Verify at the source
The official portals behind every decision
Most decisions in Portugal — buying property, importing or buying a car, healthcare, residency — end at an official state portal. These pages explain what each portal does, what you can do there, and answer the questions people ask most. Decide Portugal is independent: we link to these portals so you can verify everything at the source.
Portal das Finanças
Autoridade Tributária e Aduaneira
Your NIF, IRS, property taxes (IMT, IMI, Imposto do Selo), the caderneta predial, and car taxes (IUC, ISV).
IMT Online
Instituto da Mobilidade e dos Transportes
Vehicle records, inspection (IPO) status, homologation for imported cars and driving matters.
SNS
Serviço Nacional de Saúde
Your utente number, health centre registration and public healthcare information. SNS 24 line: 808 24 24 24.
Private Health Insurance
Guide · regulated by ASF
What a seguro de saúde covers, typical monthly costs and how it differs from a health plan and the public SNS.
ePortugal
Portal pública de serviços
The one-stop government portal for everyday administrative procedures, certificates and appointments.
We describe these portals only to point you to official information. Procedures, fees and requirements change; always confirm the details on the portal itself or with a qualified professional before you act.