If you’re an Alojamento Local manager in Portugal, ensuring the legality of your business is a top priority. One of the most significant legal obligations is registering with the SEF’s (Foreigners and Borders Service) SIBA system. In this article, we’ll…
If you own a local accommodation in Portugal, you should be aware of the importance of communicating with the Foreigners and Borders Service (SEF) about the stay of foreign citizens in your establishment. Besides being a legal obligation, local accommodation…
In Portugal’s dynamic vacation rental industry, keeping up with regulatory requirements while ensuring top-notch guest experiences can feel like a daunting task. Trends like self-check-ins, though convenient, make it increasingly challenging to gather essential guest information. This is especially the…
As an Alojamento Local host in Portugal, managing SEF compliance can be a time-consuming and challenging process. The SEF (Serviço de Estrangeiros e Fronteiras or the Immigration and Borders Service) requires all paid holiday accommodations to record the entry, exit,…
