Update Your NIF Address Online

The simplest way to update your NIF address and become a Portuguese tax resident, all from the comfort of home.

  • No Need to Be in Portugal – Hassle-free & online
  • 24/7 Dedicated Support – We're here to help anytime
  • Fast Turnaround – Update your NIF address in just 2 to 5 business days
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Why Updating Your Address Matters

Establish Fiscal Residency

Ensure you’re officially recognized as a Portuguese tax resident.

Comply with Legal Requirements

Keep your address current to receive legal documents and stay compliant with Portuguese regulations.

Access Essential Public Services

Secure your access to healthcare, social security, and other public services by maintaining an up-to-date address.

Updating Your NIF Address Can Be Tricky Without Us

Finanças Password Required

To update your address online, you’ll need access to your Finanças account, which requires a password.

Potential Language Barrier

Navigating the Finanças website and dealing with tax authorities often requires proficiency in Portuguese, which can add to the complexity.

Certified ID Documents May Be Required

When trying to update your address online, the tax authorities can request a certified copy of your ID document and may even require an in-office visit. With us, document certification is already included in the price, saving you time and hassle.

Unpredictable Legal Costs

Hiring a lawyer independently can come with variable costs, making it hard to budget. Our service offers transparent pricing with no hidden fees.

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4 Easy Steps to Update Your NIF Address

Pay for the Service

Securely complete your payment to get started.

⚡ Fast Application

Updating your NIF address online is simple, takes less than two minutes, and can be done from the comfort of your home.

✅ Money-Back Guarantee

If there's any delay on our end, we'll refund your entire service fee - no questions asked.

Submit Your Documents

Complete the form and upload these 3 documents:
1) Proof of identity: Passport scan or EU ID card.
2) Proof of address:
For Portuguese addresses:
EU citizens: CRUE.
Non-EU citizens: Residency card or AIMA confirmation + rental agreement.
For other addresses: Proof of address and, if applicable, a residency card.
3) NIF certificate: A copy of your NIF certificate.

🔒 100% Secure

We use the latest technology to ensure your personal information is fully protected and our platform remains safe and secure.

Sign the Power of Attorney Electronically

You’ll sign a power of attorney electronically, authorizing our partner lawyer to update your address with Finanças.

📩 How Do I Sign It?

The signing process is fully electronic. Once you submit your details, you’ll receive an email with a link to securely sign the PoA online. It’s quick, easy, and legally binding.

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Receive Confirmation

Your updated NIF certificate with a new address will be sent to you via email in 1-3 business days.

📩 NIF Address Updated Fast

Get Your NIF with Updated Address in Just 1-3 Business Days.

Experience the Ease of Novomove

Say goodbye to complicated paperwork and long waiting times. With Novomove, we handle the heavy lifting so you can focus on settling into your new life in Portugal.

  • Streamlined Process: From document submission to legal compliance, we take care of it all.
  • Expert Support: Our team is available 24/7 to answer your questions and ensure a smooth experience.
  • Fast and Reliable: Get your NIF address updated in as little as 2 business days.

Make your transition effortless with Novomove — where convenience meets professionalism.

Frequently Asked Questions

Updating your NIF address ensures that any important communications from Portuguese authorities reach you, especially tax notifications and legal correspondence. It’s also crucial for administrative procedures, like registering a vehicle or applying for residency.

Yes, it’s essential to update your NIF address even if you have a fiscal representative. When you update your address from a non-Portuguese to a Portuguese one, your fiscal representative is automatically removed, and all tax communications will be sent directly to your new address. Additionally, this change means you will be recognized as a Portuguese tax resident.

You’ll need to provide the following documents:

  • Proof of identity (passport scan or EU ID card)
  • Proof of address:
    • Portuguese address:
      • EU citizens: CRUE
      • Non-EU citizens: Residency card or AIMA confirmation + rental agreement
    • For other addresses: Proof of address and, if applicable, a residency card
  • A copy of your NIF certificate

A CRUE (Certificado de Registo de Cidadão da União Europeia) is a certificate of residence for EU citizens living in Portugal. It’s required when changing your NIF address to a Portuguese one to establish your residency.

No, you’ll need to obtain a CRUE certificate first if you’re an EU citizen. For non-EU citizens, a residency card or AIMA confirmation letter is required.

An AIMA letter is a confirmation from the AIMA authority that your address has been updated in their records. Non-EU citizens need to send an email with supporting documents to AIMA to request the address update. A confirmation email from AIMA is required as part of the NIF address update process, which should then be sent to us.

You can find more details in this article:
https://novomove.com/docs/requirements/template-to-request-an-aima-address-update-non-eu-citizens/

The process typically takes between 2 to 5 business days.

Yes, you can update your NIF address online through the Portuguese Tax Authority’s website. You can follow our step-by-step guide here:
https://novomove.com/how-to-update-your-portugal-nif-address-on-portal-das-financas/

If you don’t update your NIF address, you risk missing important communications, such as tax notifications, which could lead to penalties or legal issues.

