Immigration · Tax

Portugal,
done properly.

Whether you are planning your move, settling in, or already living here. One team of specialists handles it all.

750+
expats trusted us with their move
5.0★Google rating
100%Visa approvals
100%IFICI approvals
Portugalize team
Henrique & Manuel, Founders

Who we are

Portugal’s one-stop shop for expats.

A team of Portuguese specialists who know how things work here. We help people move to Portugal, get set up properly, and stay on top of things long after they’ve arrived. Before you move, the day you arrive, and every year after. One team.

Meet the team
How we work

Simple from the first call.

No jargon, no chasing, no surprises. A clear process from start to finish.

01

Intro Call

We understand your situation, explain your options and agree on the right path forward. Free, no obligation.

02

We handle it

From document prep to submissions to follow-ups. You stay informed at every step without having to chase anyone.

03

You move forward

Residency confirmed, taxes structured, essentials sorted. We stay available as your situation evolves.

Testimonials

What our clients say

Henrique is fantastic and I would give him 10 stars if possible. He helped us from beginning to end in getting our D7 Visas (we were just approved last week!). He was always available and helpful. I have recommended him to several others. If you are looking for advice and assistance with the Visa process to Portugal please use Portugalize. Prices were very fair too!

Laura E.

Moving to Portugal can be complex, but thanks to Portugalize, it was easy to transfer my freelance activities and start a new page of my career in this sunny and warm country.

Laurent G.

I highly recommend Portugalize, as I was fortunate enough to find them to assist me with my immigration process and was very satisfied with their work. I needed help with various paperwork, and they handled it quickly and efficiently. I would hire them again without hesitation.

Paula P.

From day one, he laid out the visa application and residency process in a very clear, logical and succinct way. He also helped me apply for and in some cases directly applied for my required documentation and has continually offered support and answers along the way. For anyone who's looking to emigrate to Portugal, he will help you make it happen!

Norma B.

I am working in immigration about 7 years and have worked with several lawyers — Manuel and Henrique are the most professional and responsible. Clear thinking, rigorous attitude, high efficiency.

Shanshan H.

Moved to Portugal last year and working with Manuel made the process so much smoother and stress-free. I had the added complication of working remotely for a UK-based company, but Manuel was all over it and knew the finer detail to make it all straightforward. He even had a call together with my colleagues to ensure we'd ticked the relevant boxes. Couldn't recommend the Portugalize team enough!

David K.

Portugalize helped both my wife and I with our move to Portugal. Even after providing all services we requested, Henrique went over and above and didn't charge for extra information along the way. Whether it's NIF, NISS, visa help or setting up a business — not sure there is a better service out there.

Renato R.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Portugalize was founded by Henrique and Manuel, two specialists who have lived the complexity of moving to and operating in Portugal. Henrique handles immigration: visas, residency, and everything that gets you legally settled. Manuel handles tax: NHR/IFICI applications, income filings, and Portuguese tax strategy. One team, two areas of expertise, no handoffs to third parties.

We handle the two things that matter most when you move to Portugal: immigration and tax. That means visas (D7, D8), residency applications, NIF and NISS registration, bank account setup, tax regime applications (NHR 2.0/IFICI, IRS Jovem), freelancer structure, and annual filings. Everything is handled by our in-house team, start to finish.

We work with people who are serious about their move to Portugal. Our clients include remote workers and digital nomads, passive income earners and retirees, freelancers and founders, and people relocating from the US, UK, and beyond. If you want things done properly the first time, without chasing down multiple firms, we are the right fit.

Portugal's immigration and tax system is navigable, but small mistakes have real consequences: rejected visa applications, missed tax deadlines, or leaving money on the table with the wrong regime. We know what the system requires, we have done it many times before, and we stay with you through the process, not just the paperwork.

Book a free 15-minute intro call. We will listen to your situation, tell you what applies to you, and explain what working with us looks like. No obligation, no generic advice, just a straight conversation about your move.

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