1. NIF Document (PDF)
A 2-page document provided by the Portuguese tax office.

2. Copy of passport (PDF)
A scanned image of your passport. Make sure that all fields are legible and the image does not contain any reflections or shadows.

3. Proof of address (PDF)
This can be the first page of a bank statement, a utility bill, or a driver's license. The document should include your name (as presented on your passport) and physical address.

- Provide an English translation if the document is not written in English

4. Proof of employment (not needed for retirees)
For employees:
1. Paystub (Issued within the past 3 months)
2. Statement of employment issued by the company (Issued within the past 6 months)

Self-Employed / Business Owners:
This can be any of the following:

• A letter on bank letterhead stating that you own your business account (should include Company name and authorized signers on bank account)
  
• Business registration documents
  
• Letter from business partner or client indicating that you are the owner of your company