need to register at the municipality they reside in.
Service includes: - Preparing the necessary documents, - Making an appointment
Note: if escorting the client is needed an additional fee of 100€ will be charged.
EU citizens when becoming residents need to register at the municipality they reside in.
Service includes: - Preparing the necessary documents - Making an appointment
Note: if escorting the client is needed an additional fee of 100€ will be charged.
EU citizens when becoming residents need to register at the municipality they reside in.
Service includes: - Preparing the necessary documents - Making an appointment
Note: if escorting the client is needed an additional fee of 100€ will be charged.
National Heathcare System
Legal residents can register with a local Health Centre and have access to healthcare under the same conditions as nationals.
Service includes: - Gathering information - Filling in forms
Note: if escorting the client is needed an additional fee of 100€ will be charged.
Legal residents can register with a local Health Centre and have access to healthcare under the same conditions as nationals.
Service includes: - Gathering information - Filling in forms
Note: if escorting the client is needed an additional fee of 100€ will be charged.
Legal residents can register with a local Health Centre and have access to healthcare under the same conditions as nationals.
Service includes: - Gathering information - Filling in forms
Note: if escorting the client is needed an additional fee of 100€ will be charged.
Driving License
Residents in Portugal need to exchange their non-EU issued driving license within 90 days.
Service includes: - Assistance with registering with the National Health Service (NHS) - Assist with obtaining a medical certificate - Assist with statement on the authenticity of the foreign driving license - Setting an appointment with IMT (Institute for Mobility and Transportation) to gather biometric data - Filling in forms
Note: if escorting the client is needed an additional fee of 100€ will be charged.
Residents in Portugal with a EU/EEA issued driving licence need to inform IMT within 60 days of becoming a resident.
Service includes: - Filling in forms - Interacting with IMT
Note: if escorting the client is needed an additional fee of 100€ will be charged.
Other related services
Escorting clients to SEF, City Hall, Parish Council, Social Security, Tax Authorities, Transport Authority, etc.
Note: Fees to be quoted for escorting outside of Lisbon.
Service includes: - Scheduling an appointment - Drafting the necessary application forms
Service includes: - Requesting the resident parking card with the Municipality by providing proof of residency, vehicle registration, proof of identity, application form and Issuance of the muncipal fee
Service includes:
Authentication of necessary documents by our Lawyers.
Note: the indicated price is for document up to 25 pages.
Service includes:
Authentication of necessary documents by our Lawyers
Note: the indicated price is for documents with more than 25 pages
Service includes:
Registry of documents for a newborn in Portugal
Drafting any legal documents not included as a part of other services
Note: The base fee may change depending of the complexity of documents
Service includes:
Assistance in obtaining a Portuguese ID card
Service includes:
Representation in the act of marriage and with a prenuptial agreement
Service includes:
Representation in the act of marriage and without prenuptial agreement
Service includes:
Representation in the act of marriage and no prenuptial agreement
Service includes:
Transcription of marital documents/certificate, for a marriage which took place outside of Portugal in order to fulfill marriage certificate requirements in Portugal
Service includes:
Assistance in obtaining a Portuguese passport. This is for applicants who are already eligible, such as those who have held 5+ years of residency in Portugal and have obtained Portuguese citizenship.
Service includes:
Drafting of a PoA for matters that involve representation in Portugal
Service includes:
Search birth certificates filed in Portugal
Service includes: - Ensure the company fulfils the requirements for the Certification - Gather all the necessary documentation and submission of the request - Eventual communication with public entity to clarify questions - File necessary appeals
This service is provided upon request and the fees depend on the documents and languages to be translated from
moviinn fees
gov't feesgovernment fees
Taxes
Portuguese Tax Identification Number (NIF - Adult)
A Portuguese Tax ID is mandatory for everything you do in the country
€200
€0
Taxes
Portuguese Tax Identification Number (NIF - Minor)
A Portuguese Tax ID is mandatory for everything you do in the country
€150
€0
Taxes
Tax Representation (Individuals)
Tax representation is mandatory for all adults who do not reside in Portugal
€450
€0
Taxes
Portuguese Tax Identification Number (NIF + Tax Representation)
A Portuguese Tax ID is mandatory for everything you do in the country. Tax representation is mandatory for all adults who do not reside in Portugal
€600
€0
Essentials
Open a Bank Account (Individual in Portugal)
Open a Bank Account in a Portugese Bank
€150
€0
Essentials
Open a Bank Account (Individual out of Portugal)
Open a Bank Account in a Portugese Bank
€250
€0
Essentials
Opening a Corporate Bank Account
Open a Corporate Bank Account in a Portugese Bank
€450
€0
Essentials
Registration w/ Social Security
Social Security registration is mandatory for all work related activities.
