Short answer
You can apply for a NIF at any Portuguese tax office (Finanças) or online if you have a digital certificate. Non-residents must appoint a fiscal representative in Portugal. The process is usually quick, but requirements vary; check with the Tax Authority (Autoridade Tributária) for the latest documents needed.
General information, not legal or tax advice. Rules and amounts change: confirm with official sources.
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