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🇵🇹 Portugal

Citizenship Visa

Portuguese citizenship through naturalization requires legal residence for 5 years (proposed change to 10 years pending Constitutional Court review as of late 2025). Must demonstrate A2 level Portuguese language proficiency via CIPLE exam or 150-hour accredited course. No criminal record and sufficient ties to Portugal. Dual citizenship generally allowed. Portuguese citizenship grants EU citizenship with full rights to live, work, and study anywhere in the EU. Processing time 1-2 years. CPLP (Portuguese-speaking countries) and EU nationals may have reduced residence requirements.

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Processing Time

12-24 months for decision

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Cost

€250 application fee

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Duration

Permanent

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Renewability

N/A - permanent status

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Path to Permanent Residence

Yes

Requirements

  • 15 years legal residence (10 years under proposed law)
  • 2A2 Portuguese language proficiency (CIPLE exam or course)
  • 3Clean criminal record
  • 4Sufficient ties to Portuguese community
  • 5No outstanding tax or social security debts
  • 6Valid residence permit throughout application

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