Energy certificate (new build): where to get it in Portugal

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A finished new building needs its final energy certificate. SCE also requires one for existing buildings after a major renovation, meaning works costing more than 25% of the building's value, and a certificate for a shell (em tosco) lasts only 1 year.

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Needed for

New buildings and existing ones after major renovation

Major renovation

Works whose estimated cost is over 25% of the building's value

Valid for

10 years, but 1 year for a building in shell state (extendable by asking ADENE)

Changes during works

The final certificate reflects them; no new pre-certificate is needed unless the licensing body asks

Portal

sce.pt

Sources

sce.pt/certificacao-energetica-de-edificios/consumidores
sce.pt/perguntas-frequentes

Checked

2026-11-05