Portuguese NISS
The NISS (Numero de Identificacao de Seguranca Social) is the official Portuguese Social Security number, required for anyone who plans to work, reside, or run a business in Portugal. We assist expats, employees and the self-employed to apply online without delays or language barriers.
- Mandatory for legal employment in Portugal
- Handled directly with Social Security authorities
- Delivered as a PDF once government confirms
Money-back guarantee
A clear path to your Portuguese NISS.
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Submit your application
Complete the form and choose your plan.
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Verify your identity
Confirm your identity securely online.
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Sign the application
E-sign so we can submit on your behalf.
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Receive your NISS
We collect and deliver it as soon as it is issued.
What to prepare.
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Passport scan
Scanned copy only, no photos
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Portuguese NIF
We can obtain this first if you do not have one
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Proof of residence
Residence permit or EU registration certificate
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Proof of work
Work contract or registration of activity
Upload clear scans or photos. Our legal team checks everything before submission.
Documents prepared, filed, and returned to you securely.
Handled end to end.
- Full legal representation with the Portuguese authorities
- Document review by certified professionals
- Certificate delivered digitally to your dashboard
- English support at every step
Why it matters.
Access to Social Security
Healthcare, unemployment benefits and pensions.
Legal employment
Mandatory for compliant employment in Portugal.
Tax benefits
Proper registration and social security incentives.
Social integration
Smoother access to Portuguese public systems.
Transparent, all-inclusive plans.
Standard
Delivered in 30–35 business days
- Full legal representation with the Portuguese authorities
- Document review by certified professionals
- Certificate delivered digitally to your dashboard
- English support at every step
Express
Delivered in 5–15 business days
- Full legal representation with the Portuguese authorities
- Document review by certified professionals
- Certificate delivered digitally to your dashboard
- English support at every step
A trusted legal partner.
Easy process
Everything is handled 100% online. Our legal team communicates directly with the Portuguese authorities on your behalf.
Trusted by many
Thousands of expats have relied on us since 2013. Your data and documents are processed securely by professionals.
Fast turnaround
Applications are submitted within one business day, with guaranteed timelines backed by a money-back assurance.
Questions, answered.
Round out your move.
Expert consultation
Book a 45-minute call with a Portugal expert. Ask anything about NIF, NISS, residency, taxes, banking or moving here.
Portuguese NIF
Your Portuguese tax identification number, obtained online without the bureaucracy.
Portuguese SNS Number
Register with the Portuguese National Health Service and get your Numero de Utente.
Ready to start your Portuguese NISS?
It takes about five minutes to begin. Our team takes it from there.