About European Virtual Office

Hello, my name is Paulo Santos, and I’m the founder of European Virtual Office.

I live and work in Pombal, a small and peaceful town located right in the heart of Portugal, between Lisbon and Porto. It’s not a tourist destination or a tech hub, but that’s exactly why it works so well. Pombal is calm, connected, and modern, with around 20,000 people. It’s a place where you can focus, build something solid, and do business with peace of mind.

From here, I work with people from all over the world. Clients come from countries like Canada, Brazil, Chile, Mozambique, Taiwan, India, and many more. They are freelancers, entrepreneurs, and small business owners who want to create a legal presence in Portugal, without needing to physically relocate. They trust me to handle the local part of their setup, so they can focus on growing their business from wherever they are.

Why I Started This Business

For more than 20 years, I’ve worked online, launched businesses, and dealt with the endless complications of setting up a company from abroad. I know how stressful and confusing it can be. That’s why I created European Virtual Office.

This is not some faceless platform or automated chatbot system. I created it to make things easier for people who want a real solution. Everything we offer is personal, reliable, and based on real experience.

What We Provide

At European Virtual Office, we offer the essentials you need to operate a business in Portugal:

• A real, legal business address

• A local +351 Portuguese phone number, including WhatsApp and SMS

• Mail handling, with scanning and forwarding by email or WhatsApp

• A virtual secretary who can answer calls and take messages for you

• Assistance with company registration, accounting, and VAT filings

• Optional help with visa-related paperwork if you plan to apply for residency

All of this is handled directly by us, in a clear and transparent way. There are no long contracts and no hidden fees. You pay monthly, and you receive exactly what you need.

Who We Work With

This service is ideal for people who want to set up a company or establish a legal business presence in Portugal, without being here. Most of our clients live and work abroad. Some are digital nomads, some are starting their first company, and others are expanding into the European market.

We don’t work with big corporations or complicated bureaucracies. This service is for real people who want honest, personal support.

Why People Trust Us

Many of our clients have been with us for years. They started with a simple virtual address or a phone number, and then grew into full business operations. We also run other services, including Red5Server, a company that provides streaming and hosting solutions for international clients.

People stay with us because we answer emails, respond to questions, and help them move forward. You are not just a number in a system. We know your name, we understand your business, and we do our best to support you every step of the way.

How to Begin

The first step is simple. You choose one of our monthly plans, depending on what you need:

• Phone Number Only — A Portuguese mobile number for calls, SMS, and WhatsApp

• Address and Phone Number — A complete virtual office setup with mail handling

• Virtual Secretary — Full communication support, including answering calls and taking messages

Once you are set up, we can move on to the next step, whether it’s registering your company, managing your accounting, or preparing documents for a visa application.

A Final Word

I created this business for people like me. People who want to build something across borders, but who don’t want to get lost in paperwork or wait for support that never comes.

If that sounds like you, then welcome. I’ll be here when you’re ready.

Paulo Santos
Founder, European Virtual Office