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    Reviewed by LemReveal Research TeamLast verified June 2026Primary source: Registo Comercial / IRN

    How do I look up a company by its registration number in Portugal?

    Enter the NIPC to look up a Portugal company directly on Registo Comercial / IRN. Unlike a name search, an NIPC returns exactly one entity, which is why it is the identifier to use for KYC, invoicing and contract checks.

    Step-by-step

    1. 1

      Find the NIPC on the paperwork

      The NIPC normally appears on invoices, contracts, the website footer or official correspondence. It is the number counterparties are required to quote.

    2. 2

      Search the NIPC

      Enter the number exactly as printed. Punctuation and spacing vary between documents — strip them if the search returns nothing.

    3. 3

      Confirm the returned entity

      Check the legal name on the returned record matches the name on your paperwork. A mismatch between quoted number and quoted name is a serious warning sign.

    4. 4

      Verify at Registo Comercial / IRN

      For anything contractual, confirm the number against the primary source at https://eportugal.gov.pt.

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    Frequently asked questions

    What is a NIPC in Portugal?

    It is the identifier Registo Comercial / IRN assigns to a registered entity. It stays with the entity even if the trading name changes, which makes it the reliable way to track a company over time.

    Is a NIPC lookup free?

    Yes. Looking up a company by NIPC on Registo Comercial / IRN is free and requires no account.

    What if the NIPC returns no result?

    Re-enter it without spaces or punctuation first. If it still returns nothing, the number may be mistyped, belong to a different country's register, or not exist — ask the counterparty to confirm it in writing.

    Should I use the NIPC or the company name?

    The NIPC. Names are duplicated across entities within a group; the number is unique to one entity.

    What is a NIPC?

    NIPC (Número de Identificação de Pessoa Coletiva) is Portugal's corporate tax identification number, a 9-digit code assigned to all legal entities. It also serves as the VAT number when prefixed with 'PT'.

    People also ask about look up a company by its registration number in Portugal

    The exact questions searchers type into Google — answered from the primary source.

    Is the Portugal company register free to search?

    Yes. Basic company lookups on the Registo Comercial / IRN are free — you can search by company name or registration number, view legal status, registered address and (usually) directors at no cost. Some jurisdictions charge a small fee only for downloading full filed documents.

    What is the official Portugal business registry?

    The Registo Comercial / IRN is the official public register of companies incorporated in Portugal. It is operated by the government and is the primary source cited on this page — https://eportugal.gov.pt.

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