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How to Become a Portuguese Citizen
Embark on your journey to Portuguese citizenship with trusted legal care. Whether through descent, investment, or marriage, we simplify every step of the process.
How to Become a Portuguese Citizen
Explore the avenues to Portuguese citizenship with expert legal guidance to simplify your journey every step of the way.
Understanding Portuguese Citizenship
Becoming a Portuguese citizen is more than just acquiring a passport—it’s an invitation to experience a rich culture, secure new opportunities, and gain access to the benefits of European Union membership. Portuguese citizenship offers multiple pathways such as descent, marriage, or investment, and doesn’t require you to give up your original nationality. With expert legal guidance, you can navigate this life-changing process with ease.
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Pathways to Becoming a Portuguese Citizen
1. Citizenship by Birth or Descent
You may be eligible for citizenship if you have Portuguese roots or were born in Portugal. This pathway secures citizenship from birth for those with at least one Portuguese parent/grandparent or for those born in Portugal under specific conditions.
2. Citizenship by Naturalization
Ready to call Portugal home? After five years of residency, you can apply for citizenship by naturalization, with requirements including a language proficiency test and demonstrating ties to Portugal.
3. Citizenship by Marriage or De Facto Union
If you’ve been married or in a de facto union with a Portuguese citizen for at least three years, you may qualify for citizenship without needing to live in Portugal for an extended period.
4. Citizenship by Adoption
For those adopted by Portuguese citizens, citizenship can be acquired by proving a cultural connection and meeting residency requirements.
5. Citizenship as a Resident of a Portuguese Overseas Territory
For those from former Portuguese territories, citizenship might be just a step away so long as you meet certain criteria related to descent and cultural connection.
6. Citizenship through Investment
Invest in Portugal’s dynamic economy and fast-track your way to citizenship. Programs like the Golden Visa make this a unique and strategic pathway, blending investment with minimal residency.
Your Path to Portuguese Citizenship
Discover Your Path to Portuguese Citizenship
Ready to unlock Portuguese citizenship? Watch our expert guide break down the process, cutting through the noise and helping you identify the best route for your personal circumstances.
How Can a Lawyer Help With Portuguese Citizenship?
Securing Portuguese citizenship is a big step, but it doesn’t have to be a stressful one. With Lexidy’s fearless legal team on your side, you’ll be empowered to take control of your application while we handle the complexities.
Here’s how we make it happen:
Clarify Your Path
Get the clarity you need. From eligibility to documentation, our lawyers simplify every step, cutting through the confusion and making your path to citizenship crystal clear.
Perfect Your Application
Mistakes? Not on our watch. We meticulously prepare and review your application, ensuring every document is precise and compliant with Portugal’s legal standards.
Navigate Challenges
Facing bureaucratic hurdles? We specialize in overcoming obstacles, from document validation to legal nuances, ensuring a smooth application process.
Tailored Support
Your story is unique, and so is our support. Whether you need ongoing advice or a one-time consultation, our multilingual team is ready to back you every step of the way.
Ready to become a Portuguese citizen? Let our trusted legal experts guide you through the process with confidence, precision and care.
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How it Works
1
Assess Your Eligibility
Start by determining your eligibility with a focused consultation. Your dedicated Legal Advisor will understand your situation and explore possible legal paths.
2
Service Presentation and Proposal
Receive a detailed presentation of our services tailored to your needs, complete with a fixed-price proposal to ensure no surprises.
3
Begin Your Journey
Your dedicated lawyer will guide you through every step, handling all legalities as you confidently move forward.
How it Works
1
Assess Your Eligibility
Start by determining your eligibility with a focused consultation. Your dedicated Legal Advisor will understand your situation and explore possible legal paths.
2
Service Presentation and Proposal
Receive a detailed presentation of our services tailored to your needs, complete with a fixed-price proposal to ensure no surprises.
3
Begin Your Journey
How it Works
1
Assess Your Eligibility
Start by determining your eligibility with a focused consultation. Your dedicated Legal Advisor will understand your situation and explore possible legal paths.
2
Service Presentation and Proposal
Receive a detailed presentation of our services tailored to your needs, complete with a fixed-price proposal to ensure no surprises.
3
Begin Your Journey
Your dedicated lawyer will guide you through every step, handling all legalities as you confidently move forward.
How it Works
1
Assess Your Eligibility
Start by determining your eligibility with a focused consultation. Your dedicated Legal Advisor will understand your situation and explore possible legal paths.
2
Service Presentation and Proposal
Receive a detailed presentation of our services tailored to your needs, complete with a fixed-price proposal to ensure no surprises.
3
Begin Your Journey
Unlock Your Future with Portuguese Citizenship
Take charge of your citizenship journey with legal experts who simplify and accelerate the process, ensuring your success every step of the way.
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Social Security Number
Facilitate your access to benefits and services with expert assistance in obtaining your Social Security number. Simplify the process to secure your entitlements efficiently.
Discover our Long-Term Program
Join Lexidy’s Long-Term Program now and enter a world of enhanced, efficient, and personalized legal services. Unlock a range of premium benefits:
- 10% discount on your next service.
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- Personalized reminders and service upkeep, fewer worries.
- Free Consultation.
- Fast-tracking and client priority (Responses to queries within 24 hours from our multilingual, expert legal team).
Your Global Gateway
Your Global Gateway
Navigate the complexities of moving abroad with ease. Our strategically located offices worldwide ensure you receive precise, expert legal guidance right when and where you need it most.
Barcelona
- Avinguda Diagonal, 442, 3º 1ª, Barcelona, 08037
- +34 938 074 056
Madrid
- Calle Villalar 7, Bajo Izquierda, Madrid, 28001
- +34 915 367 806
Málaga
- Paseo de Reding, número 43, 1º Planta, Puerta Izquierda, 29016
- +34 951 12 53 70
Lisbon
- Rua Joaquim António de Aguiar n.º 43, RC Esq, Lisbon, 1070-150
- +351 210 200 969
Porto
- R. do Mal. Saldanha 109 office 5, 4150-025 Porto, Portugal
- +351 308 800 088
Athens
- Patriarchou Ioakeim 25 Street, Kolonaki, Athens, 10675
- +30 21 1199 5654
Paris
- Rez-de-chaussée sur cour, 14 Rue de l'Abbé de l'Épée, 75005 Paris
- +33 1 76 40 35 43
Milan
- Via Arcivescovo Calabiana, 6, 20139 Milano MI, Italy
- +39 02 8295 6347
Mexico
- Blvd. Manuel Ávila Camacho 137, Piso 3 Comunal, Polanco III Secc, Miguel Hidalgo, 11550 Ciudad de México, CDMX
- +52 55 8525 0774
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Can I live in Portugal without citizenship?
Yes, non-EU residents can live in Portugal with a suitable residence permit. Popular options include the Digital Nomad Visa, Retirement Visa and Golden Visa. After residing in Portugal for five years, you may apply for citizenship.
2. Can you get dual citizenship in Portugal?
Absolutely! Portugal allows its citizens to hold dual or multiple citizenships without renouncing their original nationality. However, it’s crucial to verify whether your home country also permits dual citizenship.
3. Is it easy to obtain citizenship in Portugal?
The process of becoming a Portuguese citizen is generally straightforward but varies by individual circumstances. It involves meeting specific requirements and completing the necessary legal documentation.
4. Is knowledge of Portuguese necessary for citizenship?
Yes, proficiency in Portuguese is mandatory for some of the applications (not for all of them). For the cases that it is mandatory, applicants must pass a language test, proving they can understand, speak, and read Portuguese at least at the A2 level to qualify for citizenship.
