Open a Portuguese bank account remotely

We can open a bank account while you're still outside the country

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Get your signature recognized

Get your signature recognized by our lawyers. No Apostille required.

Dedicated Bank Manager

Private bank manager who will be your main contact.

Easy Process

Just a few steps to go through.

Open your bank account!

Easy and simple

We'll act as an intermediary and set your bank account for you.

Overview

We work with the biggest banks in Portugal.


The minimum amount required to open an account is 250 euros.


Our price includes the signature certification by our lawyer. You will not need to notarize or apostille anything.

What's included?

The main advantage of this account is the dedicated bank manager who acts as your point of connection with the bank.


-A dedicated bank manager;

-Online access;

-2 debit cards;

-2 credit cards;

-Free euro transfers to countries to SEPA member states (EU, UK, and 8 more)

Monthly fees

Your monthly maintenance fees are defined by your age and the average balance in your account. 


The total charge can be up to 15 euros/month.

(this is the maximum and is depending on the bank)

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Requirements

Here is what you'll need to get started.

VALID PASSPORT

Valid passport or EU ID Card.

PROOF OF ADDRESS

Proof of address in your country of residence.

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PROOF OF EMPLOYMENT

Proof of income issued within 3 months (Payslips for instance).


PORTUGAL NIF NUMBER

Original NIF number document.

How it works?


Fill in our form and upload your documents

Fill out our online form & Complete the payment of €350


Receive your bank account opening documents

Receive your bank account opening documents via email.

Sign your documents.

Mail us your documents

Get your signatures recognized by our lawyers

Get access to your new bank account!

Receive your IBAN, meet your bank manager, and get online access.

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Have any questions before to get started?

We're here to help! Send any questions you have over to us, by email, WhatsApp or either Messenger. We look forward to hearing from you.

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FAQ

  • Which banks do we work with?

    We actually have partnerships with:


    - Millennium

    - Novo Banco

    - Credito Agricula

  • How long does it take to open a bank account?

    For most people, the average turnaround time to open a bank account is 3-4 weeks. Our turnaround time is an estimate. There are things outside of our control (e.g. international customs, shipping times, and bank compliance. We cannot guarantee that your bank account will be opened by a certain date.

  • What is the cost of this service?

    €350 per account. The account can be for an individual or a joint account with multiple account owners. 

    Our fee includes the cost of the signature certification by one of our lawyers. You will not need to notarize or Apostille any of the documents.

  • Can my bank cards be shipped internationally?

    Yes, your cards can be shipped outside of Portugal at no additional cost.

  • Is there a minimum age requirement for opening a bank account?

    Yes, you must be at least 18 years old. When opening a joint account, both account holders need to meet the minimum age requirement.

  • Do I need my NIF document to open a bank account?

    Yes, you need your NIF document to open a bank account, not just the number. If you don't have a NIF yet, you can order one here!

  • Which countries do we support for the bank account service?

    Due to changing bank policies, we can only support certain individuals in opening a bank account. Since this is a dynamic situation, we will keep this FAQ updated as new policies come into place.


    The bank may request additional information and documents from citizens of certain countries they deem to be high risk which might delay the account opening process. 


    Supported Countries:


    Afghanistan

    Åland Islands

    Albania

    Algeria

    American Samoa

    Andorra

    Angola

    Anguilla

    Antarctica

    Antigua and Barbuda

    Argentina

    Armenia

    Aruba

    Australia

    Austria

    Azerbaijan

    Bahamas

    Bahrain

    Barbados

    Belgium

    Belize

    Benin

    Bhutan

    Bolivia, Plurinational State of

    Bonaire, Sint Eustatius and Saba

    Bosnia and Herzegovina

    Botswana

    Bouvet Island

    Brazil

    British Indian Ocean Territory

    Brunei Darussalam

    Bulgaria

    Burkina Faso

    Burundi

    Cambodia

    Cameroon

    Canada

    Cape Verde

    Cayman Islands

    Chad

    Chile

    Christmas Island

    Cocos

    Colombia

    Comoros

    Cook Islands

    Costa Rica

    Côte d'Ivoire

    Croatia

    Curaçao

    Cyprus

    Czech Republic

    Denmark

    Djibouti

    Ecuador

    El Salvador

    Equatorial Guinea

    Eritrea

    Estonia

    Ethiopia

    Falkland Islands

    Faroe Islands

    Fiji

    Finland

    France

    French Guiana

    French Polynesia

    French Southern Territories

    Gabon

    Gambia

    Georgia

    Germany

    Ghana

    Gibraltar

    Greece

    Greenland

    Grenada

    Guadeloupe

    Guam

    Guatemala

    Guernsey

    Guinea

    Guinea-Bissau

    Guyana

    Haiti

    Heard Island and McDonald Islands

    Holy See

    Honduras

    Hong Kong

    Hungary

    Iceland

    India

    Indonesia

    Ireland

    Isle of Man

    Italy

    Jamaica

    Japan

    Jersey

    Jordan

    Kazakhstan

    Kenya

    Kiribati

    Korea, Democratic People's Republic of

    Korea, Republic of

    Kuwait

    Kyrgyzstan

    Lao People's Democratic Republic

    Latvia

    Lesotho

    Liberia

    Libya

    Liechtenstein

    Lithuania

    Luxembourg

    Macao

    Macedonia, the Former Yugoslav Republic of

    Madagascar

    Malawi

    Malaysia

    Maldives

    Mali

    Malta

    Marshall Islands

    Martinique

    Mauritania

    Mauritius

    Mayotte

    Micronesia, Federated States of

    Monaco

    Mongolia

    Montenegro

    Montserrat

    Morocco

    Mozambique

    Namibia

    Nauru

    Netherlands

    New Caledonia

    New Zealand

    Nicaragua

    Niue

    Norfolk Island

    Northern Mariana Islands

    Norway

    Oman

    Palau

    Palestine, State of

    Panama

    Papua New Guinea

    Paraguay

    Peru

    Philippines

    Pitcairn

    Poland

    Portugal

    Puerto Rico

    Qatar

    Réunion

    Romania

    Rwanda

    Saint Barthélemy

    Saint Helena, Ascension and Tristan da Cunha

    Saint Kitts and Nevis

    Saint Lucia

    Saint Martin

    Saint Pierre and Miquelon

    Saint Vincent and the Grenadines

    Samoa

    San Marino

    Sao Tome and Principe

    Saudi Arabia

    Senegal

    Seychelles 

    Sierra Leone

    Sint Maarten

    Slovakia

    Slovenia

    Solomon Islands

    South Africa

    South Georgia and the South Sandwich Islands

    Spain

    Sri Lanka

    Suriname

    Svalbard and Jan Mayen

    Swaziland

    Sweden

    Switzerland

    Taiwan

    Tajikistan

    Tanzania, United Republic of

    Thailand

    Timor-Leste

    Togo

    Tokelau

    Tonga

    Trinidad and Tobago

    Tunisia

    Turkmenistan

    Turks and Caicos Islands

    Tuvalu

    Uganda

    United Kingdom

    United States

    United States Minor Outlying Islands

    Uruguay

    Uzbekistan

    Vanuatu

    Vietnam

    Virgin Islands, British

    Virgin Islands, U.S.

    Wallis and Futuna

    Western Sahara


    Note: These policies only impact our bank account service. We can support anyone in obtaining a NIF.

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