Vehicle legalization in Portugal
Brought your car into Portugal? We handle the whole legalization process — from the ISV simulation to the national plate and ownership registration. No queues, no surprises.
See how it worksWhen we can help
If you’ve brought — or are about to bring — a vehicle into Portugal, we handle the legalization end to end.
Import from the EU
Cars bought in another EU country that need a Portuguese plate.
Import from outside the EU
Vehicles from third countries, with customs clearance and technical approval.
Change of residence
You moved your residence to Portugal and want to legalize the vehicle you already had.
Inheritance or transfer
Vehicles received through inheritance or transferred from another owner that need regularization.
The process, step by step
A clear path, from first contact to the Portuguese plate in your hands.
Assessment and ISV simulation
We review the vehicle and documents and calculate the ISV up front — you know what you’ll pay before moving ahead.
Inspection and technical documents
We handle the type-B inspection and the Certificate of Conformity (COC) or approval (IMT Model 9).
Customs clearance and ISV
We submit the DAV and settle the Vehicle Tax with Customs / the Tax Authority.
IMT registration
We request the national plate and the issuing of the vehicle documents.
Ownership, IUC and insurance
We finalize the ownership record and guide you on IUC and insurance — ready to drive.
What we handle for you
A single point of contact for every step and authority.
ISV simulation
Tax calculated up front, no surprises at the end.
Inspection and approval
Type-B inspection, COC and technical approval when needed.
Customs clearance (DAV)
Handling the customs declaration and ISV payment.
Plate and documents
Portuguese plate assignment and issuing of the single document (DUA).
Ownership registration
Registration in your name, with legal certainty.
Dedicated manager
One person responsible who follows you from start to finish.
Documents you’ll need
What’s usually required. We confirm the exact list when we assess your case.
- Proof of ownership from the country of origin
- Certificate of Conformity (COC) or technical sheet
- Purchase invoice or contract
- Owner’s ID and NIF
- Proof of address in Portugal
- Plate cancellation certificate from the origin
How much it costs
The cost of legalization depends mostly on the ISV, which varies with the vehicle (engine size, emissions and age). That’s why we always start with a transparent simulation.
Initial consultation from €80 — deductible if you proceed with the service.
Why trust us
End-to-end process
We handle it all — IMT, Customs, inspection and registration — without leaving you running between offices.
Online first
Sort it out from wherever you are. You only travel when it’s truly unavoidable.
Full transparency
We state the costs up front and explain every step. Zero surprises.
Frequently asked questions
How long does legalization take?
It depends on the type of vehicle and its origin, but most cases are resolved in a few weeks. In the assessment we give you a realistic estimate for your case.
How much ISV will I pay?
ISV varies with engine size, CO₂ emissions and the vehicle’s age. We run a simulation up front so you know the amount before proceeding.
Do I need to travel?
In most cases we handle everything online; only the vehicle needs to be available for inspection. Where travel is needed, we tell you exactly what and where.
Can I drive the car while it’s in process?
Until the vehicle has a Portuguese plate there are rules to follow. We guide you on what you can and can’t do to drive within the law.
Which vehicles can be legalized?
We handle vehicles imported from the EU and from outside the EU. Each origin has its own requirements — we assess feasibility at the start, with no commitment.
One process. One owner. Zero surprises.
Ready to start?Legalize your vehicle with Seven
Talk to us and get an ISV simulation and the full plan for your Portuguese plate.