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    Reviewed by LemReveal Research TeamContent reviewed June 2026Primary source: Registo Comercial / IRN

    How do I find a company's registration number in Portugal?

    Search the company's name on Registo Comercial / IRN at https://eportugal.gov.pt. The result page shows its registration number — the same identifier that appears on invoices, contracts, and government filings.

    Step-by-step

    1. 1

      Open Registo Comercial / IRN

      Navigate to https://eportugal.gov.pt.

      https://eportugal.gov.pt
    2. 2

      Search by company name

      Type the exact trading or legal name. Partial matches usually work; add the city if the name is common.

    3. 3

      Copy the registration number

      The registration number is displayed at the top of the entity profile. It is the authoritative ID for cross-referencing.

    4. 4

      Confirm it's the right entity

      Check the registered address and incorporation date to be sure you have the correct legal entity, especially for groups with similarly named subsidiaries.

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    Frequently asked questions

    Where is a Portugal company's registration number published?

    Look for the identifier on the entity's record or available extract in Registo Comercial / IRN (https://eportugal.gov.pt). Compare it with the counterparty's documentation; publication requirements and identifier labels vary by jurisdiction.

    Is looking up a Portugal registration number free?

    LemReveal's basic lookup is free. Check Registo Comercial / IRN's current access rules: an official portal can require an account, charge for searches or restrict particular documents.

    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'.

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    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.

    Where do I find a Portugal company's registration number?

    Every registered Portugal entity has a unique registration number issued at incorporation. It appears on invoices, contracts, the company's website footer (often in a "legal" section), and prominently on its Registo Comercial / IRN record.

    Is a Portugal registration number the same as a VAT number?

    No. The registration number is the identifier issued by the Registo Comercial / IRN when the company was formed. The VAT number is a separate tax identifier issued (only if the company is VAT-registered) by the national tax authority. Many small companies have a registration number but no VAT number.

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