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FS36E - Fiscal Representation
The reason for needing a Fiscal Representative is that Finanças do not post correspondence outside of EU/Schengen and will need a representative here in Portugal who can receive your correspondence and make sure you comply with declarations, payments and any other instructions from the Finanças etc. This representative can be anyone who has a fiscal number in Portugal and who IS a Resident here or it can be an accountant/document agency/lawyer etc.
U02E - Telephone
Portugal Phone Services: A necessity in today’s world, but what options are available for consumers in Portugal? This Bulletin highlights the various providers offering fixed-line and mobile options, enabling you to compare features, prices, and coverage to find the perfect plan for you.
N03E - Marriage
Marriage in Portugal has legal implications beyond the ceremony. It affects property ownership, financial responsibilities, and inheritance rights. In Portugal civil registry and Catholic marriages are recognised. Other religious ceremonies will also require a separate civil wedding.
U03E - Post Office
Portugal's postal service is called CTT, which offers a surprising variety of services beyond just letters and parcels. From bill payments to financial products, they can be your one-stop shop for everyday needs. They also offer a service to help prevent identity theft. This Bulletin will help you to understand CTT's services and how they can help you, beyond simply posting a letter.
Parking app
For those who frequently struggle with finding their car in crowded parking lots, WAZE has a solution. The popular navigation app has introduced a new 'Find My Car' feature that makes it easier than ever to locate your vehicle.
Cybercrime via Bluetooth
Many Members will use Bluetooth on their mobile devices, to connect to their hands-free system in their car for example or to connect to their music system or headphones. Generally this is perfectly fine and a very useful way to use technology, but as with all things there are things to be aware of and one of those is a scam that you might not have heard of, with the fairly unpleasant name of Bluesnarfing.
Property Inheritance Rules
If the property was purchased without financing and one of the owners dies, the property will go to their closest family members. This also applies even if there is a will.
Therefore, the law stipulated in the Civil Code is used and at least 2/3 of the inheritance of the property is divided among the legitimate heirs. In this case, the legislation determines the following hierarchy regarding the heirs:
G04E - Accountants
Do you know what are the main responsibilities and obligations of an accountant in Portugal, especially for individuals and small businesses and that there is a difference between a "Contabilista Certificado" (CC) and a "Consultores"?
H03E - Title Deed for Property
Did you know that Buying property in Portugal is in two stages: a promissory contract and a contract of sale (Escritura Pública)? Find out more in this Bulletin.
H04E - Land Registry Certificate
Ownership of land and buildings in Portugal is recorded at the Land Registry (Conservatória do Registo Predial). This register holds details of the owner, as well as other rights to the property. This Bulletin includes a brief outline about the certificate Certidão de Teor Predial/Certidão Permanente Predial.