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How to nominate a fiscal representative in Portugal

Follow these step-by-step instructions to nominate a fiscal representative in Portugal on the Portuguese tax office's online portal.

Who this guide is for

Anyone who would like to nominate a new fiscal representative in Portugal. Learn more about who needs a fiscal representative here.


What you will need

  1. Your login credentials for Portal das Finanças. When will I receive my password?
  2. The NIF of the fiscal representative that you would like to nominate

Step 1: Log in to Portal das Finanças

1. Go to https://www.portaldasfinancas.gov.pt/

2. Click on the Iniciar Sessão button at the top right corner of the page.

portal das financas website homepage

3. Click on the NIF tab.

portal das financas log in nif tab

4. Enter your NIF number. Where can I find my NIF number?

5. Enter your password.

6. Click the Autenticar button.

portal das financas log in with nif and password

Step 2: Navigate to the section

1. Search for the keyword Entregar Nomeação using the search bar at the top of the page.

nominate new fiscal representative search bar

2. Find “Entregar Nomeação” and click Aceder.

continue to nominate new fiscal representative

Step 3: Nominate your fiscal representative

1. Enter the NIF of the fiscal representative that you would like to nominate.

2. Check the checkbox under the label "Âmbitos".

3. Click the Iniciar Nomenação do Representante button.

portal das financas screenshot nominate fiscal representative

4. Review the NIF and Name of the fiscal representative that you are nominating. If everything is correct, click the Confirmar button.

portal das financas screenshot confirm fiscal representative

5. Your newly nominated fiscal representative will need to accept your nomination request via their account on Portal das Finanças. They will be notified via mail or email depending on their Portal das Finanças notification settings.

Step 4: Download your Certificate of Tax Residence

After your new fiscal representative has accepted your request, follow these instructions to download a Certificate of Tax Residence (Certidão de Domicílio Fiscal). This document should show the NIF, name, and address of your new fiscal representative. See the example below.

certificate of residence or CRUE

If you'd like to cancel your fiscal representation with Bordr, email a copy of your updated Certificate of Tax Residence (Certidão de Domicílio Fiscal) to support@bordr.com or upload it on the app.