
Portuguese NIF
Initiate your online order and have your NIF delivered right to your living space.
Easy-to-Use
Portuguese NIF effortlessly through our straightforward online application
Fast Delivery
Just fill out our digital application to initiate the process. Your Portuguese NIF should arrive within a 5-7 business day timeframe
Support
We’ll provide regular updates at each stage of the process. For any queries, our email support is always available to assist you.
Obtain your NIF in just three simple steps.
Step 1
Submit Details
Finish the $139 payment and complete our digital application.

Step 2
Sign POA
Quickly authorize your Power of Attorney form to enable us to act on your behalf.

Step 3
Receive NIF
Your Portuguese NIF will be delivered to you, completing the streamlined process.
I was dreading the NIF paperwork, but Explore Tax made it so easy. Filled out the form, signed the POA, and got my NIF within a week—all without leaving my apartment. Highly recommend!
Sarah Williams – Freelance Graphic Designer
Frequent Questions
For more information, feel free to reach out via our contact page and we’ll respond promptly.
Our NIF service is open to individuals of all nationalities.
To secure a NIF for your child, complete the order form using your child’s information. For children under 18, extra documentation is required. Both parents must also authorize the Power of Attorney. For further information, please consult our guidelines.
Yes, we do offer limited ongoing fiscal representation services. For an annual fee of €139 EUR, we’ll acquire your NIF and forward any communications from the tax office until you designate a new fiscal representative. For more details, explore our fiscal representation section.
We pair you with a qualified Portuguese attorney who will act as your tax representative and facilitate the NIF application process for you.
Typically, the NIF is delivered within a 5-7 business day window. However, the timeframe may extend if the Tax Office is facing backlogs.
The NIF, or Número de Identificação Fiscal, serves as your tax identification number in Portugal. Essential for numerous daily tasks like setting up a bank account, securing a phone plan, or enrolling in health coverage, the NIF is also known as the Número de Contribuinte.