One of the priorities when you settle in Portugal for tax purposes is to register with the Portuguese social security system. This operation must be carried out whether you are retired or active.

Please note that if you are employed by a Portuguese company on a permanent or fixed-term contract, you must register with the social security system through your employer. Otherwise, we'll explain the procedure and provide you with the documents you need to complete. How to register with the Portuguese social security system Before registering with your local...