Highly mobile individuals
For those who frequently move across borders and need a reliable partner to handle all legal and tax obligations.
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Rated 5 stars consistently by 500+ happy customers
Secure residency.
Structure taxes with clarity.
Thrive in Portugal.
Touchdown helps individuals and families build and maintain a new home in Portugal, all from one place.
Touchdown sets you up in Portugal, faster
We make your relocation seamless by combining expert legal guidance, smart technology, and human support into a single platform.
Without Touchdown...
Conflicting advice from different professionals.
Hidden costs and fees without transparent pricing.
Expensive call with an overworked human.
Little to no tax support or planning until it’s too late.
Prepare paperwork yourself with little to no support.
Clarity from the start
We’re the only firm to offer a free Eligibility Checker, so you get a detailed recommendation in minutes.
Tax Efficient Setups
We help you get set up the most tax-efficient way possible in Portugal from the start.
Fast and responsive
We are a registered law firm in Portugal. Our team will always get back to you within 24 hours.
One seamless platform
Maintain your entire move from a single, simple platform: visas, taxes and life after you land.
With Touchdown
Without Touchdown...
Conflicting advice from different professionals.
Hidden costs and fees without transparent pricing.
Expensive call with an overworked human.
Little to no tax support or planning until it’s too late.
Prepare paperwork yourself with little to no support.
With Touchdown
Clarity from the start
We’re the only firm to offer a free Eligibility Checker, so you get a detailed recommendation in minutes.
Tax Efficient Setups
We help you get set up the most tax-efficient way possible in Portugal from the start.
Fast and responsive
We are a registered law firm in Portugal. Our team will always get back to you within 24 hours.
One seamless platform
Maintain your entire move from a single, simple platform: visas, taxes and life after you land.
Our customers
This is the platform we wish we had when we moved. We combine residency, taxes and business setup for customers from all walks of life.
Passive income earners and retirees
For those who need to ensure you're set up in the most tax-efficient way. Our regional expertise means we'll get the most out of tax regimes.
Crypto natives
Crypto is our bread and butter. For those who operate or invest in crypto and want the best tax treatment in Europe.
Entrepreneurs
If you run a business or have sold a company, you're speaking our language. Our product stack is optimised for entrepreneurs and founders.
Curated products for every situation
From your visa application, to structuring your tax, to supporting you after you land, Touchdown turns complex immigration processes into a smooth, stress-free experience. Here are our most popular products.
Visa Application
Dedicated Immigration Lawyer
Portuguese NIF (Fiscal Number)
Portuguese Bank Account
Appointment Management
Document Preparation and Review
Lease Agreement Review
Continuous Legal Support
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NHR 2.0 Application
Free Introduction Call
Dedicated Tax Attorney
Personal Application Strategy
Application Filing
Company Incorporation Guidance
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Freelancer Setup
Free Introduction Call
Dedicated Tax Attorney
Self Employed Registration
Issue Green Receipts (Invoices)
Quarterly VAT Filing
Monthly VAT Filing
VAT Refund Filing
Income Tax Declaration
Mandatory Social Security Filing
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Company Setup
Free Introduction Call
Dedicated Lawyer
Personal Company Guidance
Online Document Submission
Full Legal Compliance
Includes Government Fees
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Touchdown is Portugal's leading relocation platform
Touchdown is Portugal's leading relocation platform. Backed by a veteran team of expert lawyers, we simplify the entire relocation journey by providing everything you need to set up and thrive in your new home in an integrated, easy to use platform.
From visa and residency support, tax and business setup, to navigating life after you land, our team supports you every step of the way so you focus on what matters most: enjoying your new home.
Meet the Touchdown Team
Our story
Touchdown began with a one-way ticket to Lisbon and the belief that moving to Portugal would be simple. But what looked straightforward on paper quickly unraveled into a tangle of bureaucracy, unanswered emails, and months-long delays. Our founder found himself in a brand-new apartment chasing down government forms in a language he didn't speak, and trying to decode conflicting legal advice.
What became obvious was that the hardest part of moving wasn't the decision, it was everything after that. So we built the service we wished existed: human, honest, and practical. Touchdown is for people who want to make the leap, but need a smarter way to land.
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We have happy customers
500+ customers from all walks of life have already turned to Touchdown to support them in finding a new home.
As someone who appreciates well-organized services, I was genuinely impressed by Touchdown. They helped me obtain my NIF and navigate some rather complex tax requirements for expats in Portugal. The team kept me informed at every stage and handled everything with such professionalism. I'm grateful to have found a service that truly understands the needs of newcomers to Portugal. Ended up saving a whopping 30% in taxes thanks to their international tax team. Really impressive stuff.
