Want to check if the name of your choice may be confused with others already existing? 

Name search enables you to learn if the name (company name or designation) you wish to use may be confused with others already existing in the database of Registo Nacional de Pessoas Coletivas. 

Who can search 

How to search

1. Access the service
2. Enter the company name. You can also add its CAE code and municipality. 
3. Your search results will be displayed. 

How to interpret results  

In column Score you can see the similarity percentage between the name entered. 

If the similarity Score is below 85%, the name is likely to be approved. 

This search only covers commercial names and designations registered in the database of Registo Nacional de Pessoas Colectivas.  

When to search

Whenever you wish to check the feasibility of a company name or designation.

Where to search  

Online

How much

The service is free. 

What happens next

Support Legislation

Regime jurídico do RNPC, aprovado pelo Decreto-Lei nº 129/98, de 13/05

Código das Sociedades Comerciais

Código do Registo Comercial