Partida Final
A free, practical guide to help families in Portugal navigate the difficult period after losing a loved one. Step-by-step procedures, legal information, calculators and emotional support.
Start here: First 24 hoursWhere to start
⏰ First 24 hours
Immediate steps to take right after a death occurs. Who to call, what documents to gather, and how to begin the registration process.
☑ Interactive checklist
Track every task you need to complete. Your progress is saved automatically so you can return at any time.
🔔 Who to notify
Complete list of entities to contact after a death, with letter templates you can copy and use immediately.
📞 Useful contacts
Emergency numbers, Segurança Social, Conservatória, funeral services and emotional support lines in Portugal.
Timeline
The 4 phases of the process after a death
🔴 First 24 h
Death certificate, funeral home, immediate notifications.
🟠 First week
Death registration, bank notifications, insurance claims.
🔵 First month
Inheritance procedures, tax obligations, pension applications.
🟢 First year
Property transfers, ongoing financial matters, emotional recovery.
Free tools
💱 Funeral calculator
Estimate funeral costs in Portugal and understand what financial support is available.
📊 Inheritance calculator
Calculate Imposto do Selo (Stamp Duty) on inheritances and understand exempt categories.
💰 Pension calculator
Estimate survivor pension amounts from Segurança Social based on family composition.
Legal guides
⚖ Inheritance guide
Portuguese inheritance law explained: legitimate heirs, forced portions, and the division process.
📜 Wills in Portugal
Types of wills, how to make one, and the limits imposed by Portuguese law on testamentary freedom.
🏛 Death registration
How the Espaço Óbito system works and how to register a death at the Conservatória do Registo Civil.
💰 Funeral costs
Detailed breakdown of funeral costs in Portugal and available financial assistance.
🏦 Deceased's finances
How to handle bank accounts, debts, taxes and financial obligations of the deceased person.
🌐 Digital legacy
Managing online accounts, social media profiles and digital assets after someone passes away.
Emotional support
💜 Grief support
Understanding the grieving process and finding professional support in Portugal.
👶 Children and grief
How to help children understand and cope with the loss of a family member.
⚠ When to seek help
Warning signs that grief may need professional intervention and where to find help.
Plan ahead
📋 Advance planning
How to prepare in advance to ease the burden on your family.
📄 Important documents
Which documents to keep organized and where to store them safely.
🛡 Living will (RENTEV)
How to register a living will in Portugal through the RENTEV system.
About this guide
Partida Final is a completely free, non-profit project created to help families in Portugal during one of the most difficult times of life. All information is specific to Portuguese law and institutions. Learn more about the project.