Introduction

The Model 3 PIT declaration is the main instrument used to report annual income in Portugal and is submitted online via the Portuguese Tax Authority web page.

Once submitted, the declaration is not immediately completed — it goes through several stages of validation, analysis, and settlement by the Tax Authority.

Understanding these statuses is essential to avoid surprises and act quickly in case of irregularities.

Main PIT declaration statuses

1. Received – awaiting validation

   This is the first status after submission. It indicates that the declaration has been received but is still under review.
   👉 This is a normal and temporary stage.

2. Under validation / Processing

   At this stage, the data is being checked by the Tax Authority’s systems.
   👉 This may take several days depending on submission volumes.

3. No issues found

   This means no errors or inconsistencies were detected.
   👉 The declaration is validated and ready for settlement.

4. With issues / Central error

   Indicates that problems were identified (inconsistent values, missing data, etc.).
   👉 The taxpayer must correct the declaration, usually within 30 days.

5. Declaration replaced

   This status appears when a new declaration has been submitted to replace a previous one.
   👉 Only the most recent version will be considered.

6. Settlement processed

   At this stage, the Tax Authority has calculated the final tax amount.
   👉 It determines whether there is a refund, payment due, or zero balance.

Statuses related to the outcome

✔️ If there is a refund:

• Refund issued – payment authorised
• Payment confirmed – amount transferred

👉 Refunds are typically processed within a few weeks after validation.

❗ If tax is due:

• Settlement with payment notice issued
• Notification issued

👉 Deadlines must be met to avoid interest or penalties.

➖ If there is no difference:

• Zero balance

👉 No amount is payable or refundable.

Why is it important to track your declaration status?

Tracking allows you to:

• Identify errors early
• Avoid penalties
• Anticipate refunds
• Ensure the process runs smoothly

The status can usually be checked a few days after submission on the Portuguese Tax Authority web page.

Conclusion

The various PIT declaration statuses in Portugal reflect each stage of the tax process — from initial validation to final settlement. Understanding them is key to effective tax management and ensures taxpayers can respond quickly to any issues.

How Nominaurea can help

Nominaurea supports you throughout the entire process, including:

• Preparation and submission of the Model 3 declaration
• Review and correction of errors or inconsistencies
• Tax planning to optimise PIT
• Full follow-up until settlement

With a rigorous and personalised approach, we ensure full compliance with efficiency and peace of mind.