How to set up electricity, gas, water, and internet in your Lisbon flat.
Action checklist
Complete these steps in order for the fastest, safest setup.
1Electricity (EDP or Galp): transfer to your name with NIF and lease
2Gas (Galp or Endesa): separate contract — not all properties have mains gas
3Internet: NOS or MEO — 5–10 working days for fibre installation
4Water: managed by EPAL — some landlords keep in their name
City context: Lisbon
These steps are tailored for newcomers in Lisbon. Costs, availability, and requirements may differ in other cities — switch the city selector above to switch context.