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# What document can I use as a Proof of Address?

When applying for a NIF (Número de Identificação Fiscal - Fiscal Identification Number) you must provide a proof of address.

Obtaining a [NIF Portugal](https://anchorless.io/blog/moving/nif-portugal-complete-guide) with AnchorLess is fast and straightforward.

# General requirements

Your proof of address must:

* Present your **full name** and match your ID, first, middle and last name, according to the documents you provided;
* Present your **full address** (matching the information provided when requesting your NIF);
* Have a clearly **visible issue date**, **issued within the past 3** (three) **months**;
* P.O. Boxes and Business Addresses are **not accepted**;

Be presented in the **Roman alphabet**, in the following languages: **English, Portuguese, Spanish, French or Italian** (for more information see below).

# It can be one of the following documents:

## Bank statement (issued within the last 3 months)

* The document should include your **full name** and **full address.**
* The document should clearly **display the issue date.**
* The document must have been issued within the **last three months**.
* Only an **authentic bank statement** will be accepted as proof. Other documents from the bank, such as confirmation letters or bank certificates, will not be considered valid.

## Utility bill (issued within the last 3 months)

* The document should include your **full name** and **full address.**
* The document must clearly show the **issue date.**
* The document must have been issued within the **last three months.**
* Acceptable providers for the document includ**e electricity, water, mobile SIM, internet, cable, and similar services.**

## Life insurance

* The document should include your **full name** and **full address.**
* The document must clearly show the **issue date.**
* The document must have been issued within the **last three months.**
* The policy **must be valid at the time of submission**. Lapsed policies won't be accepted.

## Government letter (issued within the last 3 months)

* The document should include your **full name** and **full address.**
* The document must clearly show the **issue date.**
* The document must have been issued within the **last three months.**
* Often, the document requires an official **government seal**, **logo**, or **watermark** to be considered legitimate.

We strongly recommend you **to scan your document.**

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# About the document language

If you are purchasing a NIF (Tax Identification Number) and the document you are submitting **is not written in the Roman alphabet**, you must provide an **English translation** of the document.

## Language Document Guidelines

If you are purchasing an NIF (Número de Identificação Fiscal) only:

* If the document is not written in the Roman alphabet, you are required to provide an English translation of the document. **This translation must be certified.**

If you are purchasing both an NIF and a Bank*:

* The document must be in one of the following languages: **English, Portuguese, Spanish, Italian, or French.**

If your Proof of Address is not in any of the languages mentioned above:

## Certification options for documents from the Schengen area:

* For customers from the Schengen area, you can get your documents certified by a lawyer, notary, or any BCP branches located outside of Portugal.

## Certification requirements for customers from countries outside the Schengen area or non-residents:

* Documents can only be certified by authorized entities, such as the Portuguese Consulate/Embassy or any other entities with the Hague Apostille.

*Schengen Areas: Austria, Belgium, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Italy, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, and Switzerland.

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