Land Registry - "Conservatória do Registo Predial"
Open Mon – Fri 09.00-14.00
This Public Dept is where all properties are registered.

Tax Department - "Repartição de Finanças"
Open Mon – Fri 09.00-12.30 & 14.00-16.00
A Fiscal numbers “Numero de Contribuinte” is issued by the “Finances” and is necessary to open a Portuguese bank account for payment of utility bills such as water, electricity etc. They also issue Land Tax Certificates.

Town Hall - "Câmara Municipal"
Open Mon – Fri 09.00-12.30 & 14.00-16.00
The “Câmara” governs the district and it is here that every building project is submitted for approval and issue of building licenses. They also provide all services such as water supply, garbage collection & issue licenses for habitation and commercial establishments. The “Presidente da Câmara”  is the leader of the political party who received majority vote at the local elections.

Notary - "Cartório Notarial"
Open Mon-Fri 09.00-16.00
This Public Dept prepares, amongst other things, deeds from purchase to sale. The Notary who is graduated in law certifies signatures on documents to be presented to other depts. As a Civil Servant representing the State they verify legality of documents and that all admin/tax laws are carried out correctly.