Opening bank account

I have NIF and will be in Lisbon visiting soon. Looking for bank recommendations for opening account? Also any tips on what I will need other than Passport and NIF

I have read online (https://novomove.com/) that to open a bank account in PT you will need the following:
Required Documents:

  • Passport
  • Proof of address
  • Proof of employment
  • Portugal NIF document
  • Tax number from the country of residence
    There is a lot of other info on Novomove’s website, re.: opening a bank acct.
    see also: Global Citizen Solutions Opening a Bank Account in Portugal: A Step-by-Step Guide
    Did you get your NIF online?
    I’m about to start the visa application process and considering obtaining NIF and opening a bank account remotely; unsure what the downsides to doing this could be.
    best wishes, Paul