Beginning in August, the competition proceeds as a knockout tournament throughout, consisting of three rounds. A semi-final and then a final are held in September.
Qualification for subsequent competitions
Super Taça Liga Futebol Amadora
The Taça 12 de Novembro winners qualify for the following season's single-match Super Taça Liga Futebol Amadora, the traditional season opener played against the previous season's Liga Futebol Amadora champions (or the Liga Futebol Amadora runners-up if the Taça 12 de Novembro winners also won the league – the double).
Venues
Fixtures in the 3 rounds of the competition, the semi-finals and final are played at a neutral venue Municipal Stadium.