Conservatory Registration
As if one registration wasn’t enough, here comes the second one. Yes, this is Portugal, after all. The IMT registration gets your car officially registered in Portugal, but it doesn’t provide you with your DUA (Documento Único Automóvel)—the actual registration card you need to carry with you while driving. ...IMT Registration
When you import a car into Portugal, registering it with the Instituto da Mobilidade e dos Transportes (IMT) is a crucial step. The IMT is the government agency responsible for vehicle registration, ensuring that your car is legally recognized and can be driven on Portuguese roads. Here's a quick guide...Customs Application
The customs application* is the most critical step in the car import process. It’s also where complications can arise. Customs will look at Legal Requirements: Are you the rightful owner of the car? Do you have all the necessary documents to register the car in Portugal? They will look into...Technical Sheet
For non-European car imports to Portugal, a Technical Sheet (Ficha Técnica) is often required in place of a Certificate of Conformity (COC). This document is crucial for proving that the vehicle meets Portuguese and EU standards for safety, emissions, and technical specifications, allowing it to be registered and driven legally...Brand Representative
In the process of importing a car to Portugal, the Brand Representative (Representante da Marca) plays a crucial role, particularly when the vehicle is from outside the EU, does not have a European Certificate of Conformity (COC), or has been modified. Role of the Brand Representative in Car Imports A...Power of Attorney
In the context of importing a car into Portugal, a Power of Attorney (Procuração) is a document that authorizes a third party—such as our company, Car Import Portugal—to act on your behalf throughout the import process. This document grants us the authority to manage essential steps like dealing with Portuguese...Vehicle Registration Document
A vehicle registration document is an official record of a vehicle's details, ownership, and registration status. Depending on the country, it can be issued as a single document or a card. Part 1 and 2 In some countries, it comes in two parts. To import your car, we will...Atestado da Junta de Freguesia
The Atestado da Junta is an official document from the local parish council, or Junta de Freguesia, in Portugal that serves as a proof of residence. It confirms that an individual resides within a specific area, which is essential for various administrative and legal matters, such as enrolling children in...Certificate of Residency
A Certificate of Residency in Portugal is often needed to confirm your legal residence status. This document proves your residence and is important for legal processes or taxation purposes. Needed for a Tax-Free Import When you import tax-free, you need to prove that you formally moved to Portugal. One...NIF document
A NIF (Número de Identificação Fiscal) document or card is a Portuguese taxpayer identification number required for various legal and financial activities in Portugal, including setting up utilities, opening a bank account, and importing goods. Where to get your NIF document You can obtain a NIF at a local...
