Residential & Commercial Leases
Drafting and reviewing residential and commercial leases in Portugal under the NRAU, plus rent updates, termination and eviction.
Provided by VPA — Venture Partners Advogados, a law firm registered with the Portuguese Bar Association, with offices in Lisbon and Rio de Janeiro.
Overview
VPA drafts, reviews and negotiates residential and commercial leases in Portugal under the Urban Lease Regime (NRAU). We advise landlords and tenants on the essential terms, deposits and guarantors, rent updates, term and renewal, and on ending a lease, including termination for breach and eviction. We also register the lease with the tax authority where required. Rent-update coefficients and stamp duty are set annually.
Common processes
- Residential lease
- Commercial lease
- NRAU compliance
- Rent update and duration
- Deposit and guarantor
- Termination and eviction
Frequently asked questions
Does a lease have to be in writing?
An urban lease must be in writing. A well-drafted contract protects both landlord and tenant and avoids disputes over rent, duration and repairs.
Can I increase the rent?
Rent can be updated according to the terms of the contract and the annual coefficient set by law. We check what applies to your lease.
How do I end a lease or evict a tenant?
It depends on the type of lease, the grounds and the notice periods. We advise on lawful termination and, where necessary, the eviction procedure.
Do I have to register the lease?
Landlords must generally communicate the lease to the tax authority. We handle the registration and the stamp duty.
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Contact
For advice on this service, contact VPA — Venture Partners Advogados, Lisbon.