Moving your business to Portugal — or starting to operate here from abroad — always raises the same questions: what taxes will I pay, how do I set up the company, how do I get the NIF, what obligations do I have towards the Tax Authority and Social Security. Serro & Andrade is an accounting and consulting firm with more than 20 years of experience, supporting foreign companies and professionals throughout the entire process — in Portuguese, Spanish, English and French.
Why choose Serro & Andrade
- Multilingual support — we speak your language and translate the complexity of Portuguese taxation into clear terms.
- Certified Accountants (OCC) — technical responsibility and representation before the Tax Authority.
- Experience with international clients — companies, investors and new residents from Spain, the rest of Europe and beyond.
- A single point of contact — from company formation to day-to-day accounting, payroll and taxes.
Services for those arriving or investing in Portugal
- Company formation in Portugal — choosing the legal form, registration and starting operations.
- NIF and NISS — obtaining the tax identification number and registering with Social Security, with fiscal representation when required.
- Tax framework and planning — IRC, IRS, VAT and the IFICI regime (the incentive that succeeded the Non-Habitual Resident scheme).
- Organised accounting — meeting your obligations, SAF-T, electronic invoicing and ATCUD.
- Payroll processing — hiring employees in Portugal and managing all employment obligations.
- Management consulting — reporting and decision support, not just compliance.
Who we work with
We support foreign companies that open or operate in Portugal, freelancers and the self-employed, investors e new residents who need to get their tax affairs in order from day one. We are in Porto, Maia and Paredes, and work remotely with clients across the country.
How we work
- Initial contact — tell us about your situation, with no obligation.
- Analysis — we assess the most advantageous tax framework for your case.
- Clear proposal — services and fees, with no surprises.
- Onboarding — we handle the registrations and start supporting your business.
Frequently asked questions
Do I need to be in Portugal to open a company?
Not necessarily. In many cases we handle the registrations and fiscal representation remotely; in others, your presence is occasional. We assess your specific case.
How long does it take to set up a company?
With the paperwork in order, a company can be incorporated within a few days. The NIF and Social Security registration are handled in parallel.
Can I still benefit from the Non-Habitual Resident scheme?
The NHR scheme was closed to new entrants and replaced by the IFICIregime. We assess whether you meet the conditions and which framework is most favourable for you.
Do you offer support in English?
Yes. We provide support in Portuguese, Spanish, English and French, by email, phone or video call.
Talk to us
Take the first step with a partner who understands your situation. Contact Serro & Andrade and get an assessment tailored to your situation.
