Portugal Citizenship

Portugal Citizenship Rules: Who Must Wait 10 Years?

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Portugal Citizenship Rules

Portugal has changed the minimum residence period for foreign nationals seeking Portuguese citizenship through naturalisation. Under Organic Law No. 1/2026, which took effect on 19 May 2026, eligible citizens of European Union countries and countries where Portuguese is an official language generally need seven years of legal residence, while nationals of other countries must complete … Read more

Portugal’s New Citizenship Law: What It Means for Immigrants

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Portugal's New Citizenship Law

Portugal’s new Nationality Law came into force on 19 May 2026, bringing important changes for immigrants and people applying for Portuguese citizenship. The reform made some routes to nationality harder, removed others, and created new possibilities for some applicants. The changes were introduced through Organic Law No. 1/2026, of 18 May, published in Portugal’s Diário … Read more