WHO IT'S FOR · COMPANY REGISTRATION
Who company
registration is for
Your own company in Portugal opens access to the EU market, a legal business structure for contracts, and one of the routes to legalization and citizenship
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BENEFITS
Benefits of registering
a company in Portugal
Access to the EU market
Legally do business across the EU, sign contracts with European partners and win more trust from international clients
Taxes that fall each year
In 2026 corporate tax (IRC) is cut to 19%, and 15% for SMEs on the first €50,000. The government has approved a further reduction to 17% by 2028
Legalization and residency
Setting up a company can be one route to legalization, and after 5 years of continuous residence, grounds to apply for citizenship
Fast registration — remotely
In most cases the process is completed in a few days. Registration is possible remotely, without being physically present
TAXATION · 2026
What a company
pays in Portugal
Current rates under the 2026 State Budget. Portugal is phasing down corporate tax — by 1 percentage point a year, to 17% in 2028
19%
CORPORATE TAX (IRC)
The base rate for 2026. In 2027 — 18%, in 2028 — 17%
15%
FOR SMEs — FIRST €50,000
A reduced rate for small and medium enterprises and Small Mid-Caps
23%
VAT (IVA)
The standard rate; reduced rates of 13% and 6% for certain goods and services
200%
PAYROLL DEDUCTION
A double deduction on pay rises of 4.6%+ — an incentive for employers
In addition: a municipal surcharge (derrama) of up to 1.5% depending on the municipality, and a state surcharge on profits above €1.5M. Employer social contributions are 23.75% of salary. A precise calculation for your structure — at the consultation
ROADMAP
Registering and launching
your company
Four sequential stages — from preparing the founding documents to your first steps in trading
STAGE 1
Document preparation
The company's founding documents
Choosing the company name and structure
Government name-approval certificate
Translations and legal review
STAGE 2
Company registration
Filing documents in person or by power of attorney
Company registration certificate
Entry into the RCBE (beneficial-owner register)
STAGE 3
Bank account opening
Choosing a bank and the document package
Opening a corporate account
Setting up online banking
STAGE 4
Activation and launch
Registration in the tax system
Onboarding an accountant and bookkeeping
Your first steps operating in Portugal and the EU
PRICE · BASE PACKAGE
Turnkey company
registration
BASE PACKAGE
€1650
+ VAT
Full support for registering your company — from an expert consultation to receiving the documents and the company card
BOOK A CONSULTATIONWhat's included in the package
Expert consultations on your company form and ownership structure
Preparing and checking all registration documents
Government certificate approving the company name
Registering the company with government bodies (in person or by power of attorney)
Entry of data into the RCBE
Pacto Social, Certidão Permanente and the company card
Matching you with an accountant
A first consultation with the accountant on running the company
THE RESULT
What you'll get
in the end
Pacto Social
The company's articles of association
Certidão Permanente
The official extract from the company register
RCBE document
Confirmation of entry in the beneficial-owner register
Company card
An official document with the company's details
Access to government portals
Login credentials for the tax and social security offices for reporting
A ready-to-operate company
A complete set-up to run a business in Portugal and the EU
REQUIREMENTS
What you need
to apply
Passport (all valid passports)
NIF (the Portuguese tax number)
A power of attorney — if the process is handled remotely without you present
ADD-ONS
Additional services
Government fee for company registration
€360
Power of attorney
€75
Company accountant
€200 + VAT / mo
Company activation by an accountant
€200 + VAT
Registered address and mail handling
€90 + VAT / mo
Bank account opening
€1450
Powers of attorney (where applicable) are not included in the base package — they are paid separately
WHY IT PAYS OFF
An investment in your future
40+ hrs
of time saved
We take on the bureaucracy, appointments and dealings with government offices for you
0
errors and missed deadlines
You avoid the cost of mistakes — every document is reviewed by a lawyer before filing
Transparent
no hidden fees
A fixed price for our support and a clear process at every stage of registration
Long-term
an investment in the future
An EU company is the foundation for business, legalization and a path to citizenship
OUR COMMITMENT
A fixed price for Vesper's support, with no hidden fees for our services. Government fees, the notary and third-party services are paid separately; we support you through to the completion of registration
FAQ
Frequently asked
questions
Didn't find your answer? Ask us during the free express consultation
How long does registration take?
Registering the LDA itself takes 3–5 business days once the documents are ready. A full launch with a bank account, accountant and tax-office activation usually takes 2–4 weeks
What is the minimum share capital for an LDA?
The legal minimum is €1 per share. In practice we recommend €1,000–5,000 — it makes opening an account easier and builds trust with partners
Do you need to be a Portuguese resident?
No. A foreigner without a residence permit can be a shareholder and director. You only need a NIF; non-residents from outside the EU also need a tax representative, which we provide
Does a company grant residency rights?
On its own, no — but it is grounds for the D2 entrepreneur visa and further legalization. After 5 years of residence, you become eligible to apply for citizenship
What if the company isn't trading yet?
Even a "dormant" company files annual returns (Modelo 22, IES). We match you with an accountant who handles this without your involvement
OFFICIALLY IN PORTUGAL SINCE 2019
Ready to open
a company in Portugal?
Experienced local lawyers and consultants in Portugal. We take on the whole process, from first contact to a ready-to-operate company
CONTACTS
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+351 91 202 47 77Telegram
@vesperadvisoryAddress
Av. Engenheiro Adelino Amaro Da Costa, Edificio Central Office, nº189 E, escritorio 12, 2750-279 Cascais, Portugal
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