SIGI International • Iberian & Lusophone Hub
Porto • Madrid • São Paulo • Luanda
SIGI International
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Building an efficient and consistent business path for international companies

We act on several fronts, helping companies initiate operations in Portugal, Spain or Brazil. Our expertise is to build an efficient and consistent business path for international companies to safely and successfully establish a local presence.

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Direct Cross-Border Governance Accelerating Your European & Atlantic Gateway
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500M+ European Market Strategic Hub
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250M+ Portuguese-Speaking Consumers
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#1 Ranked Trading Across Borders
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Comprehensive Market Entry Solutions

Tailored institutional support engineered for risk-free integration into the European single market and Lusophone trade channels.

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STAGE 01

Market screening and recommendations

An effective marketing strategy is crucial to the success and growth of any business. Market potential study, operation models (import/local manufacturing and tax performance), go-to-market strategy and distribution channels.

Operation Models Tax Performance GTM Strategy
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STAGE 02

Business development sales representation

Researching prospects and qualifying. Our representative services aim to establish an early penetration of what are to you "remote" markets without having to go to the trouble of setting up a local office or having to recruit local staff.

Prospect Qualifying Remote Penetration Zero Office Overhead
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STAGE 03

Local incorporation AND subsidiary role

“Outsourced” subsidiary role: third-party executive, institutional presence and positioning, guidance through local trade policies and law requirements (legal, accounting and taxes, treasury services, IT, HR) and talents search. Collect information on your competitors.

Executive Leadership Tax & Legal Compliance Competitive Intel
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Commitment to Results

Executive institutional partner enabling foreign enterprises to establish high-performing branches across key Portuguese, Spanish, and transatlantic jurisdictions.

Geographic Jurisdiction Coverage
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Our expertise is to build an efficient and consistent business path for international companies that wish to start operating in Portugal and Spain (Brazil and Angola in a different level) to safely and successfully establish a local presence. We are able to assist these companies throughout their entire arrival process, from the market analysis to their installation and go-to-market strategy, pretty much acting as its local interface, a local subsidiary (local branch), if you will.

hub Government & Framework Mastery

We have an exceptional knowledge of the entire business framework, in-depth experience of government relations, legal and financial areas, as well as expertise with the multiple production and distribution aspects, such as import policies and the local channel ecosystem.

speed Rapid Corporate Acceleration

We build solid partnerships with our clients so that their objectives for the European market can be reached in a fast and efficient way, offering all the counseling needed and accelerating the complex corporate formalities that are so particular of our system.

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Attractive and Open Economy

Ranked among the top destinations worldwide for infrastructure reliability, technological excellence, and strategic geographic connectivity.

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Better Location

Portugal has a strategic position to access key worldwide markets — a unique geostrategic position between Europe, America, and Africa.

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Better Technology

Portugal is a Top Country in providing technological services.

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Better Infrastructures

Portugal is the 15th country in the world with better infrastructures.

15th Global
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Better Market

  • check_circle Portugal is an open door to a market of 500 million people in Europe and more than 250 million Portuguese-speaking consumers.
  • check_circle Member country of the EU sharing common currency (free trade, free movement of labour & capital).
  • verified Ranked 7th Position in the Global Peace Index.
  • verified Ranked 15th Position in quality of life for expatriates.
Quality of Life • Talent Hub

Portugal is not only a good country to invest but also a most desirable place to live. Safe, environmentally responsible, privileged nature, rich leisure and culture, and high-quality healthcare facilities. Blessed by abundant sunlight and warm temperatures that make you feel motivated and productive.

star Talent of its people

Vasco da Gama shaped our history in the discoveries age; today, António Guterres UN Secretary-General and Cristiano Ronaldo, one of the world's top athletes.

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7 Years World's Best Golf Destination
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3 Years World's Best Tourist Destination
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Living in Portugal & Golden Residence Permit

Have you considered owning a house or establishing private residency in Portugal? Comprehensive advisory for private investors and executive families.

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EU RESIDENCY

Golden Residence Permit (ARI)

Strategic counseling on the Portuguese Golden Residence Permit programme (authorized by AIMA - Agência para a Integração, Migrações e Asilo). Legal framework guidance, eligible investment paths, and EU residency status for high-net-worth individuals and families.

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TAX STRUCTURING

Advantageous Tax Framework

Navigating the advantageous aspects of the Portuguese tax system for foreign residents, expatriates, and investors. Strategic structuring of cross-border income, capital gains, and international asset protection.

Non-Habitual Resident Guidance Cross-Border Income Asset Protection
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PRIME REAL ESTATE

Prime Living & Real Estate Advisory

Have you considered owning a house in Portugal? One of the best places to live with unmatched diversity of landscapes and environments — from Porto & Alto Douro Wine Region, Lisbon, Algarve coast, to Madeira & Azores Islands. Complete assistance in prime property selection and acquisition.

Porto & Douro River Lisbon & Cascais Algarve Coast AICEP Partner Insights
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Get in Touch with Our International Team

Engage our senior partners for an initial confidential discovery call on expanding your operations.

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Direct Desk +351 22 464 7394
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Mobile / Urgent Line +351 96 580 2504
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International Inbox geral@sigi-portugal.pt
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Porto • Boavista

R Coop Func Judiciais, 57 - 8 D, 4420-095 GDM • Greater Porto Metropolitan Area, Portugal.

Send Market Inquiry

Direct routing to our Iberian senior partner desk. Confidential and responsive.