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Absolutely outstanding support experience! The team went above and beyond to help me, responding super quickly with clear, friendly, and expert guidance. They truly care about solving issues and makin... See more
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Quick, easy, and hands-on support to file our taxes as first-time filers in Portugal. Extremely responsive to all of our questions to understand what would be different than our county's tax filing pr... See more
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My wife and I are retired Americans living on D7 visas in Portugal, and we didn’t know what to do for our first tax filing here. Our income is from Social Security and investments. Step Inside Portuga... See more
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Step Inside Portugal is specialized in expert tax advice, immigration support, and dedicated assistance for self-employed professionals. Additionally, we streamline the vehicle legalization process, ensuring a hassle-free experience. We guide Clients through every step, making Portugal their home with ease.
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Highly Recommended!
Step Inside always delivers the highest quality services and resolves any doubts that I have. As a foreigner I have many questions and confusions and they always address them with patience. They are timely and extremely communicative. I highly recommend!
11 August 2025
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Reply from Step Inside Portugal
Dear Jonah,
Thank you so much for your kind words and trust!
We’re thrilled to hear that our team has been able to support you with patience and clear communication throughout your journey.
Helping our clients feel confident and informed is exactly what we strive for. We truly appreciate your recommendation and look forward to assisting you again whenever you need.
Thanks for choosing Step Inside!
Best regards
Awesome tax guidance!
I had multiple interactions with Step Inside Portugal and can say that each one was top notch. Navigating the tax system in a foreign country is a daunting task and Ana made it super easy. Thanks so much Ana and Step Inside Portugal team!
1 May 2025
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Reply from Step Inside Portugal
Dear Steve,
Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback!
We’re thrilled to know that your experience with Step Inside Portugal and with Ana was so positive.
Our goal is to make navigating the Portuguese tax system as smooth and stress-free as possible, and it’s great to hear we’ve achieved that for you.
We truly appreciate your trust and look forward to assisting you again in the future!
Best regards
Definitely file your taxes here!
My wife and I are retired Americans living on D7 visas in Portugal, and we didn’t know what to do for our first tax filing here. Our income is from Social Security and investments. Step Inside Portugal made our first tax return in Portugal quick and easy! And it was all done online! They are an excellent company with caring, professional, and trustworthy staff! Communication with them has been easy and they have been responsive to all our questions. We will definitely use them again next year, and for the foreseeable future. I highly recommend trusting your tax returns to Step Inside Portugal! They take the worry away!
7 August 2025
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Reply from Step Inside Portugal
Dear Alan,
Thank you so much for your kind and thoughtful words! It means a great deal to us to know that we were able to support you and your wife during your first tax filing experience in Portugal.
We understand how overwhelming it can feel when navigating a new tax system in a foreign country, and we're truly happy to hear that we helped make the process simple and stress-free for you.
Our team is committed to providing professional, clear, and caring support to each and every client, so your recognition of that effort is deeply appreciated.
We’re thrilled to know that you felt well-informed and supported throughout, and we look forward to assisting you again next year and in the years to come!
Thank you again for placing your trust in Step Inside Portugal. We’re always here for you.
Best regards
I had a very good experience
I had a very good experience
They were very timely, accurate and well coordinated between the team of Spain and Portugal to develop my 2 IRS. Also the price they charged was reasonable.
7 April 2025
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Reply from Step Inside Portugal
Dear Mariam,
Thank you so much for your kind feedback!
We’re really glad to hear that you had a positive experience and that the process was smooth and well-coordinated between our teams in Spain and Portugal.
It’s always a pleasure to assist you, and we look forward to continuing to support you in the future!
Best regards
Super helpful staff
Super helpful staff! Quick and easy tax return process!
6 May 2025
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Reply from Step Inside Portugal
Dear Karen,
Thank you so much for your kind feedback!
We’re really glad to hear that you found the tax return process quick and easy, and that our team was helpful throughout.
We're here for you whenever you need us!
