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How do I cancel a telecoms contract?

Curated answer from the topic «Complaints».

  • First confirm whether you have an active commitment period — in the operator’s customer area. Cancelling during the commitment period may incur a penalty (legal exceptions exist, e.g., unemployment or emigration).
  • The official channel is the Plataforma de Cessação de Contratos (cessacaodecontratos.pt), managed by the Direção‑Geral do Consumidor — you authenticate with a Digital Mobile Key or Citizen Card.
  • The process on the platform has two steps: request for contractual information and then the termination request (denúncia).
  • You can also terminate directly with the operator — via the customer area, a store, a letter or the support line. Always keep proof of the request.

If you disagree with the charged amount, appeal to a Consumer Conflict Arbitration Center — it is free.

Automatically translated. Always confirm on the official Portuguese source.

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