Obtaining a Portuguese Tax Identification Number (NIF)

1. If you reside outside the European Union, you will need to nominate a fiscal representative in Portugal together with the request for a Tax Identification Number. The following documents are needed:

  • Form "Anexo II", requesting a NIF and nominating a fiscal representative with an address in Portugal, duly signed and attested;
  • Form "Anexo III", by which the fiscal representative in Portugal formally accepts the representation;
  • True copy of the identification document of the applicant;
  • Copy of the fiscal representative's identification document;
  • Proof of the applicant's address in the country of residence (eg.: utility bill).

2. For residents in Saudi Arabia or Yemen, the applicant's signature in "Anexo II" and true copies can be attested at the Embassy of Portugal in Riyadh, by appointment only.

    For residents in Bahrain or Oman, the applicant's signature may be attested by a notary and then by Hague Apostille through the Bahraini/Omani authorities.

3. The fiscal representative in Portugal can present the complete set of documents at the "Autoridade Fiscal e Aduaneira" (Tax and Customs Authority), to initiate the request for the NIF.

    Alternatively, the documents may be sent by the Embassy to Portugal, provided the "Anexo III" is already signed by the fiscal representative and duly attested. 

4. Once the NIF has been issued, the Tax and Customs Authority will inform the fiscal representative in Portugal.

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