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Vehicle registration rules for new residents

As a resident in an EU country, you can register your vehicle in Portugal without transferring your residence, within 20 working days of the vehicle's entry into the country, by contacting customs.

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Tax exemptions on vehicle registration for new residents

To qualify for tax exemption you must be

• over 18
• authorised to drive
• transferring your residence to Portugal from another country (inside or outside the EU)

http://www.dgaiec.min-financas.pt/pt/informacao_aduaneira/Veiculos/isencao_res/FAQ_ISV_isen_res.htm português

Conditions to qualify for tax exemption, e.g. deadlines

You must provide the following documentation:

• Proof that you are transferring your residence to Portugal from another country where you have lived for at least 12 consecutive months (or 12 non-consecutive months in countries that limit the duration of stay)
• Proof of nationality, of your activity in the country you are leaving, and of any contractual ties and their duration.
• Proof that you own the vehicle (registration certificate)

The vehicle you are registering must:

• have a non-temporary license plate of another EU country and be registered in the name of a person who is not resident in Portugal;
• be owned by you and be brought to Portugal for your private use.

You must apply for exemption within six months of transferring your residence to Portugal.

http://www.dgaiec.min-financas.pt/pt/informacao_aduaneira/Veiculos/isencao_res/FAQ_ISV_res_02.htm português

Vehicle registration costs

Tax simulator português(Portuguese only)