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In an ongoing process of amending Portuguese citizenship law, October 2025 saw Parliament vote to approve amendments that would reset the Portuguese citizenship timeline to seven years for Community of Portuguese Language Countries (CPLP) citizens and EU Member states and ten years for all other nationalities. Following this October 24
Portugal’s Socialist Party filed comprehensive amendments to the government’s citizenship reform proposal on October 17, 2025, establishing a three-tier framework that would create a seven-year naturalization timeline for most foreign residents while providing extensive protections for existing Golden Visa investors from retroactive rule changes. The 13-page legislative package represents the
Portugal citizenship by descent has exploded in popularity in recent years, especially for people seeking dual citizenship within the European Union. This guide goes over some of the most important questions you’ll have in reclaiming Portuguese citizenship, based on our research as European citizenship experts. Who qualifies for Portuguese citizenship
Portugal’s Parliament is currently debating a bill which would dramatically restrict many conditions in its nationality law, including ancestry citizenship provisions.
Applying for Portuguese citizenship requires careful preparation. The authorities, the Instituto dos Registos e do Notariado (IRN), are strict, and incomplete files are rejected without review.
This guide explains the documents you’ll need for citizenship by descent, how to prepare them, and what pitfalls to avoid.
Portuguese citizenship by descent has a focus on parents, grandparents, and in some cases extended family ties. The system is not open-ended, but it is clear and well-defined for families who meet the requirements.
This guide explains who qualifies, what the law requires, and how families with Portuguese ancestry can
Parents who are working to secure Portuguese citizenship will naturally ask if their children qualify, too. The short answer is: sometimes yes, sometimes no. In this guide, we’ll walk through how Portuguese citizenship passes to children, what exceptions apply, and what steps you need to take to ensure your family’s
Applying for dual citizenship through ancestry is a powerful way to reconnect with your family’s heritage while unlocking new opportunities. It allows you to honor your roots, access expanded travel and work rights, and build a stronger connection to another part of the world. Whether you’re seeking personal fulfillment, practical
