Applying for a taxpayer identification number (NIF) for a natural person
The taxpayer identification number, in Portuguese Número de Identificação Fiscal (NIF), is a form of personal identification that is essential for purchasing goods or services, entering into contracts, opening bank accounts, etc.
Portuguese nationals with a valid Citizen’s Card already have a NIF allocated to them.
If you are not in the aforementioned category, find out how to apply for a NIF.
See also the 'How to request the NIF and the NISS for foreign citizens in Portugal' page in the following languages: Portuguese, English, Arabic, Hindi and Mandarin.
Service channels
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Online
Through the tax representative of the person applying for the taxpayer identification number (NIF).
Free
The appointment is made at ebalcão, choose the "Appointment" option. The representative will have to authenticate themselves with the Digital Mobile Key, Citizen's Card or Tax Identification Number and password.
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At the counter
Appointments at a tax office can be made by telephoning 217 206 707.
Free
The NIF is assigned at the time of the request, through a verbal declaration.
Who can applying for a taxpayer identification number (NIF) for a natural person?
When can you applying for a taxpayer identification number (NIF) for a natural person?
You can request the Tax Identification Number (NIF) at any time.
If you already have the NIF assigned and there is a situation of loss, loss, theft, deterioration or need for renewal of the Taxpayer Card, learn how to request a 2nd copy of the card.
What are the documents and requirements to applying for a taxpayer identification number (NIF) for a natural person?
If you are a Portuguese national
- For children under the age of 10 without a Citizen’s Card, a birth certificate or equivalent document must be produced.
If you are a citizen of another EU country
- To be considered a resident for tax purposes, you will need to produce:
a civil identity document or a passport or a certificate of registration as a European Union citizen, issued by the municipality of the area of residence.
- To be considered a non-resident for tax purposes, you will need to produce:
a civil identity document or a passport.
- For foreign minors without a passport, the following must be produced:
proof of birth.
If you are a national of a third country
- To be considered a resident for tax purposes, you will need to produce:
an identity document or a passport and residence permit.
- To be considered a non-resident for tax purposes, you will need to produce:
an identity document or a passport, and you must appoint a tax representative (natural or legal person) resident in Portugal.
- For foreign minors without a passport, the following must be produced:
proof of birth.
Note: if you are a third-country national and you are producing your passport, you will also need to produce your entry visa for Portugal or the Schengen area.
What is the price to applying for a taxpayer identification number (NIF) for a natural person?
It is free.
How applying for a taxpayer identification number (NIF) for a natural person?
The NIF is allocated to persons with Portuguese nationality when they apply for a Citizen’s Card.
Other EU citizens and third-country nationals can request a NIF by submitting the requested documents:
- at the Tax Office, by booking a face-to-face appointment.
- at the e-counter of the Tax Office, through the tax representative of the person applying for the NIF, if you have residence in a third country or in the following European Economic Area countries: Norway, Iceland, and Liechtenstein.
Note: The designation of the representative can be made by the citizen himself, with the representative's acceptance, or by a proxy, also with the representative's acceptance.