First 7 Days Checklist

Document Folder Checklist for Lisbon Week One

The documents to organise and copy in your first week in Lisbon.

Action checklist

Complete these steps in order for the fastest, safest setup.

1NIF (tax number) certificate — most important document for Lisbon life
2Comprovativo de morada (proof of address) — utility bill or lease
3NISS (social security number) — needed for employment
4EU citizens: Certificado de Registo de Cidadão da União Europeia

City context: Dubai

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First 7 Days Checklist

Document Folder Checklist for Lisbon Week One

The documents to organise and copy in your first week in Lisbon.

Action checklist

Complete these steps in order for the fastest, safest setup.

1NIF (tax number) certificate — most important document for Lisbon life
2Comprovativo de morada (proof of address) — utility bill or lease
3NISS (social security number) — needed for employment
4EU citizens: Certificado de Registo de Cidadão da União Europeia

City context: Dubai

These steps are tailored for newcomers in Dubai. Costs, availability, and requirements may differ in other cities — switch the city selector above to switch context.

Read what residents say about First 7 Days Checklist in Dubai