International · VAT

VAT registration in Portugal for non-resident entities

Support for foreign entities whose activities in Portugal require assessment of VAT registration and related compliance obligations.

Who this is for

Who this is for

  • Foreign companies carrying out transactions that may create Portuguese VAT obligations
  • Non-resident entities requiring registration and ongoing compliance
  • International businesses that need VAT coordinated with local tax and accounting support
What we can support

What we can support

  • Initial assessment of registration requirements
  • VAT registration for non-resident entities
  • Organisation of required tax information
  • Non-resident tax compliance where included
  • Analysis of more complex VAT transactions
  • Coordination with tax representation where applicable
What this support aims to solve

What this support aims to solve

01

Clarify obligations before starting or changing operations

02

Connect registration with subsequent compliance

03

Coordinate VAT with other Portuguese tax and accounting needs

How it works

How it works

1

Understand the planned activities and transactions

2

Assess the relevant VAT framework and obligations

3

Prepare and complete registration where applicable

4

Organise subsequent compliance included in the agreed scope

Frequently asked questions

Frequently asked questions

Does every foreign company need Portuguese VAT registration?

No. The requirement depends on the transactions and applicable framework, so it should be assessed case by case.

Can you handle returns after registration?

The service offering includes non-resident tax compliance, which can be included in the agreed scope.

Next step

Describe your company’s situation and the support you need.