Company Incorporation & Business Registration in Portugal.

Start your business in Portugal with professional guidance. Complete company incorporation, registration, and setup support from formation to operations.

Overview

Company incorporation services.

Starting a business in Portugal involves navigating legal requirements, tax registration, and regulatory compliance. Our team manages the entire incorporation process, allowing you to focus on your business.

Business Entity Formation

Establish the optimal business structure - Unipessoal, Lda, or SA - based on your needs and growth plans.

Complete Registration

Full legal process from articles of association through commercial registry and tax registration.

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Operational Setup

Bank accounts, accounting systems, and all requirements to begin business operations.

Services

What our incorporation service covers.

Legal Structure

Advise on optimal business structure - sole proprietorship, partnership, or corporate entity.

Registration Process

Handle all filings with commercial registry, tax authority, and government agencies.

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Articles of Association

Draft and file articles of association defining your company's governance and operations.

Tax Registration

Bank Setup

Assist with opening business bank accounts and establishing accounting systems.

Compliance Framework

Establish accounting, reporting, and compliance procedures from the start.

Formation

Company formation process.

iBusiness Structure Selection — choose between Unipessoal (sole trader), Lda (private limited), or SA (public company).
iiName Registration — verify availability and register your chosen company name with Portuguese authorities.
iiiArticles Preparation — draft articles of association reflecting your ownership structure and governance.
ivOfficial Registration — file documents with commercial registry (Conservatória) and tax authorities.
vBanking & Operations — open business accounts and establish accounting and compliance procedures.

How we help

Incorporation process timeline.

Initial Consultation. Discuss your business concept, structure needs, and operational requirements.
Structure Recommendation. Advise on optimal business structure based on your situation and long-term plans.
Documentation Preparation. Prepare articles of association and all required formation documents.
Registration & Filing. Submit all documents to commercial registry, tax authority, and relevant agencies.
Post-Registration Setup. Establish bank accounts, accounting systems, and operational procedures.

Related services

→D2 Entrepreneur Visa — a residence permit for non-EU nationals starting a business in Portugal.
→NIF and tax representation — obtaining a tax number and fiscal representation for your new company.
→Portuguese tax obligations — understand corporate tax, VAT, and international double taxation treaties.
→Start-up Visa programme — for innovative businesses with incubator backing.

Common questions

Company incorporation FAQs.

Unipessoal is sole ownership; Lda is private limited (liability limited to capital); SA is public company. Lda is most common for startups.

Minimum varies by structure. Lda typically requires €1 minimum capital but recommend higher for credibility. For D2 entrepreneur visa, there is no fixed minimum - capital adequacy is assessed based on your business plan and activities.

Typically 2-4 weeks for complete process, depending on document preparation and government processing times.

Annual financial statements, tax returns, and company filings with authorities. We provide ongoing compliance support.

Yes, foreigners and foreign companies can establish businesses in Portugal without restrictions.

Companies must maintain proper accounting records and file annual financial statements. We can recommend accounting professionals.

This information is general and does not replace individual legal advice. It does not constitute a guarantee of any outcome. The applicable framework depends on the law in force and the specific circumstances of each case.

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