Bank Account
Opening a bank account in Portugal is a fundamental step in establishing your financial presence and managing your affairs with ease. Whether for daily transactions, mortgage arrangements, or as a stepping stone to property investment, a local bank account is indispensable.
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With Lagos Homes, you can open a Portuguese bank account from anywhere in the world with our trusted banking partner. Opt for an individual or a joint account with multiple owners — all simplified, with no need for document notarization or apostilles.
Tailored to Your Needs
Remote Account Opening
Experience the convenience of opening your bank account entirely remotely. Our service includes signature certification by a reputable law firm in Portugal, ensuring a secure and compliant process.
In-Person Account Opening
If you're in Portugal or planning to visit soon, we offer assistance with in-person account opening. Our team is ready to help you set up your account in major cities including Lisbon, Porto, and Santarem.
Banks in Portugal
Millennium BCP: Banco Comercial Português, commonly known as Millennium bcp, is one of the largest banks in Portugal. It offers a range of financial services, including retail and commercial banking.
Caixa Geral de Depósitos (CGD): CGD is a state-owned bank and the largest in Portugal. It provides a wide array of banking services and operates both domestically and internationally.
Novo Banco: Created as a result of the resolution of Banco Espírito Santo, Novo Banco is a private bank offering retail and commercial banking services.
Santander Totta: Banco Santander Totta is a subsidiary of the Spanish Santander Group. It is one of the leading private banks in Portugal, providing retail and corporate banking services.
BPI (Bank of Investment): Banco BPI is part of the Spanish CaixaBank group. It offers a range of financial products, including banking and insurance services.
Montepio: Caixa Económica Montepio Geral is a mutual savings bank. It provides retail banking services, including savings accounts and loans.
Crédito Agrícola: Crédito Agrícola is a network of cooperative banks. It operates based on a cooperative model and offers banking services to agricultural and rural communities.
EuroBic: Banco BIC Português, commonly known as EuroBic, is a private bank in Portugal. It provides banking services to individuals and businesses.
Banque BCP: Banque BCP is the Portuguese subsidiary of the French financial group Crédit Agricole. It focuses on retail banking services.
ActivoBank: ActivoBank is a digital bank operating in Portugal, providing online and mobile banking services.
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