Best regards
We had a very complex case
We had a very complex case and worked on it for over six months. It was challenging, but the team handled every task and obstacle and helped us reach the finish line successfully. You are true professionals. I’m very glad us were with you on this long journey. I wholeheartedly recommend you.
18 July 2025
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Reply from Step Inside Portugal
Dear Oleksandra,
Thank you so much for your kind words and for taking the time to share your experience.
It was truly a pleasure to support you through such a complex and meaningful journey. We know it wasn’t always easy, but your trust and collaboration made all the difference.
We’re genuinely grateful to have walked this path with you, and your recommendation means the world to us.
Wishing you all the very best in this new chapter!
Best regards
Great experience with Ana & Manuel
Ana and Manuel were professional, courteous and very knowledgeable during our initial call.
We look forward to our continued engagement with them.
11 July 2025
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Reply from Step Inside Portugal
Dear Derek,
Thank you so much for your kind words!
We’re really glad to hear you had a positive experience and we look forward to continuing to support you throughout the process.
Feel free to reach out anytime!
Best regards
Fast, reliable and accurate.
Great experience. Fast, reliable and accurate.
3 July 2025
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Reply from Step Inside Portugal
Dear Janneke,
Thank you so much for your kind words!
We’re very happy to know that your experience with us was fast, reliable, and accurate — that’s exactly what we strive for every day.
Always here if you need us again!
Warm regards,
The Step Inside Portugal Team
My experience with Step Inside Portugal…
My experience with Step Inside Portugal has been excellent. I've been with them for a year and just completed my annual income tax payment as a self-employed person. The whole process was very simple and positive. Highly recommended.
2 July 2025
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Reply from Step Inside Portugal
Dear Vanessa,
Thank you so much for your kind words and for trusting Step Inside Portugal over the past year!
We’re truly happy to hear that your annual self-employment tax filing went smoothly and positively, that’s exactly what we aim for: making tax processes in Portugal clear, secure, and stress-free.
We're always here if you need us again.
Best regards
Exceptional Service – Professional, Proactive, and Always Available
I had an excellent experience with Step Inside Portugal. From the very beginning, their team was incredibly proactive, anticipating every step of the process and guiding me with clarity and confidence. They are reliable, highly professional, and always available to answer questions or provide support — even outside regular working hours.
Their deep knowledge of the Portuguese market and attention to detail made the entire process smooth and stress-free. It's rare to find a team so committed to their clients' needs, and I truly felt in good hands every step of the way.
I highly recommend their services. They exceeded all my expectations.
20 June 2025
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Reply from Step Inside Portugal
Dear Tim,
Thank you so much for your wonderful review!
We’re truly grateful for your kind words and delighted to know that your experience with Step Inside Portugal was such a positive one.
Our goal is always to anticipate our clients' needs and make every step of the process as clear and stress-free as possible, so it’s incredibly rewarding to hear that you felt supported and in good hands throughout.
Your recommendation means a lot to us.
Thank you again for your trust!
Best regards
Excellent Vehicle Legalization Service!
I had an amazing experience with Rui from Step Inside Portugal. He made the entire vehicle legalization process smooth and stress-free. Rui guided me step by step, explained everything clearly, and handled all the necessary paperwork and payments efficiently.
Thanks to his professionalism and dedication, what could have been a complicated and time-consuming process turned out to be quick and easy. I highly recommend Rui and Step Inside Portugal to anyone needing help with vehicle legalization in Portugal.
25 May 2025
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Reply from Step Inside Portugal
Dear Dmytro,
Thank you so much for your kind words and for taking the time to share your experience!
We’re truly pleased to know that the vehicle legalization process felt smooth and stress-free for you.
Our entire team is committed to handling every step, from paperwork and payments to compliance and coordination, with professionalism, clarity, and care. Knowing that you felt supported and guided throughout is exactly what we work for every day.
Thank you for your trust and recommendation. It was a pleasure to assist you, and we’re always here if you need anything in the future.
Best regards
Subaru Vehicle Legalization
Despite the absence of an official Subaru representative in Portugal, they navigated every regulatory complexity with ease. Even though your Subaru was not originally for the European market and lacked an SOS system, they resolved every technical obstacle throughout the process.
