Opening a Company in Portugal
Legal Consulting with Fernanda Veras
Establish Your Business Legally in Portugal with Judicial Security and Personalized Support
Do you want to open a company in Portugal as a foreigner and don’t know where to start? Portuguese legislation offers several possibilities for foreign entrepreneurs, but requires strict compliance with tax, immigration, and contractual rules.
I am Fernanda Veras, a lawyer specializing in International and Business Law, and I offer comprehensive consulting for the legal formation of companies in Portugal, with remote and in-person services (Braga).
Who Can Open a Company in Portugal?
- Brazilians and citizens of Portuguese-speaking countries
- Foreigners with a visa or residence permit
- Non-residents interested in investing or working independently
- Liberal professionals, freelancers, and service providers
Sole Proprietorship
- Ideal for self-employed professionals. Fast process and lower tax burden.
Single-Member Quota Company (Unipessoal por Quotas)
- Company with a single partner, offering limited liability protection.
Quota Company (LDA)
- Two or more partners. The most common model for small and medium-sized enterprises. Exportar para as Planilhas
Stages of Legal Advice
Profile and Activity Analysis
- Identifying the ideal type of company based on the area of operation, investment, and objective (residency, turnover, D2 visa, etc.).
Incorporation and Registration
- Full support in the opening process through the "Empresa na Hora" portal, Notary Office, or IRN (Institute of Registries and Notary).
Mandatory Document Collection
- NIF (Tax Identification Number), bank account in Portugal, trade name, registered office, and social contract (bylaws).
Tax and Legal Framework
- Legal advice on VAT (IVA), Personal Income Tax (IRS), Corporate Tax (IRC), and social security regimes. Guidance on accounting and legal obligations. Exportar para as Planilhas
Humanized and Secure Service
Fernanda Veras is registered with the OAB/RJ (Brazilian Bar Association) and the Portuguese Bar Association, with extensive experience in nationality and European citizenship processes. The service provided is ethical, confidential, technical, and, above all, focused on the real stories behind each process.
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Fernanda Veras – International Law
Legal Excellence with Ethics, Transparency, and Dedication, with extensive experience in International Law, Nationality, and Immigration.
International Practice
We offer in-person service in Braga, Portugal, and online.
Information
- +351 932 184 943
- Avenida da Liberdade 706, Floor 1º, 4710-249 Braga, Portugal
- Service Hours: Monday to Friday, from 9 AM to 6 PM (in-person and online) | Portugal Time
- contato@fernandaverasadvogada.com
Certifications and Commitments
- Lawyer registered with the OAB/RJ (nº 129.731) and the Portuguese Bar Association (nº 66301P)
- Legal service without borders
- Commitment to ethics, confidentiality, and personalized legal solutions
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