How do you safely buy a business in Portugal?

The key is full due diligence before signing: tax debts (AT and Segurança Social certificates), litigation, employment obligations, licenses and lease agreements. The deal is structured either as a purchase of company shares or a trespasse (transfer of a business unit) — with different consequences for debts and taxes.

Can buying a business be grounds for residency?

Yes, acquiring an operating business can be the basis for the D2 entrepreneur visa: an established company with turnover and jobs strengthens the economic case.

PORTUGAL · M&A

Buying an existing

business

Sourcing, valuation and safe deal support

BOOK A CONSULTATION

We'll help you find and evaluate an existing business to buy in Portugal and ensure a smooth, fully supported acquisition — with no hidden risks

WHAT'S INCLUDED

A turnkey deal —
from sourcing to launch

Sourcing targets

Existing businesses in Portugal that match your preferences and goals

Due Diligence

In-depth financial analysis and a review of key metrics — assessing the viability and health of the business

Financial model

A detailed model forecasting results and profitability after the purchase

Deal support

Full support during the sale — a safe and transparent process

Premises renovation

Help renovating the premises to your design and operational needs

Unlimited consultations

Ongoing support via consultations and chat at every stage of the acquisition

LEGAL SAFETY · DUE DILIGENCE

What we check
before the deal

In Portugal a company's debts pass to the buyer along with its shares. That's why no deal is signed until full legal and financial due diligence is complete

Debts and taxes — certificates of no debt with the tax office (AT) and social security (Segurança Social), hidden liabilities and pledges

Staff and contracts — employment contracts pass to the new owner automatically: we check length of service, severance and potential payouts

Licenses and lease — the validity of licenses (alvará), lease-transfer terms and permits for your line of business

Deal structure — a purchase of shares (quotas) or a trespasse (transfer of a business unit): different tax consequences and different exposure to old debts

PRICE

Calculated individually

Depending on the size of the business. We'll assess your case and propose a transparent deal-support plan at the consultation

YOUR FIRST STEP