They provided full support at each step — from coordinating inspections and homologation, to DAV submission, ISV/VAT payments guidelines, plate issuance, registration, insurance, and IUC compliance.
A special thanks to Rui, whose personal guidance and unwavering commitment ensured a smooth and stress-free legalization.
8 May 2025
Unprompted review
Reply from Step Inside Portugal
Thank you so much for taking the time to share such a detailed and generous review.
Legalising a vehicle in Portugal, especially one that was not originally intended for the European market and without standard EU features such as the SOS system, is no easy feat. We’re genuinely delighted to know that our team was able to guide you through every regulatory and technical challenge with clarity and confidence.
From the coordination of inspections and homologation, to the meticulous DAV submission, guidance on ISV and VAT payments, issuance of license plates, final registration, insurance setup, and IUC compliance, our goal has always been to ensure that each step is seamless, transparent, and as stress-free as possible for our clients. Your experience reflects exactly the standard we strive to deliver.
Thank you once again for your trust, your patience throughout the process, and for choosing our team. It was a real pleasure to assist you, and we’re here for anything you may need in the future.
Best regards
Stands out
I have been living and working in Portugal for 9 years now and have been in contact with many legal professionals over the course of these 9 years and have a pretty good in-depth knowledge of how things work in Portugal. Step Inside Portugal, and specifically Ana Rita, have been a very positive surprise! Concrete, precise, knowledgeable and what made the biggest difference for me - agile, entrepreneurial, resourceful, always looking for a different, if not best solution.
Step Inside Portugal definitely stands out in the traditional shortcomings of Portuguese legal environment as a service that you feel can make a difference in what is very often a very complicated navigation through the maze of Portuguese bureaucracy. My sincere recommendations!
11 June 2025
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Reply from Step Inside Portugal
Hi Aleksandar,
Thank you so much for your thoughtful and generous feedback!
We're truly honoured to receive such kind words, especially coming from someone with long-term experience living and working in Portugal. It means a lot to know that our work, and Ana and Rita in particular, stood out to you in such a positive way.
At Step Inside Portugal, we strive to be exactly that: agile, solutions-driven, and a real support in navigating the complexities of the Portuguese system.
Thank you again for your trust and recommendation, we're here whenever you need us!
Best regards
Step Inside Portugal was amazing
Step Inside Portugal was amazing! There was always prompt, kind, and impactful communication from them. I used Step Inside to start a business here in Portugal as an American expat and to do and file my Portuguese taxes. Everything was handled so smoothly and done in a timely manner! Thank you :)
1 April 2025
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Reply from Step Inside Portugal
Dear Nic,
Thank you so much for your kind words! 🌟
It means a lot to us to hear that your experience with Step Inside Portugal was smooth and positive, that’s exactly what we aim for.
We’re thrilled to have been part of your journey in starting a business and navigating Portuguese taxes as an expat.
If you ever need anything else, we’re just a message away!
Best regards
Excellent service ~ definitely recommend!
The prompt, courteous, patient (!) service from Step Inside Portugal was so invaluable.
My husband, holding a German passport, got his residency easily. My reunification visa required some effort, but it arrived within five months.
I am so grateful for their help and highly recommend them!
5 June 2025
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Reply from Step Inside Portugal
Dear Jaeleen,
Thank you so much for your kind words!
We’re truly happy to know you felt supported throughout the whole process, every case has its own challenges, and it was a pleasure to help you navigate them successfully.
Wishing you all the best in this new chapter in Portugal. We're here for anything you might need!
Best regards
I am a US expat and don’t know anything…
I am a US expat and don’t know anything about Portugese taxes but Step Inside Portugal made it easy and no issues. I would certainly recommend them.
Jim Powder
2 June 2025
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Reply from Step Inside Portugal
Dear James,
Thank you so much for your kind words!
We're truly happy to hear that your experience with Step Inside Portugal was smooth and stress-free. Helping expats feel confident and supported in navigating the Portuguese tax system is exactly what we're here for.
