Create an association

Information on how and where to set up an association at a single time and in one place.

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Who can create an association?

When can you create an association?

Whenever you like.

Where create an association?

At any Associação na Hora counter.

What are the documents and requirements to create an association?

If the applicant is a natural person:

  • Identification Document (Citizen Card, Identity Card, passport, or residence permit) and taxpayer card (NIF).

Foreign natural persons who are not members of any governing body exempted from submitting the tax identification number.

If the applicant is a legal person:

And if it is an association or other legal person not subject to commercial registration:

  • Identification document (Citizen Card, Identity Card, Passport or Residence Permit) and Taxpayer Card (NIF) of the legal representatives;
  • Legal Person Identification Card or Electronic Card access code;
  • Statutes;
  • Minutes of the deliberation of the General Assembly on the constitution of the association;
  • Minutes of election and investiture of legal representatives

In the case of a commercial company:

  • Identification Document (Citizen Card, Identity Card, Passport or Residence Permit) and Taxpayer Card (NIF) of the legal representatives.
  • Minutes of the General Assembly granting powers for the constitution of the association.

What is the Price to create an association?

The price varies depending on the type of association you want to create:

Student association - Free of charge
Youth association - 300€ euros which will be refunded after recognition by the IPDJ.
Other types of associations - 300€

How create an association?

The Create an Association service allows you to set up an association in a single moment and at a single counter.

The process of setting up an Association is extremely simple and can be represented as follows:

  • Choose a name and a model of statutes previously approved;
  • Incorporate the Association at any Association on the Spot counter;
  • You can designate a Certified Public Accountant (TOC) or choose one from the list of TOCs available, if you choose to have organised accounting, or submit the declaration of commencement of activity at the Tax Office.