Apply proof of professional activity from the Portuguese Confederation of Commerce and Services (CCP)
The Certificate of Professional Activity is intended to prove, to the competent authorities of other European Union countries (excluding Portugal), that the holder is qualified to carry out a professional activity in those Member States.
Sole traders, self-employed workers and company partners whose activity falls under Economic Activity Codes (CAE) 45 and above must apply for this certificate from the Portuguese Confederation of Commerce and Services (Confederação do Comércio e Serviços de Portugal - CCP).
Service channels
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Online
To perform this service you need to login with one of the following means:
- Digital Mobile Key (CMD)
- Citizen Card
- Digital certificate
Procedure and requirements
Procedure
You will need to sign in using one of the following means of authentication:
- your Citizen Card;
- the Digital Mobile Key (CMD);
- a lawyer, solicitor or notary’s digital certificate.
Once you have your chosen means of authentication to hand, follow the steps below.
- Click on the ‘Realizar serviço’ [‘Use service’] button on this page.
- Complete the online form and attach the necessary documents (see the ‘documents and requirements’ section)
- Submit your request.
Examination of the request
- The form and the documents will be examined by the Commerce and Services Confederation (CCP).
- Once the CCP has validated all the necessary information and requirements for issuing the certificate, it will provide details regarding payment of the certificate.
- After payment has been made, the certificate will become available on ePortugal within 8?days.
Time of issue/decision
The Certificate of Professional Activity does not expire.
How much
Each certificate costs 15 euros.
Payment must be made by bank transfer.