Tia Katarina
Freelancer
So so easy! Thank you guys. I've had endless bad experiences with lawyers over the years, but you somehow made this so straightforward. Did the NHR scheme all from outside Portugal. Recommend to all other digital nomads.
Ultan Miller
Digital Nomad
I spoke with Manuel and he was extremely professional and helpful and helped me make better sense of my situation, and recommended a set-up based on it. Would highly recommend this service to any digital nomads or expats planning to move to portugal
Karim
Digital Nomad
Honestly, I can’t believe how simple Touchdown made the entire visa process. I’d been putting off this move for years because of all the paperwork, but their platform automated everything, even setting up appointments! Five stars all the way.
Eisha J Khan
Business Owner
As someone who appreciates well-organized services, I was genuinely impressed by Touchdown. They helped me obtain my NIF and navigate some rather complex tax requirements for expats in Portugal. The team kept me informed at every stage and handled everything with such professionalism. I'm grateful to have found a service that truly understands the needs of newcomers to Portugal. Ended up saving a whopping 30% in taxes thanks to their international tax team. Really impressive stuff.
Tia Katarina
Freelancer
So so easy! Thank you guys. I've had endless bad experiences with lawyers over the years, but you somehow made this so straightforward. Did the NHR scheme all from outside Portugal. Recommend to all other digital nomads.
Ultan Miller
Digital Nomad
I spoke with Manuel and he was extremely professional and helpful and helped me make better sense of my situation, and recommended a set-up based on it. Would highly recommend this service to any digital nomads or expats planning to move to portugal
Karim
Digital Nomad
Honestly, I can’t believe how simple Touchdown made the entire visa process. I’d been putting off this move for years because of all the paperwork, but their platform automated everything, even setting up appointments! Five stars all the way.
Eisha J Khan
Business Owner
Get clarity from day one
We’re the only firm to offer a free Eligibility Checker, so you get a snapshot of your move and all the tax benefits in a matter of minutes. Answer a few simple questions and book a free introduction call with our team.
Visa Eligibility
Find the best Portugal visa for your specific circumstances.
NHR 2.0 Eligibility
Check your eligibility for Portugal's unique tax regime.
U35 Jovem Eligibility
Check your eligibility for the reduced income tax regime for young people.
Touchdown handles so much more
Unlike other companies, we don't bundle services you don't need into our packages, but our support is extensive. Discover add-on services designed to help you build and maintain a life in Portugal with confidence.
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Why use Touchdown?
We're a registered Portuguese law firm, you have a direct line into a team of world-class lawyers.
Meet the Touchdown Team
We respond within 24 hours and always communicate with clarity.
View our company mission
Our team has processed hundreds of visa applications for customers from all walks of life.
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Your most common questions, answered
More questions to ask? Reach out to our responsive team.
Touchdown was founded by product operators and veteran Portuguese lawyers. Our team blends years of experience building billion dollar software products and the experience of having helped hundreds of expats make Portugal their base. Two of Touchdown's founding partners are licensed and accredited Portuguese lawyers. You can read more about Touchdown and our team on our About Page.
Touchdown offers four core solutions: NHR setup, freelancer setup, company incorporation and visas. Think of Touchdown as your relocation companion - everything you need to setup and thrive in your new base integrated into a single, simple to use platform. From initial planning and visas, to tax advisory and accounting, to navigating life after you land, our platform supports you every step of the way.
Touchdown gives you clarity on moving and operating in Portugal like no one else. We do it in minutes and for free with The Touchdown Advisor, blending cutting edge technology and solid legal experience to take you through the ultimate on-boarding experience. Further, we have a highly responsive and experienced team of stellar Portuguese lawyers to support your needs with an strong track record of serving expats in Portugal. We give you both the clarity and the services you need, in one place.
Touchdown is built for anyone who wants to relocate to or lives in the Iberian Peninsula. Examples of Touchdown's customers include: highly mobile individuals, passive income earners and retirees, crypto natives and entrepreneurs.
Our team has lived the complexities that setting up your new base can bring. From chasing down legal teams to check the status of a visa application, to setting up a business, we know how frustrating and stressful the experience of setting up a new base can be. We’ve built Touchdown to change this - a platform where transparency, visibility and control are prioritised, and technology is balanced with responsive legal expertise.
We make sure you're set up in the most tax-efficient way so you can maximise your income. Our regional expertise in Portugal and Spain means you're getting the most out of local programs and incentives.
