How to obtain the property tax record online

Portal das Finanças

Get the PDF in four steps

1. 01
   Open Portal das Finanças

   Type “Imóveis” in the search box and click the magnifying glass on the right.

2. 02
   Find “Consultar Património”

   Select “Aceder” in that result and sign in using an available authentication method. Find the property or unit and check its identification details.

3. 03
   Select “Caderneta”

   Select “Caderneta” in the property row, then choose “Caderneta” again in the next window to open the PDF. Check the civil parish (freguesia), property tax reference and unit.

4. 04
   Save every page

   Download it or print to PDF. Check that the QR code and validation code are included.

Keep a legible copy and check the details

Save the complete PDF and check the location, property tax reference (artigo matricial), unit, areas and the people listed in the tax record. Note any questions or discrepancies to clarify with the relevant authorities.

What the tax record tells you and what to check in the registry

The artigo matricial identifies the tax entry. The descrição predial identifies the property in the land registry. These are different references. Compare parish, unit, location and areas without expecting the two document numbers to match.

The tax record describes tax details and the taxable property value. The permanent land registry certificate lets you check holders, rights, charges and pending applications. Neither document alone proves that every building alteration and use is regular.

If details differ, keep both documents and ask the competent authority for clarification. Correcting the tax entry does not automatically change the land registry or municipal file. Before buying, compare them with the other property documents.