€250
€0
Essentials
Registration w/ Social Security (Family - Adult)
Social Security registration is mandatory for all work related activities.
€100
€0
Essentials
Registration w/ Social Security (Family - Minor)
Social Security registration for a minor is optional, unless there's the need to request a subsidy / grant.
Educational Profiling and Individualized School Shortlisting
A customized shortlist of 5–10 schools matched to your child’s profile, with insights to guide your choice.
€480
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Education
Full Application Management for 5 Schools
Comprehensive management of applications for up to 5 schools, handling documents, communications, and process guidance.
€1020
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Education
Full Application Support Package
Complete application support, including educational profiling, school shortlisting, and full application management.
€1320
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Education
Comprehensive School Placement Package
All-in-one school placement support with consultation, profiling, shortlisting, and full management for 5 schools.
€1499
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Education
Custom Advice & Information for University
Personalized university consultation covering programs, locations, and admission issues; travel outside Lisbon billed separately.
€264
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Education
Educational Profiling and Individualized University Shortlisting
Personalized shortlist of universities matched to your profile, with insights to guide your choice.
€528
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Education
Full Application Management for University
Comprehensive management of applications for up to 5 universities, handling all documents and communications.
€1122
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Essentials
EU Citizen Registration (CRUE - Main Applicant)
EU citizens when becoming residents need to register at the municipality they reside in
€250
€15
Essentials
EU Citizen Registration (CRUE - Family - Adult)
EU citizens when becoming residents need to register at the municipality they reside in
€100
€15
Essentials
EU Citizen Registration (CRUE - Family - Minor)
EU citizens when becoming residents need to register at the municipality they reside in
€50
€15
Essentials
NHS Registration (Main Applicant)
Legal residents can register with a local Health Centre and have access to healthcare under the same conditions as nationals
€250
€0
Essentials
NHS Registration (Family - Adult)
Legal residents can register with a local Health Centre and have access to healthcare under the same conditions as nationals
€100
€0
Essentials
NHS Registration (Family - Minor)
Legal residents can register with a local Health Centre and have access to healthcare under the same conditions as nationals
€50
€0
Essentials
Driving License Exchange (Non-EU)
Residents in Portugal need to exchange their non-EU issued driving license within 90 days
€500
€30
Essentials
Driving License Registration (EU)
Residents in Portugal with a EU/EEA issued driving licence need to inform IMT within 60 days of becoming a resident
€250
€30
Essentials
Escorting Clients to Public Institutions
Escorting clients to SEF, City Hall, Parish Council, Social Security, Tax Authorities, Transport Authority, etc.
€100
€0
Essentials
Parish Council Certificate / Residence Certificate
The residence certificate proves that you are actually and permanently settled in the country and it's requested for CRUE (certificate of residence as a European citizen living legally in Portugal)
€200
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Essentials
Resident Parking Card
Requestion the resident parking card with the Municipality
€250
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Essentials
Authentication of Documents
Up to 25 pages
€30
€0
Essentials
Authentication of Documents
More than 25 pages
€60
€0
Essentials
Birth Certificate Registry, Issuance and ID Card
Newborn in Portugal
€250
€0
Essentials
Drafting Legal Documents
Complementary to other services
€140
€0
Essentials
Portuguese ID Card
Portuguese ID Card (Cartão de Cidadão)
€285
€18
Essentials
Marriage Process With Representation & With a Prenuptial Agreement
Representation in the act of marriage
€2000
€220
Essentials
Marriage Process With Representation Without Prenuptial Agreement
Representation in the act of marriage
€1800
€120
Essentials
Marriage Process Without Representation nor Prenuptial Agreement
Representation in the act of marriage
€1500
€120
Essentials
Marriage Transcription
For a marriage which took place outside of Portugal
€750
€0
Essentials
Obtaining a Portuguese Passport
For those who have held 5+ years of residency in Portugal and have obtained Portuguese citizenship
€285
€65
Essentials
Power of Attorney (PoA)
For matter that involve representation in Portugal
€100
€0
Essentials
Sourcing Legal Documents From Public Registry
Birth certificates filed in Portugal
€200
€0
Essentials
Tech Visa Certification
For companies
€800
€0
Essentials
Translation of Legal Documents to Portuguese
Service provided upon request
€
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