Portugal Legal Hub - Residence, Taxation and Worker Mobility: Your Legal Gateway to Residency, Taxation and Employment in Portugal
At CCA, we offer a comprehensive range of services designed to support your integration in Portugal. Our specialised team provides assistance at every stage — from tax and employment structuring to administrative formalities — to ensure your transition to Portugal is smooth, secure and legally compliant.
🟠 Immigration & Residence
Visas and Residence Permits
We assist with the preparation and submission of visa and/or residence permit applications for individuals wishing to reside in Portugal.
Residence Card for EU Citizens
We provide support with the registration of European Union citizens residing in Portugal.
🟠 Taxation
Tax Orientation Meeting
We conduct a tax orientation meeting to explain the Portuguese tax system and assess eligibility for more favourable tax regimes.
Annual Tax Return (IRS)
We offer services for the preparation and submission of the annual personal income tax return (IRS), ensuring full compliance with tax obligations.
Registration under the new tax incentive regime: IFICI (RNH 2.0)
We assess eligibility, prepare and monitor applications under the new incentive regime for scientific research and innovation.
🟠 Labour Matters
Social Security and Bilateral Agreements
We analyse applicable legal frameworks and benefits (e.g. detached workers / A1 forms).
Employment Contracts & Portuguese Labour Rules
We review and adapt foreign employment contracts to Portuguese labour law, tailored to the specific circumstances of employers and employees.
Protection of Mobile Workers and Digital Nomads
We advise on labour rights, health and safety, and cross-border remote working arrangements.
🟠 Integration in Portugal
Healthcare User Number
We assist in obtaining the healthcare user number, essential for accessing the National Health Service.
European Health Insurance Card
We provide support in the process towards the issue of the European Health Insurance Card, to ensure access to healthcare across the EU.
Social Security Registration
We assist employers and self-employed individuals with registration in the Portuguese social security system.
Baggage Certificate
We provide assistance in obtaining the Baggage Certificate, which facilitates the transfer of personal belongings to Portugal. This process may qualify for exemptions from VAT and customs duties, provided that all formalities are completed within 12 months of the change in tax residence.
Exchange of Driving Licence
We assist with the exchange of foreign driving licences for Portuguese ones, ensuring full compliance with national regulations and facilitating a smooth transition to driving in Portugal.
Legalisation of Foreign-Registered Vehicles
We provide support with the legalisation of vehicles registered abroad, which may also benefit from VAT and customs duty exemptions if completed within 12 months of changing tax residence.
🟠 Worker Mobility & Corporate Immigration
At CCA, we offer tailored services to support worker mobility and assist companies in seconding or relocating employees, as well as recruiting internationally. [Click here to learn more.]
We are committed to delivering excellence and efficiency, ensuring that your transition to living and working in Portugal is legally sound, seamless and secure.
Contact us to learn how we can support your relocation or workforce strategy.
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