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Energy certificate for renting out

Without a valid energy certificate, you cannot list or rent out your property. Request a contact from up to 3 qualified assessors in your region: the request is free and with no commitment.

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The energy certificate, from request to listing

What the law requires and what the assessor will need. Source: Energy Certification System for Buildings (SCE), Decree-Law 101-D/2020.

Before you list

  • The property must have a valid energy certificate to be sold or rented out.
  • The energy class must appear in the listing, on any portal.
  • The certificate for an existing home is valid for 10 years.

What the assessor usually asks for

  • Caderneta predial urbana (property tax record) and the land registry certificate.
  • Floor plans of the property, if you have them.
  • Access to the property for the technical visit.

After the visit

The assessor registers the certificate with the SCE, run by ADENE (the Portuguese energy agency). You receive the energy class (from A+ to F) and the recommended improvement measures, which help add value to the property.

  • Check the qualified assessor (PQ) number on the ADENE website.
  • Keep the certificate with the lease documents.
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Regions

Partner assessors by region

Choose your region to see the partner assessors. In another region, make your request further down: Aluseg will look for an assessor for you.

  • Lisbon

    Lisbon district: Lisbon, Sintra, Cascais, Oeiras and the other municipalities.

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  • Porto

    Porto district: Porto, Vila Nova de Gaia, Matosinhos and the other municipalities.

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  • Setúbal

    Setúbal district: Almada, Seixal, Setúbal and the other municipalities.

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  • Faro and the Algarve

    Faro district: Faro, Portimão, Loulé and the whole Algarve.

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  • Braga

    Braga district: Braga, Guimarães, Barcelos and the other municipalities.

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Request a contact from an assessor

Describe the property. Once you confirm your email, the request goes to up to 3 assessors in your region.

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Frequently asked questions

Frequently asked questions about the energy certificate

Is an energy certificate required to rent out a property?

Yes. A property put on the market for rent or sale needs a valid energy certificate issued under the Energy Certification System for Buildings (SCE, Decree-Law 101-D/2020), and its energy class must appear in the listings.

Who can issue the certificate?

Only a qualified assessor (perito qualificado, PQ) registered with the SCE, run by ADENE. Each partner shows their assessor number, which you can check on the ADENE website.

How much does an energy certificate cost?

The price combines the assessor's fee and ADENE's registration fee, which depends on the property type. Ask each assessor for a quote before you decide.

How long is it valid?

The certificate of an existing home is valid for 10 years. Check the expiry date on the certificate itself.

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