If you update the address yourself through the Finanças portal, there’s typically no fee. However, if you use our service, we handle the entire process for you at a transparent price, including document certification.

Yes, you should update your NIF address even if you move abroad. This ensures the Portuguese Tax Authority has your current contact information.

You can update your NIF address as often as necessary. There’s no limit to how many times you can make this change.

Your tax obligations are based on your residency status. If you change your address to a Portuguese one, it indicates that you are becoming a Portuguese tax resident, which means you are obligated to declare your worldwide income in Portugal.

Yes, you can authorize someone, such as Novomove, to update your NIF address on your behalf. We can handle the process for you, including any legal requirements.

Once your NIF address has been updated, you can check the new address on the Finanças portal under your personal details. You can use this guide to do it:
https://novomove.com/how-to-get-a-certificate-of-portuguese-tax-residence/

If you use our service, we’ll notify you via email once the update is complete.

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Requesting a NIF for a minor under the age of 18?

See the additional requirements below:

  • Birth certificate or Adoption certificate of minor
  • Copy of first parent’s passport
  • Copy of second parent’s passport

Were you born in Portugal or hold Portuguese citizenship?

You will need to provide a copy of your Portuguese birth certificate or your Citizen Card (Portuguese: Cartão de cidadão).

What can I use as Proof of Address?

When ordering your NIF, you will need to provide proof of address that satisfies the following criteria:

Address

  • Must be a residential address outside of Portugal
  • Must match the “Residential Address” submitted in the intake form
  • P.O. boxes and business addresses are not accepted

Name

If purchasing NIF only

  • First name and surname on your Proof of Address must match your passport exactly
  • For example, say that the name on your passport is “John Apple Smith”
  • ✅ John Apple Smith
  • ✅ John A Smith
  • ✅ John Smith
  • ❌ J Smith
  • ❌ Johnny Smith
  • ❌ Any other variations

    If purchasing NIF and Bank
  • The bank requirements for Proof of Address are stricter than the NIF requirements. Because of this, the full name on your Proof of Address must match your passport exactly, otherwise, it will be rejected.
  • For example, say that the name on your passport is “John Apple Smith”
  • ✅ John Apple Smith
  • ❌ John A Smith
  • ❌ John Smith
  • ❌ J Smith
  • ❌ Johnny Smith
  • ❌ Any other variations

Document language

  • If purchasing NIF only
  • If the document is not written in the Roman alphabet, you need to provide an English translation. The translated document needs to be certified.
  • If purchasing NIF and Bank*
  • The document must be in English, Portuguese, Spanish, Italian, or French.
  • If your Proof of Address is not in any of the languages above, please provided a translation to English. This translation needs to be certified.
  • For customers from the Schengen area: Documents can be certified by a lawyer or a notary outside of Portugal
  • For customers from other countries or residents outside the Schengen Area: Documents can only be certified by an authorized entity (Portuguese Consulate/Embassy or any other entities with the Hague Apostille).

*Schengen Areas:
Austria, Belgium, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Italy, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, and Switzerland.

Image quality

  • Text is legible
  • No shadows
  • No light reflections
  • All four corners of the document are visible

Acceptable Documents

Any of the following documents are acceptable:

1.Driver’s license

  • Must be valid (i.e. not expired)
  • Provide photos of both the front and back
  • Residential address must be visible
  • Expiration date must be visible

2. First page of bank statement

  • Issue date must be visible
  • Issued within the past 3 months
  • Must be an actual bank statement. Other documents from the bank (e.g. confirmation letter or bank certificate) will not be accepted.

Utility bill

  • Issue date must be visible
  • Issued within the past 3 months
  • Can be from any of the following providers: electricity, water, mobile sim, internet, cable, etc

For Minors

If requesting a NIF on behalf of a minor, please include a proof of address of one of the minor’s parents.

What does your ‘No Win, No Fee’ Guarantee mean?

In the event that we’re unable to successfully open your bank account, we implement our ‘No Win, No Fee’ Guarantee.

This means we will refund 50% of the total service cost, which equates to the Success Fee.

Service Fee Structure

Process Fee: 50% of the total payment, this fee covers the administrative tasks and processes involved in submitting your application.

Success Fee: The remaining 50% of the total payment, this fee is charged for the successful opening of your bank account.

It’s important to clarify that this guarantee does not cover any potential initial deposit or the bank’s recurring monthly fees.

Our guarantee ensures that if we don’t succeed in our primary service – opening your bank account – you aren’t charged the full service fee.

This policy showcases our confidence in our services and our dedication to customer satisfaction.

This is an example of a NISS pdf we provided to a client from the U.K.

Please note that name and address have been edited for privacy purposes.

This is an example of a NISS document we provided to a client.

Please note that name and address have been edited for privacy purposes.

Requesting a NIF for a minor under the age of 18?

See the additional requirements below:

  • Birth certificate or Adoption certificate of minor
  • Copy of first parent’s passport
  • Copy of second parent’s passport

Were you born in Portugal or hold Portuguese citizenship?

You will need to provide a copy of your Portuguese birth certificate or your Citizen Card (Portuguese: Cartão de cidadão).