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Obtaining an NIF, also known as a tax number or numero de contribuinte, is the first step in expatriation to Portugal or in any Portuguese administrative procedure.

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“A solid service with a very competitive price”

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“Another selling point is the fact that AnchorLess is available in multiple languages”

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“Let AnchorLess handle the admin for you so you can enjoy your new life in Portugal.”

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“Let AnchorLess handle the admin for you so you can enjoy your new life in Portugal.”

The #1 method to get your NIF from the US

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The #1 document for your life in Portugal

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What is a Portuguese NIF?

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It's a tax identification number granted by Portuguese tax authorities (aka 'Finanças'), that allows anyone to domicile their taxes in Portugal, and you don't need to be a resident to request one. The NIF is by far the most requested ID for any service in Portugal.
All NIF applications include:
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Portuguese NIF - you can order multiple at once for your family or group
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Password for your Finanças account

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6 months of tax representation
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Registration for Portuguese Finanças
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The online process to apply for my NIF as an American foreigner was incredibly straightforward and easy. I received my NIF in one business day which was incredibly fast. Would definitely recommend this service to others!

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We had a 1:1 meeting to discuss our personal situation and how to proceed. Then Rosa became our rockstar. She has guided us thru the NIF process and now we are on our way to getting the Bank Account set up in Portugal. They break everything down into manageable tasks and have greatly reduced our stress!

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Pleasant & flawless NIF experience - thanks!+ Responsiveness of chat support
+ Ease of use of the website (intuitive, comprehensive, very well done) + Incredible speed of actually procuring the requested NIF + Price point

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I decided to use this company because the cost was a fraction of the price of an immigration attorney. Everything went smoothly. I purchased a NIF and bank account. I would recommend this service to everyone.

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NIF application was a great experience.
Hassle-free online process and delivery of my NIF within 3 business days. Impressed with AnchorLess. They clearly work hard to ensure every customer is delighted.
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I'm happy I used Anchorless for my NIF. It was very easy to fill out the form online and upload my documents.
They kept me informed on the progress and timeline which I believe was shorter than they had stated.

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Brilliant experience from start to finish. I applied for a NIF online, which I needed prior to arriving in Portugal and received it with ease. Great service guys!!!

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Speedy and helpful. We had difficulty uploading a document but Guilhelme was very helpful and did it for us. We received our NIF number very quickly. Thank you.

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Why do you need a NIF?

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If you’re planning to live in Portugal or manage any financial activity here, getting a NIF is your first essential step; and the sooner, the better.
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Opening a bank account

The NIF is essential for opening a bank account, one of the first steps to setting up your life here.

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Legal Residency for EU and Non-EU Citizens

Required to apply for residency, register with Finanças, or take care of tax obligations.
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From renting a flat to working or studying

Whether you're signing a lease, starting a job, or enrolling in school, a NIF is a legal requirement to get started in Portugal.
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Utility services (phone, water, electricity...)

To set up essential services like internet, electricity, or a mobile plan in Portugal, a NIF is required by providers.
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A simple process to get your NIF online

With AnchorLess, getting your Portuguese NIF is as easy as 1, 2, 3.

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Complete our form

Complete our online form for your NIF request in under 5 minutes, all from the convenience of your home.

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Send your documents on our platform

You’ll need 2 documents to get your NIF:
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Sign the Power of Attorney online

Use our secure platform to sign the POA so our partner lawyers can submit your application.
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Once signed, your NIF application is in the hands of our partner lawyers.
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Receive your NIF by email

We’ll deliver your NIF securely by email within a few days, depending on the option you choose (24-hour delivery available).

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Finanças Portal access codes

We request your Finanças portal access codes on your behalf and forward them to you once they arrive.

(Please note: it may take 3–4 weeks after your NIF is issued for the password to be delivered by mail)

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“AnchorLess helped me get my bank account, my son’s NIF, and there were also resources on the site for securing an apartment.”
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Why apply for your NIF with AnchorLess?

AnchorLess is the #1 trusted online service for getting a Portuguese NIF; fast, clear, and hassle-free.
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Fastest delivery, with guaranteed timelines
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Apply from anywhere, no need to be in Portugal
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Transparent pricing, no hidden fees
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Expert support, tailored to your case
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One secure platform, to track your process
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Tax representative included, no extra cost
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Real human help, when you need it
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Language barrier, often involving documents and communication with officials in Portuguese
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Physical presence required, adding complexity especially for those living abroad
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Unclear legal fees, hard to predict or budget with confusing and contradictory information
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Finding a tax representative, mandatory in certain cases and highly complicated in most cases
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No clear timeline, usually with long waits in the street, and little communication from start to finish
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Limited or no support, if anything goes wrong it may be hard to find someone reliable to talk to
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Fantastic service

Fantastic service, very fast turnaround and getting the NIF was cheaper than what we had been quoted elsewhere. I had a slight issue due to a mistake that I had made and they were really helpful to make sure that the delay was minimal.
Highly recommended!

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Exceptional

When I reviewed all positive comments it seemed too good to be truth. But they are really very good: great customer service, automated platform , friendly interface. My NIF was ready next day.

Alina, France

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Superb Customer Service

I used Anchorless to obtain my NIF and Portuguese bank account online. The work began during the holidays in December 2023 and ended the first week of February 2024 [...]. I heartily recommend Anchorless. Getting the NIF and bank account through my immigration attorney would have cost me at least $1000 more.

Christine, United States

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Highly recommend Anchorless for your Immigration procedures in Portugal

We found Anchorless on Google, hired them to process this important document for us, and... Voila! it arrived TODAY!! As a former US Immigration translator for 21 years found the speed of this procedure absolutely amazing.

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The best. As simple as that

This is the second time that I use the services provided by Anchorless. This time to obtain my daughter's NIF. The service is not only quick and efficient but also painless and effortless which is everything you could ask for while relocating to a foreign country. Thank you

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Very easy and efficient service

Very easy and efficient service. I was lost - trying to get my daughters Fischal number sorted in Portugal, with Brexit making life difficult. This service was fast and efficient, it took about 10 minutes and I never left the sofa!! HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!!

Daniel, United Kingdom

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The company is great to deal with

The company is great, I had a good chat with Guilherme who is my contact about the process and what I wanted to do. So far setting up the legal requirements has been painless and they inform you of all the steps along the way.

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Highly Recommended

Order my NIF and provided my documents online, all instructions on the website were clear and easy to follow. Got my NIF 24 hours after uploading my documentation! Money well spent! Thank you :)

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Better than helpful

In expecting mediocre, non-personalized help from Anchorless I was, I'm happy to say, pleasantly surprised to be wrong. I'm considering using them again for phase two.

"Going the extra mile" as the cliche says is what this company does and I would highly recommend them to anyone unsure of themselves when it comes to completing the paperwork required to begin the visa application process.

Robert, United Kingdom

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Excellent service and support

Excellent service and support. We spoke with a representative who had broad knowledge and made it clear how we could move forward, what we could do, and what we needed further support. Technically, everything was friendly, with immediate response. We highly recommend this service.

Orit, Canada

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Outstanding Experience

I recently had the pleasure of working with this company, and I can't recommend them highly enough. From start to finish, their service was nothing short of outstanding.

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