Official bodies and services for people living in or moving to Portugal — filter by city, category and the language they work in.
Paid placements, shown separately from the editorial listings.
Example of a sponsored listing: relocation packages for families — housing search and help with appointments.
Example of a sponsored listing: private medical insurance for residents and long-stay visa applicants.
The public agency that handles residence permits and renewals for non-EU nationals. It took over these functions from the former immigration service, SEF, in 2023. Start here for current procedures and appointment channels.
The telecoms regulator: consumer information on contracts, loyalty periods (fidelização), coverage and how to complain about a provider.
The insurance regulator. Check whether an insurer or broker is authorised to operate in Portugal and find consumer guidance.
Plain-language guidance from the central bank on opening accounts, fees, credit and your rights as a bank customer.
Operator of Lisbon's buses and historic trams, as well as the city's funiculars and the Santa Justa lift.
The national rail operator: suburban and regional lines (including Lisbon–Sintra and Lisbon–Cascais) and long-distance Alfa Pendular and Intercidades trains.
The government's single entry point for public services, with step-by-step guides to registrations and certificates, and the list of in-person Citizen Spots (Espaços Cidadão).
Lisbon's four-line metro, including the Red Line to Humberto Delgado Airport. Check the official site for current fares and service changes.
The professional body for lawyers. Use it to check that a lawyer you are considering is registered and entitled to practise.
The professional order for certified accountants. Useful for confirming that an accountant is a registered member before you hire them.
The official housing portal: rental support programmes, tenancy rules and public housing initiatives.
The Tax and Customs Authority (AT) portal: NIF requests and appointments, income tax (IRS) returns and your tax situation online.
Official information on national (D) and short-stay visas, the documents required and applying through consulates abroad.
The public health service's online portal and phone triage line (808 24 24 24): guidance on when and where to seek care. In an emergency, call 112.
The Lisbon tourism association's official visitor guide, including the Lisboa Card and city events.
The national tourism board's official guide to regions, events and trip planning across mainland Portugal, Madeira and the Azores.
Example listing of an independent residency consultancy: document preparation, appointment support and renewals.
Example listing of a tenant-side rental search service: viewings on your behalf and contract checks.
Example listing of an accountancy for freelancers and first-year tax residents.
Example listing of a small law practice working on tenancy, property and residency matters for international clients.
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