Thank you for your trust and recommendation, it means a lot to us!
Best regards
Saviours in a time of need
Prompt fixing of systems after being scammed by an immigration lawyer. I had reached out to Ana and team to help me navigate understanding setting up for taxes. However, I was also in crisis around my residence visa. The entire team immediately stepped in to backtrack on mistakes the other professionals made in a very professional and prompt manner. Always with clear communication and guidance. I am so grateful and will continue working with them for my accounting and tax purposes. Thank you so much for helping me through a very stressful what felt like crisis. Highly recommend Step Inside Portugal!
21 May 2025
Unprompted review
Reply from Step Inside Portugal
Dear Danielle,
Thank you so much for your kind words and for placing your trust in us during such a challenging time.
It was truly a privilege to support you and help resolve the situation promptly and clearly. Knowing that we could bring some peace of mind during a stressful period means a great deal to our entire team.
Everyone at Step Inside Portugal is deeply grateful for your recognition. We remain fully committed to supporting you with the same level of professionalism and care.
Thank you once again for sharing your experience, it truly means a lot to us!
Best regards
Registering car in PT (originally from UA)
I recently went through the process of changing my car's registration from Ukrainian (UA) plates to Portuguese (PT) plates, and I couldn't have done it smoothly without Step Inside Portugal. Their service was exceptionally quick and reliable from start to finish.
What truly stood out was their constant communication; they were always available to answer my questions and kept me informed every step of the way. Even when we encountered some difficult hurdles in the process, the team at Step Inside Portugal tackled them efficiently and found solutions.
26 May 2025
Unprompted review
Reply from Step Inside Portugal
Dear Oleksandr,
Thank you so much for your kind words and for trusting Step Inside Portugal to assist you with your car registration process.
Knowing that we were able to make things smoother and less stressful for you truly means a lot to our team.
We place great value on clear and consistent communication, so it’s wonderful to hear that you felt supported and well-informed every step of the way.
Every case comes with its own challenges, but that’s exactly why we’re here, to find solutions and make sure everything runs as smoothly as possible.
It was a real pleasure to assist you, and we hope to support you again in any future steps you may take here in Portugal.
Warm regards,
The Step Inside Portugal Team
Professional and Responsive
Ana and her team from Step Inside Portugal have been helping me and my family since we moved to Portugal in 2022 for a wide variety of processes: NHR applications, company registration, and tax return filings to name a few. Right from the beginning, they have always been very professional and responsive to our requests and questions.
I would highly recommend them to anyone looking to move to Portugal or who like us, require ongoing assistance in an efficient way. It's everything you could ask for in a tax and immigration service provider.
21 May 2025
Unprompted review
Reply from Step Inside Portugal
Dear Badri,
Thank you so much for your kind words and for taking the time to share your experience with Step Inside Portugal.
It is truly rewarding to know that we have been able to support you and your family throughout your journey in Portugal, from your arrival in 2022 to assisting with key processes such as NHR applications, company registration, and tax return filings. Your trust in our services means a great deal to us.
At Step Inside Portugal, we take pride in delivering professional, personalised, and efficient assistance tailored to each client’s unique circumstances. Knowing that our work has had such a positive impact on your relocation and continued stay reaffirms our commitment to excellence. Ana and the entire team are especially grateful for your recognition and ongoing confidence in our work.
Thank you once again for your thoughtful recommendation. We remain at your disposal and look forward to continuing to support you in the future.
Best regards
We highly recommend Step Inside Portugal
We communicated with Ana who was always prompt and thorough with her replies to our questions. She made the process of submitting our PT taxes very straight forward. They charge much less than other accountants we contacted for doing the same job. Plus answering many questions along the way!
3 May 2025
Unprompted review
Reply from Step Inside Portugal
Dear Barb,
Thank you so much for your kind feedback!
We're really happy to know that you felt supported throughout the process and that we were able to make everything easier for you. Ana (and the whole team!) truly appreciates your words — we're always here to answer questions and help however we can.
Thank you for your trust!
Best regards
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