Relocating to Portugal often involves more legal complexity, as you need someone to handle immigration matters and other topics, such as real estate questions. That’s why we work closely with trusted, independent immigration lawyers who combine strong academic backgrounds with real-world international experience. Our partner visa lawyers support our clients with legal security, clarity, and cross-border understanding—especially for foreign nationals navigating Portuguese systems for the first time.
At My Visa Portugal, we guide you through property and relocation processes, but legal acts must always be handled by qualified lawyers registered with the Portuguese Bar Association.
They understand both Portuguese law and the reality of being a foreign client.
Visa Assistance for Portugal: Guidance on obtaining temporary and residence visas for individuals aiming to live, work, study, or invest in Portugal.
Portuguese Nationality Acquisition: Support in applying for Portuguese citizenship through descent, marriage, or naturalization, including document retrieval and legal representation.
Notarial Services: Provision of certified copies, authenticated documents, extrajudicial notifications, powers of attorney, signature recognition, and certified translations in English, Portuguese, and Spanish.
Tax Identification and Banking: Assistance in obtaining a Portuguese Tax Identification Number (NIF) and opening bank accounts remotely or in person, essential for various legal and financial activities in Portugal.
Immigration Law: Comprehensive support for foreigners seeking to reside, invest, or study in Portugal, including consultations, risk assessments, visa applications, legalization processes, and professional regularization.
Civil Registry Services: Management of civil documentation processes and registration
Real Estate Law: Legal support in property transactions, including drafting contracts, overseeing acquisitions and sales, and obtaining necessary property documentation.
Immigration Lawyer | Portuguese Residency & Visa Specialist
Focused exclusively on Immigration Law, assisting international clients with Passive Income (D7) and Digital Nomad (D8) visas, and other residency visa options, as well as residence permits, AIMA procedures and Portuguese citizenship.
Gabriela is a lawyer dedicated exclusively to Immigration Law, with extensive experience assisting international clients relocating to Portugal.
Her practice focuses on guiding passive income clients, remote workers and entrepreneurs through a structured and efficient relocation process to Portugal, from visa application to residence permits and regularization, and ultimately through to Portuguese citizenship.
Immigration, Real Estate, Corporate & Labor Law
Law graduate from the University of Lisbon with a postgraduate degree in Labor and corporate law from ISCTE. Lawyer since 2012 and member of the Portuguese Bar since 2015.
Daniel specializes in Real Estate Law, Corporate Law, Labor Law, Contracts, Litigation, and Foreigners Law, assisting both individuals and businesses with property, company structuring, and legal compliance in Portugal.
Immigration & Real Estate Lawyer
Nuno Pedro is a specialized visa and real estate lawyer with more than 10 years of professional experience. Based in Coimbra, he maintains a nationwide practice, offering his legal expertise to clients throughout all of Portugal.
He focuses on guiding international clients through residency applications and property acquisitions with a high level of dedication. His extensive knowledge of the Portuguese legal system makes him a reliable partner for those seeking to relocate or invest in the country.
| Service | Scope / Description |
| NIF & Tax Representation (Without Activity) | NIF Application: • Preparation of documentation • Submission of NIF request • Taxpayer registration on the Finance Portal • Direct and regular communications with the Client regarding IMI and other applicable taxes |
| NIF & Tax Representation (With Activity) | A. NIF Application: • Preparation of documentation; submission of NIF request; taxpayer registration on the Finance Portal; regular client communications on IMI and applicable taxes B. Tax compliance advisory: • Assistance, completion and filing of IRS (income tax) returns • Tax litigation advisory — receipt of notifications and communication to represented parties (subsequent tax advisory must be handled by tax lawyers) • High-level tax consultancy on other countries based on our established partner network C. Tax situation advisory & management: • Management of real estate taxes upon property acquisition in Portugal, including amounts and payment deadlines • Registration of rental contracts with the Tax Authority; monthly receipt issuance; Stamp Duty (IS) guidance and follow-up • Acting as intermediary before the Tax Authority; filing annual IRS returns on behalf of represented clients • Tax simulations and estimates: IRS, IMT, Stamp Duty (purchase/rental), IUC (vehicle tax), IMI (property tax) • Handling all Tax Authority enquiries; maintaining expense and income records for client defense |
| Local Accommodation (With Tax Representation) | • Issuance of Recibos Verdes (self-employment receipts) • Weekly communications with the Local Accommodation Management Company • Completion and submission of the Tourist Tax form to the Municipality • Filing and tracking of expenses for deduction purposes • Expense qualification on the e-Fatura system |
| Local Accommodation (Extra) (Each additional unit beyond the 1st) | • Issuance of Recibos Verdes • Weekly communications with the Local Accommodation Management Company • Completion and submission of the Tourist Tax form to the Municipality • Filing and tracking of expenses for deduction purposes • Expense qualification on e-Fatura |
| Local Accommodation (Without Tax Representation) | • Issuance of Recibos Verdes • Weekly communications with the Local Accommodation Management Company • Completion and submission of the Tourist Tax form to the Municipality • Filing and tracking of expenses for deduction purposes • Expense qualification on e-Fatura |
| Rental Agreement (With Tax Representation) | • Registration of the rental contract with the Tax and Customs Authority • Monthly receipt issuance • Stamp Duty information and payment slip issuance • Regular communications with client and/or tenant regarding monthly payments • Follow-up on all related tax matters |
| Rental Agreement (Without Tax Representation) | • Registration of the rental contract with the Tax and Customs Authority • Monthly receipt issuance • Stamp Duty information and payment slip issuance • Regular communications with client and/or tenant regarding monthly payments • Follow-up on all related tax matters |
| IRS Declarations (Income Tax Returns) | • Analysis of income documentation • Completion and submission of IRS Modelo 3 return |
| VAT Declarations (Local Accommodation) | • Analysis of income documentation • Analysis of expenses and eligible deductions • Completion and submission of the quarterly VAT return |
| Capital Gains Simulation | • Analysis of property acquisition documentation • Analysis of property sale documentation • Analysis of eligible expenses for deduction from the sale proceeds • Simulation report with estimated figures and detailed explanation |
| IFICI Application (Tax Incentive Scheme) | • Analysis of client income documentation • Analysis of employment relationship documentation • Preparation and submission of the application |
| Tax Memorandum | Written legal opinion on a topic requested by the client |
| Written Analysis | Written analysis of questions raised by the client |
| Tax Consultation | Includes a meeting to address the client’s queries; may or may not involve prior document review in preparation for the meeting |
Most Portuguese visas require proof of long-term accommodation — and that’s exactly where relocation plans often stall. Our bundled packages combine expert visa guidance with the right home to match, so your paperwork and your move happen in sync, not months apart. Choose the Visa Bundle, the Visa & Rental Bundle, or a full Buyer’s package — one team, start to finish.
