Relocation Service in Portugal

This service is ideal for individuals and families relocating to Portugal who wish to simplify the often complex legal, administrative, and practical steps involved in settling in a new country. 

Whether you are an EU citizen relocating for work, a retiree from the UK, US or Canada, or a non-EU citizen entering under a residency visa such as the D7 or Digital Nomad visa, our relocation service helps make the transition smooth and legally compliant.

Clients typically include:

• Retirees seeking to enjoy Portugal’s lifestyle and tax benefits.

• Remote workers or digital nomads establishing temporary or long-term residence.

• Families moving for professional or educational reasons.

• Property buyers requiring residency and utility setup support.

• Non-EU nationals navigating visa, registration, and immigration formalities.

If you are moving to Portugal and want a hassle-free start, with guidance from English-speaking professionals familiar with Portuguese bureaucracy, this service is designed for you.

Our English-speaking legal and administrative professionals provide comprehensive relocation support with a step-by-step method:

1. Initial Consultation: We assess your needs based on your personal and professional profile.

2. Documentation Assistance: Support with obtaining a Portuguese tax number (NIF), opening a bank account, and gathering required visa/residency documentation.

3. Address Registration (Certificado de Registo or Atestado de Residência): We assist in registering your address with the local municipality.

4. Health System Registration: Help enrolling in the Portuguese public health system (SNS) or arranging private insurance.

5. Social Security and Education Support: Where required, we assist with registration for social security or enrolling children in schools.

6. Utility Setup: We can liaise with utility companies to set up electricity, water, internet, and mobile services in your name.

7. Post-arrival Support: Continued support for registering with SEF (Immigration Services), attending appointments, or resolving local bureaucracy.

Each step is guided by experienced professionals who ensure legal compliance and minimize delays.

• Peace of Mind: Avoid bureaucratic errors and misunderstandings by having experienced local professionals assist you in English.

• Tailored Support: Each relocation package is customized to your personal circumstances, whether you’re moving solo or with your family.

• Legal Assurance: Ensure you meet all residency, taxation, and registration obligations in Portugal.

• Time-Saving: Skip long queues and confusing paperwork by having us coordinate with public institutions on your behalf.

• Comprehensive Coverage: We help with everything from legal registration to utilities, ensuring you're ready to live comfortably in Portugal from day one.

• One-on-one consultation with an English-speaking Portuguese lawyer or relocation advisor

• Assistance obtaining NIF (tax number) and opening a local bank account

• Help securing proof of address and registering with local authorities

• Guidance with enrolling in the Portuguese healthcare system (SNS or private)

• Support arranging utility services: water, electricity, internet, mobile

• Assistance enrolling children in public or private schools (if applicable)

• Legal guidance on visa/residency requirements including SEF appointments

• Optional ongoing support post-relocation (billed separately)