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Company Formation

Company formation in Portugal, online.

Full legal support to create your company.

If you intend to open a company in Portugal, LLA Legal provides full legal support in the online incorporation of companies, accompanying all stages of the process from the initial preparation to the final company registration.

We provide a structured service that allows you to create your company in a fast, secure and legally sound way, with permanent legal assistance.

Complete company formation service

We handle the entire company formation process, including:

  • Incorporation of Private Limited Companies (Lda.)
  • Company formation for Portuguese residents and foreign investors
  • Obtaining a Portuguese tax number (NIF) for foreigners
  • Preparation and review of the Articles of Association
  • Assistance in defining the corporate purpose
  • Identification of the appropriate CAE (economic activity codes)
  • Preparation and submission of the company incorporation request

The objective is to ensure that the company is created with a solid legal structure suitable for the intended activity.

Company formation for foreigners

If the shareholders are non-residents in Portugal, we also handle the process of obtaining the Portuguese Tax Identification Number (NIF). This service includes:

  • Obtaining NIF for foreign individuals
  • Appointment of a tax representative when required
  • Preparation of the documentation required by the Portuguese Tax Authority

This step is essential for foreign investors wishing to establish companies in Portugal.

Legal support in the company structure

Defining the company structure is one of the most important elements during the incorporation process. We assist with:

  • Choosing the type of company
  • Defining the share capital
  • Preparation of the Articles of Association
  • Allocation of quotas between shareholders
  • Appointment of managers (directors)

This analysis ensures that the company is legally prepared for its business activity.

Definition of corporate purpose and CAE codes

The corporate purpose must correctly reflect the activity the company intends to carry out. LLA Legal provides assistance with:

  • Legal drafting of the corporate purpose
  • Identification of appropriate CAE activity codes
  • Definition of main and secondary activities
  • Verification of any licensing or regulatory requirements

Personalized questionnaire

Before starting the company formation process, we send a personalized questionnaire to collect all the necessary information, including:

  • Identification of the shareholders
  • Company activity
  • Capital structure
  • Management structure
  • Specific business needs

Based on this information we prepare all the necessary documentation.

Submission of the company incorporation request

After receiving all the necessary documents, we proceed with the final preparation of the process.

The company incorporation request is submitted within 24 hours after receiving the complete documentation.

Frequently asked questions about company formation in Portugal

How long does it take to create a company in Portugal?

After receiving all the necessary documents, the company incorporation request is submitted within 24 hours.

What is the minimum share capital to create a company in Portugal?

In the case of Private Limited Companies (Lda.), Portuguese law allows the share capital to be freely determined by the shareholders, starting from 1 euro per quota. In practice, many shareholders choose a higher capital depending on the nature and scale of the business activity.

How much does it cost to form a company in Portugal?

The registration cost at the Commercial Registry Office is currently 360 € for companies with customized Articles of Association, or 220 € when choosing a pre-approved model of Articles of Association. LLA Legal fees are charged on a flat-rate basis for the entire company formation process.

Can foreigners open a company in Portugal?

Yes. To create a company in Portugal as a foreigner, it is first necessary to obtain a Portuguese NIF (tax number), a process that we also handle.

What is the most common type of company in Portugal?

The most commonly used corporate form is the Private Limited Company (Sociedade por Quotas – Lda.), due to its flexibility and simple management structure.

Start your company in Portugal with legal support.

If you intend to open a company in Portugal or incorporate a company online, LLA Legal provides full legal assistance throughout the entire process.