Relocation & Residential

Moving to
Lisbon.
Done properly.

For international buyers purchasing below €800k or relocating to Portugal as a primary residence. Visa guidance, property search, end-to-end purchase advisory.

Looking to invest above €800k or allocate to real estate funds? That's our primary focus — see Private Wealth Advisory or Real Estate Funds.

The buying process

How property purchase
works in Portugal.

Total purchase costs run 7–9% above the property price for EU residents buying a primary home — comprising IMT transfer tax, stamp duty, notary and legal fees.

IMT is progressive, but since 25 May 2026 non-residents who have never been tax resident in Portugal pay a single 7.5% rate on residential property, refundable if they become resident within 2 years. Use our IMT calculator for a precise estimate of your total costs.

Cash purchases close in 6–10 weeks. Mortgage purchases take 3–4 months. Off-plan completions follow the developer's construction timeline.

Get your NIF

Portuguese tax number — obtainable remotely via a fiscal representative. Required before anything else.

Property search

We search on and off market. Shortlist with full financial modelling. No padding with unsuitable stock.

CPCV — promissory contract

Binding agreement with 10–30% deposit. Legal protections apply to both buyer and seller.

Due diligence

Title search, encumbrance checks, planning permissions, building licence verification.

Escritura — final deed

Signed at the notary. IMT and stamp duty paid. Keys exchanged. We stay involved through to this point.

Moving toLisbon.Done properly.

Choose yourpath to residency.

How property purchaseworks in Portugal.

Moving to
Lisbon.
Done properly.

Choose your
path to residency.

How property purchase
works in Portugal.